Club U Summer Camp Junior Varsity Counselor

This position is for our Junior Varsity camp, campers ages 10-11.
May require occasional work with Varsity campers (12-14) and Club U (5-9).
Join the Club U Summer Camp crew and get ready for the best summer of your life! Work on campus and enjoy making a positive difference in the lives of children as you deliver engaging and enriching activities here at the University of Utah.
Participate and lead Junior Varsity campers in exciting journeys of educational exploration with hands on learning, fun community interactions, amazing field trips and more! Not only will you be making many new friends across our diverse staff, you will also acquire and strengthen your skillsets in LEADERSHIP, COMMUNICATION, PROBLEM SOLVING, PRIORITIZATION, RISK MANAGEMENT, AND MORE! Grow as a leader and help our programs inspire the next generation through your positive example and gear up to make a difference in your community while having a ridiculously good time in the process.
We welcome you to join our program and be your genuine self and help our team deliver the most amazing summer imaginable- this will be the best job that you have ever had! Responsibilities Department Specific Qualifications Previous experience or interest in working with youth Desire and ability to work with children outdoors and in the classroom Ability to accept supervision and guidance Ability to assist in or teach an activity High school graduate or equivalent, or at least 18 years of age.
Job Responsibilities: 1.
Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their camper group within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
Assures campers are properly supervised at all times.
Apply basic youth development principles such as relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth while working with campers.
2.
Develop and implement activities for campers in accordance with the camp mission.
3.
Maintain high standards of health and safety for campers and staff.
Provide care for each camper within your supervision, including recognition of ones own personal health needs.
Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with camp director when appropriate.
4.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
5.
Represent the camp when interacting with parents or community members.
Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
Minimum Qualifications This is an entry-level position.
Training will be provided.
Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check, first aid training are required.
Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.
Preferences Previous experience or interest in working with youth Desire and ability to work with children outdoors and in the classroom Ability to accept supervision and guidance Ability to assist in or teach an activity High school graduate or equivalent, or at least 18 years of age.
Special Instructions Summary Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”).
Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information.
Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions.
Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
What is your experience working with youth populations? (Open Ended Question) Have you ever attended a summer camp program? Tell us about your experience.
(Open Ended Question) Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents Cover Letter Resume Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.
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2169 Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.
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2169 after submission Open Date 01/17/2024 Requisition Number PRN14492N Job Title Classroom Assistant Working Title Club U Summer Camp Junior Varsity Counselor Job Grade A FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary May 13th-June 2nd Day/evening staff training.
June 3th -Aug 9th 7:45 a.
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M-F Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14.
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