About this opportunity:
As a Summer Camp Program Director, you'll help oversee camp programming that fosters faith, fun, and community while providing a safe, engaging experience for campers and staff. In collaboration with camp leadership and staff, this role supports camp operations, promotes camper safety, and models Christ-centered leadership that encourages growth in both campers and staff. A key component of this role includes mentoring our high school-aged staff MIRA participants, providing ministry leadership under the guidance of the Camp Director team.
Key responsibilities
Program Leadership & Camper Experience
• Provide leadership and direction for camp programs that foster a safe, engaging, Christ-centered experience for all campers. • Oversee the planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of camps MIRA program and assigned camp activities to meet the developmental and spiritual needs of enrolled campers and staff members. • Supervises and monitors assigned day-to-day operations, including the various programs conducted at the camp, to include but not exclusive to, nature, arts & crafts, Bible classes, evening programs, and audio/visual; ensures that programs run smoothly; and in compliance with established procedures.
Staff Oversight & Collaboration
• Partner closely with the Camp Director, Head Counselors, and program staff to align daily schedules, programming goals, and ministry outcomes. • Support and guide program team staff through positive role modeling, clear communication, and consistent application of camper behavior management and discipline practices. • Mentor and provide ministry leadership to high school-aged MIRA participants, including supervision, training, devotions, worship, and work projects, under the guidance of the Camp Director team.
Program Operations, Safety & Compliance
• Ensure all programs operate in compliance with camp policies, safety standards, health regulations, and accreditation requirements. • Maintain oversight of program records, including attendance, behavior documentation, and incident reporting. • Ensure the safety, cleanliness, and organization of program areas and equipment through regular inspections, inventories, and proper storage.
Camp Community & Faith Engagement
• Serve as an engaged member of the leadership team during all-camp activities, evening programs, and special events. • Integrate faith into daily camp life, supporting the spiritual growth and development of campers and staff within a Christian camp setting. • Participate in ministry-related responsibilities, including sharing approved devotional content, engaging in prayer with campers, and supporting camp worship experiences.
Requirements
• Must be at least 21 years old and a high school graduate or GED preferred. • A heart for others and a mind towards Christ. • Should be self-motivated and teachable. • Ability to build and maintain effective mentor relationships with peers, those in supervision, and campers. • Six months' experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, OR equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. • A willingness to abide by The Salvation Army doctrinal statement and Camp Hoblitzelle's policies. • CPR & First Aid certified or capable of passing by June 15, 2025 (training provided by Camp Hoblitzelle during staff training if needed). • Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.
Additional Information
Camp Leadership Staff Training will be held June 3 - June 7, 2026, with all Staff Training held June 8 - June 14, 2026, and participation is required. The 2026 summer Camp program sessions will be held June 15 - July 26, 2026. If you are unable to work the entire season, please let us know on your application.
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