Assistant Manager
Listed on 2026-01-16
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Social Work
Child Development/Support
Location: Salem
THE SALVATION ARMY
North and Central Illinois Division
Wonderland Camp and Conference Center
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE:
Assistant Adventure Manager/Senior Counselor
LOCATION/DEPT:
Wonderland Camp and Conference Center
REPORTS TO:
Adventure Manager
FLSA CATEGORY:
Exempt
STATUS TYPE: TFT
OUTCOMES
The Assistant Adventure Manager will provide professional and safety-oriented instruction and assist in the facilitation of the Adventure Program. This position will provide an unforgettable experience for the participant. The Assistant is also responsible for providing an outdoor living team building experience with a Christian message.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Administration
Camper Interaction
Other Duties
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
This position reports to the Archery Manager.
In the absence of the Adventure Manager, this position will supervise the Activity Assistants.
In contacts related to this position's duties this individual act as a representative of the Army and its mission.
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of accomplishing assigned goals.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 1 year of college or
- Must have at least 1 year of experience as a camp
- Minimum age of 18
COMPENTENCIES
- Must be an individual of the Christian faith who has a strong personal relationship with the Lord, attends church on a regular basis, and a desire to lead others spiritually.
- In agreement with the philosophy, goals and objectives of The Salvation Army Wonderland Camp and Conference Center.
- A commitment to support and promote the mission of The Salvation Army and a passion for camp
- Able to relate God's handiwork through adventure activities and in relationship with the Word of God in programming initiatives.
- Able to live on camp grounds throughout duration of
- Good communication and interpersonal
- An attention to detail
- A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative and be a self-
- Knowledge and skills in high ropes course, challenge course, climbing tower concepts, zip line, giant swing and principals (safety guidelines, skills and ability to instruct).
- Current ARC CPR for Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid*.
POSITION LIMITATIONS
- This individual will only commit Army resources that have been allocated or
- This individual will keep the Activities Director informed on all critical issues relating to his/her area of responsibility.
- This individual will adhere to all Army policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is required to do light to heavy physical
- In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to use ropes or challenge course equipment.
- The work environment for this position includes an office and outdoor environment with a low to high noise level.
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