Summer - Unit Apprentice

Company: The Salvation Army Golden State Division
Location: Scotts Valley
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description OVERVIEW: The Unit Apprentice is responsible for supporting the Unit Leader and Cabin Leaders. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with supervision of assigned campers, prioritizing health, safety, enjoyment, education, and spiritual growth Encourage camper participation in all scheduled activities and programs Support and lead cabin devotions and enforce cabin rules for safety and positive socialization Help with opening and closing day tasks as assigned Refer ongoing behavioral issues to Unit Leader and assist with assigned tasks Participate in evening and special programs, including skit nights and talent shows Lead rainy-day cabin activities with appropriate supervision Maintain cabin cleanliness including sleeping areas, bathrooms, laundry, and counselor quarters Report maintenance issues to Facility Manager or Maintenance Crew Chief Build relationships with campers to foster a positive camp experience aligned with Salvation Army goals Model Christ-like behavior, concern, and service Report suspected child abuse immediately to Unit Leader Supervise campers during free time and assist with other duties as requested by Assistant Camp Director Manage bedwetting situations appropriately each morning Other related duties as required All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Assistant Camp Director. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum 16 years of age (required) Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (required) Camping experience either as a camper or staff (preferred) SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General skills working with children Must be of good moral character Must have a personal and growing relationship with the Lord EQUIPMENT USED: Modern Office Equipment and Relevant Software PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis Ability to grasp, push and pull objects and tools ADA Statement Qualified individuals must be able to perform the 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 in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result. Acknowledgment of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army: Please note that The Salvation Army has a religious purpose and status as a church. We ask our employees that they do nothing to their relationship with The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission. Employees must agree and understand that their services are a necessary part of The Army’s religious purposes and their work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army’s religious purposes. At-Will: Any employment relationship with this organization is of an “at-will” nature, which means that an Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge an Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will” employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

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