Day Youth Program Leader - Palmer Summer Art Camp

Job Description and Position Requirements

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Leaders for Palmer Summer Art Program to be held July 13 – July 24, 2026.

Responsibilities

• 24-hour supervision and safety of minors participating in the program
• Manage all aspects of the daily program administration, including youth compliance policies and procedures, emergency response, direct communication with Program Director and Program Manager, medication collection, storage and verification, and oversight of participant health information
• Absorb assistance with the development of instructional content and delivery of lessons and activities
• Maintain full responsibility for monitoring the safety, whereabouts, and actions of program participants at all times, including non-instructional times, and be able to identify and respond to issues concerning participant interactions, behavior, mental health, and acclimation to the program environment
• Be prepared to act quickly and calmly using sound judgment, handle sensitive issues or information, address behavior issues, and immediately follow any necessary notification protocols at any time of day or night

Requirements

• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
• Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Background Checks/Clearances

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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