Recruiting Opportunity Closes:  02.18.2025

Hourly Wage:  $500 WK

Hours Per Week:  40

Status:  Exempt / Full Time – Temporary / Seasonal (JUNE 16 – AUGUST 15, 2025)

Number of Positions:  2

Department:  Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen   

Position:  Head Cabin Leader

Supervisor:  Camp Director / DYCS

 

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen will be a Christian sanctuary of rest, discovery, and growth for the neediest children in Oregon and Southern Idaho.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to:    Head Cabin Leader

To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave, Happy Valley, OR 97086.  Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Capt. Edgar Azueta at edgar.azueta @usw.salvationarmy.org or call (503) 794-3256.  Capt. Azueta is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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Scope of Position: Provide support, resources, supervision, and motivation to cabin leaders, as well as help with disciplinary concerns for campers. Guide cabin groups of 8-10 campers through successful participation in all aspects of the residential camp program if required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Desire to work with youth. Ability to supervise and provide guidance to staff and campers. Ability to diffuse stressful situations with staff and campers. Be a Christian with a strong, demonstrative commitment to following Jesus Christ, and biblical principles, who is enthusiastic, energetic, and creative in spiritual leadership. Possess leadership skills, with the ability to supervise, care for, and provide necessary guidance for campers 24 hours a day. Possess leadership skills with the ability to plan, organize, and execute special programs. Ability to teach and lead several activities as time permits. Ability to communicate well with others from diverse backgrounds, ages, and nationalities. Ability to work in groups. Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques. Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards at all times. Ability to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working with a high degree of independence. Ability to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests or timelines. Good character, integrity, and adaptability. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control. Detail oriented. Self-starter. Ability to read, write, and communicate well in the English language. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure. Good analytical skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and direct cabin leaders regarding assigned campers and activities, as well as teaching them skills to respond to specific needs or problems regarding campers. Provide supervision, support, and motivation to cabin leaders. Lead a weekly devotion with cabin leaders following a present curriculum or applicable topics. Help cabin leaders maintain safety and discipline with difficult campers. Coordinate with leadership team members to determine if a child needs to be sent home. Coordinate with the Nurse and leadership team for possible medical transportation as needed. May be asked to drive or accompany hospital transport of campers or staff. Provide consistent and active supervision, promote group unity, and know about the camper’s needs. If required, guide, direct, and monitor an assigned cabin of campers during scheduled daily camp activities and programs, such as cabin clean up, mealtimes, evening activities, transitional times, and overnight. Supervise, actively engage, and lead campers during assigned program time when on duty. Respond to and provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems, or concerns among campers. Turn in all camper-related forms promptly, such as seeker forms, incident forms, safety reports, and Notice of Concern. Set a good example for campers and others including language, cleanliness, punctuality, sportsmanship, and table manners.

General Duties:

Foster and nurture Christian faith and discipleship in visible, fruitful ways to, and with campers. Enforce respect for personal property, camp equipment, and facilities. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff, volunteers, and campers. Enforce adherence to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures. Ensure and provide supervision and physical/emotional safety for campers and staff. Participate and/or assist in all summer camp programs as required e.g., chapel, staff meetings, campfire, camp-wide games, night-watch, free-time, electives, rise and shine duty, etc. Ensure and assist in the cleanliness of cabins and outside areas. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Creative Coordinator.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, hike, and twist continuously for up to 15-20 minutes at a time. Ability to grasp, push, and pull objects. Ability to lift to 25 lbs. Physical ability to respond to a variety of situations. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

There may be phone and in-person contact with others from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated. May be required to work in all areas of the camp which may include the kitchen, dish room, laundry facility, grounds, etc. Working in a distinctively Christian environment. Possible exposure to communicable diseases. Work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather. Work around dust, odor, high noise levels, and bodily fluids.

MISCELLANEOUS:

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a motor vehicle record check.

They must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

The Salvation Army provides a smoke and drug-free work environment for all employees and volunteers.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result.

The position has access to confidential and private information. Confidentiality and privacy must be observed. An understanding of professional boundaries is required.