Employment

Summer Camp Staff Job Description:

The Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center is currently taking applications for Camp Summer Staff. This is a seasonal position beginning in mid-May and ending in mid-August. We stress the 4-H philosophy of “Learn-By-Doing” in all 4-H Center programs, which means that participants learn by becoming actively involved in an activity. In order to meet the needs of the thousands of youth we serve each year we hire about seventeen (18) college-aged summer staff. Typically, summer staff has completed at least one year of college and have work and/or volunteer experience in 4-H, camp, teaching, and/or other youth programming. (Previous experience in 4-H is not required.)

 

We believe that camp is a place for both children and staff to learn and grow.  Summer Staff have a primary program area assignment.  We are seeking candidates however, who are interested and willing to participate in several program areas throughout the summer based on training and experience.  Although staff are assigned to a primary program area based on their interest and level of training, please note that staff is equally responsible for providing a rewarding camp experience both in classes and in all camp programs.

 

 

Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in Staff Orientation and trainings.
• Consider the camper first.
• Concerned with the total camp experience of all campers.
• Review session medical information to be aware of special medical needs of campers under your supervision. You will ensure that those needs are met.
• Set an example of promptness to activities and meals, with manners, language, and so on. Center staff are role models for the campers and teens that we serve!
• Assist in the daily and weekly cabin/lodge and center clean up, taking pride and stewardship in our facility.
• Supplement and compliment program areas in:

Organization and leadership of the program area

• Program and instruction in the program area
• The successful operation of the program area
• Managing children’s behavior and provide a safe learning experience
• Maintaining the cleanliness of program area

• Plan and implement evening programs including campfire programs and other activities depending upon the skills and imagination of the staff and campers.
• Assist Extension staff in implementation and supervision of camper activities during the evening programs, including campfires and special events.
• Other duties as assigned by Program Director.

 

 

Apply at: https://form.jotform.com/203015767456053

* Preference is given to application submitted by December 1, 2020