Camp Lead (University Village Albany) (4128U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 62801
About the role
The Camp Lead position at UC Berkeley Youth Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps) oversees the operation of summer camps for kids of all ages. Located on the UC Berkeley campus for over 60 years, we offer high-quality, impactful, and fun camps.
Responsibilities
Develop general, recreational lesson plan/curriculum standards for camp instructors to follow for each activity offering, using historical lesson plans as reference.
Ensure instructors have safe and appropriate equipment, facilities, and supplies for each activity, working with the Operations & Grounds Asst. and Youth Camps Coordinator to provide them as needed.
Be active around the facilities by monitoring day-to-day activities and be a visible and accessible leadership staff member.
Look for ways to improve the program and share feedback in daily leadership meetings and/or to the Programs Coordinator and Youth Camps Supervisor.
Avoid missing miscellaneous tasks around the facility to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
Organize and run parent orientations.
Promote theme days or group traditions to help campers and staff feel united as a group and add enjoyment to the camp.
Communicate and resolve with parents of campers on campers' progress or perceived problems.
Administer First-Aid/CPR as needed and in accordance with training/certification.
Ensure staff have safe and appropriate equipment and supplies.
Develop and manage a system to return lost and found items to participants.
Adapt to new situations and sudden changes or problems.
Support & Coaching
Provide guidance and constructive feedback to Group Leaders as the camp day goes on.
Provide guidance to all staff (Group Leaders, Instructors, Junior Counselors, and Counselors-in-Training) about creating and executing lesson plans.
Check-in with instructors throughout the camp day and observe their lesson plans in action. Give constructive feedback in the moment, as appropriate.
Provide training, support, and coaching to assigned staff (e.g., Asst. Leads, Group Leaders, and Instructors) working in assigned camp program(s), giving direction and feedback as necessary.
Absorb and promote the health, safety, and well-being of camp staff.
Organize, implement, and document a professional development program, including weekly staff meetings.
Ensure staff are adhering to and understand all stated policies and procedures of the Recreation and Wellness Department, and UC Berkeley, while providing a safe, fun, and educational skills-based experience for all youth campers/participants.
Help campers, and staff adjust to camp life and each other.
Motivate campers and staff to enthusiastically participate in all programs and activities.
Administrative
Create staff schedules for Group Leaders and Instructors, Junior Counselors, and Counselors in Leadership Training, taking into account individual strengths and areas for improvement in order to maximize staff effectiveness.
Complete individual midsummer check-ins with all support staff where you provide positive feedback to employees for areas they excel in, and constructive feedback for areas where they are struggling.
Prepare, maintain, and process all forms and paperwork accurately and promptly (e.g., rosters, timesheets, equipment/supplies inventory, staff paperwork, etc.).
Complete Accident Reports, Incident Reports, and Child Abuse/Neglect (CANRA) forms when needed, making sure to alert supervisors.
Communicate and work closely with Youth Camps Supervisor on all aspects of customer service, paperwork, facility, program development, and staff supervision.
Keep equipment, binder, and supplies in order, well maintained, and in the proper location.
Miscellaneous
Display appropriate behavior (action and language) around campers, parents, and staff.
Accept constructive feedback and make necessary corrections.
Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and sensitivity in all interactions with campers, staff, and parents.
Follow all camp policies and procedures stated in the Employee Handbook and Employee Code of Conduct, including wearing required camp uniform and following agreed upon work schedule.
Fill in for camp staff as needed.
Maintain a supportive environment for campers and staff.
Complete all tasks in a timely manner as specified or requested by the supervisor.
Perform miscellaneous tasks as requested by the supervisor.
Qualifications
At least one year (or 12 months) of previous experience working in recreational or educational programs for youth.
Knowledge of lesson planning and skill progression.
Work leadership and interpersonal skills for those in a lead capacity.
Skills to develop original ideas, creative problem-solving skills in a varied and challenging environment including service orientation, program management, sound judgment and decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
Advanced knowledge of program activity.
Knowledge of and/or ability to learn campus policies and procedures.
Some knowledge of Youth Recreation Programs and their structure.
Prior management experience.
Prior experience in lesson plan/curriculum creation in a recreational and/or educational setting.
Prior experience in an educational setting.
High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training.
Current American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric CPR, AED, First-Aid, Epi-Pen, and Asthma certification (or agree to completing the certification course upon rehire).
Some college or Associate Degree and/or Bachelor's Degree.
Certification to instruct in the applicable recreational sports program or equivalent experience.
Salary & Benefits
This is a 6- to 9-month, 30%, part-time (12 hours per week), contract position that is not eligible for UC benefits. The position is non-exempt and bi-weekly. Part-time summer camp staff work a minimum of 3 months out of the year and then have the option to work an additional 3 to 6 months at youth camps during the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons. Part-time staff hired in Fall, Winter, and Spring work a minimum of 6 months, with the option to be extended 3 additional months through the summer.
To Apply
To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucb/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=21&JobOpenin.