Student Employment :Lead Youth Summer Program Counselor - Summer 26

Working at Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Meals provided

Job summary

Quinnipiac University seeks a Lead Youth Summer Program Counselor for its Lifelong Learning / Summer Programs. You will supervise participants, bridge leadership roles, and support counselors during the camp day.

Training provided for First Aid, CPR, and EpiPen, with a focus on safety and effective program delivery. The role requires an 18+ status, an Associate’s degree or junior-year student status, and prior youth camp experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Associate’s degree or be a full- or part-time student entering their junior year of an undergraduate program.
• First Aid Certification (training provided).
• CPR Certification (training provided).
• EpiPen Certification (training provided).
• Prior youth camp or summer camp counseling experience (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee participants within an assigned group, ensuring smooth program movement and daily oversight.
• Bridge between leadership and supervisory responsibilities, supporting counselors and occasionally leading specialized tasks.
• Manage summer program group operations, adhere to schedules and program expectations, problem-solve and communicate with staff and leadership.
• Work collaboratively within a supervisory capacity; candidates should be enrolled in or have completed a QU program.
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certification (training provided).
• Provide medical supervision as needed, following a student’s plan of care (training provided).
• Support student engagement and success in all aspects of the program, inside and outside the classroom.
• Chaperone and assist with planning and implementing off-campus field trips for resident students.
• Ensure participants are supervised at all times during working hours.
• Model appropriate behavior and reinforce program expectations and procedures.
• Promote a positive, supportive environment for participants and staff.
• Follow safety and security policies and emergency protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

First Aid

CPR

EpiPen

Youth camp exp

Education

Associate’s degree or junior-year student

Job description

Job Title

Lead Youth Summer Program Counselor

Department

Lifelong Learning / Summer Programs

Student Employment Type

Non-Federal Work Study

Responsibilities

• Oversee participants within an assigned group, ensuring smooth program movement, successful dining transitions, and overall daily oversight when not in academic programming.
• Serve as a bridge between leadership and supervisory responsibilities, supporting counselors and occasionally leading specialized supervisory tasks throughout the camp day.
• Manage summer program group operations, maintain adherence to schedules and program expectations, problem-solve as needed, and communicate clearly with participants, staff, and program leadership.
• Work collaboratively within a supervisory capacity; candidates should either be currently enrolled in or have completed a QU program.
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certification (training provided).
• Provide medical supervision as needed, following a student’s plan of care—specifically for summer student participants requiring EpiPens or diabetic monitoring. (training provided).
• Support student engagement and success in all aspects of the program, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Chaperone and assist with planning and implementation of two off‑campus weekend field trips for resident summer student participants.
• Ensure participants are properly supervised at all times during working hours.
• Model appropriate behavior and reinforce program expectations and procedures.
• Promote a positive, supportive environment for participants and staff.
• Follow and uphold all safety and security policies and procedures.
• Understand all emergency protocols and guidelines associated with the summer program.
• Notify first aid staff or appropriate personnel of any medical issues or safety concerns, including those related to a student’s plan of care.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have earned an Associate’s degree or be a full- or part-time student entering their junior year of an undergraduate program.
• First Aid Certification (training provided).
• CPR Certification (training provided).
• EpiPen Certification (training provided).
• Prior youth camp or summer camp counseling experience (preferred).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Hours of Position

• $625 weekly compensation stipend
• Full-time, , 4week seasonal commitment required‑week seasonal commitment required
• Work hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Saturday hours required for field trip chaperoning (2)
• Evenings and Sundays off
• Room and board available upon request (single room accommodation and meals)

Required Documents for Application

Resume

Application

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only

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