(Day Program) Youth Program Leader - Cook Like a Chef

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University in Pennsylvania is seeking Youth Program Leaders for the Cook Like a Chef Youth Camp, running June 15–18, 2026. Leaders will supervise minors, enforce safety and health policies, and communicate with the Program Director and Manager to ensure a secure, engaging experience.

Duties include handling medication, maintaining health records, responding to emergencies, and supporting instructional content.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure the safety of minors participating in the program.
• Enforce youth compliance policies and procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and follow notification protocols.
• Maintain direct communication with the Program Director and Program Manager.
• Collect, store, verify, and oversee participant health information.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Leaders for Cook Like a Chef Youth Camp to be held June 15 - June 18, 2026. Along with instructors, Youth Program Leaders are responsible for the supervision and safety of minors participating in this program 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. Youth Program Leaders may assist with the development of instructional content and deliver lessons and activities. Along with instructors, Youth Program Leaders share responsibility for monitoring the safety, whereabouts, and actions of participants during program hours, including non-instructional times, and must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning participant interactions and behavior. Youth Program Leaders may face situations when they must act quickly and calmly using sound judgement, handle sensitive issues or information, address behavior issues, and immediately follow any necessary notification protocols.

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.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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