About this opportunity:
This role plays a vital part in creating a safe, engaging, and meaningful camp experience through recreational and outdoor programming that encourages confidence, teamwork, and personal growth.
As a Camp Recreation Specialist, you'll plan and lead age-appropriate activities while building strong connections with campers and fellow staff. You'll be part of a collaborative, Christ-centered community that values fun, service, and intentional mentorship.
Key Responsibilities:
• Supervise campers to ensure safety, well-being, and positive engagement throughout daily activities. • Plan and lead engaging, age-appropriate recreational activities-including sports, archery, team building, hiking, and outdoor exploration-while maintaining a positive, encouraging environment that fosters connection, confidence, and participation among campers of varying skill levels. • Model Christian values and integrate faith into daily interactions, camper programs, and camp life. • Utilize appropriate behavior management and communication techniques as trained. • Support and participate enthusiastically as a team member in overall camp programming, special events, and evening activities as part of a collaborative staff team. • Maintain, inventory, and safely manage recreational equipment and supplies. • Support and participate enthusiastically as a team member in overall camp programming, special events, and evening activities as part of a collaborative staff team.
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 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.
Six months' experience teaching child development or youth programs in a church preferred, OR any 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, 2026 (training provided by Camp Hoblitzelle during staff training if needed).
Must be able to pass a state and federal background check.
Additional Information:
Camp Staff Training will be 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled