Summer Art at SoVA Youth Camp Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking enthusiastic Youth Program Assistants for their Summer Art at SoVA Youth Camp. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of young participants while facilitating engaging activities and lessons. The ideal candidates will be responsible for monitoring behavior, responding to emergencies, and maintaining compliance with youth policies. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in youth programming and contribute to a vibrant educational environment. Join a team dedicated to fostering creativity and safety among youth in a supportive camp setting.

Qualifications

• Supervise and ensure the safety of minors during the program.
• Assist in developing and delivering instructional content.

Responsibilities

• Monitor participant safety and behavior during program hours.
• Respond to issues concerning participant interactions and behavior.

Skills

Youth supervision

Emergency response

Communication

Instructional content development

Education

High School Diploma

Experience working with youth

Job description

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Job Description and Position Requirements

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Assistants for the Summer Art at SoVA Youth Camp, scheduled for June 16 - 30, 2025.

Responsibilities include supervising and ensuring the safety of minors participating in the program, including adherence to youth compliance policies, emergency response, communication with the Program Director and Program Manager, medication management, and oversight of health information. Assistants may also help develop instructional content and deliver lessons and activities.

Shared responsibilities involve monitoring participant safety, whereabouts, and behavior during program hours, including non-instructional times. Assistants must be able to respond promptly and calmly to issues concerning participant interactions and behavior, handle sensitive issues, and follow notification protocols.

Background Checks and Clearances

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

Campus Security Crime Statistics

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