Summer Camp Youth Safety & Program Lead

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Youth Program Leaders for the Bellisario College of Communications Summer Camp, running from Sunday, July 5, 2026 to Friday, July 10, 2026. Leaders will supervise minors 24/7, manage all daily program administration, and assist with instructional content and activities under guidance from the Program Director and Manager.

Position requires completing background checks (PA State Police, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI fingerprint check) and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour supervision and safety of minors participating in the program.
• Manage daily program administration, including youth compliance policies and procedures, and emergency response.
• Assist with development of instructional content and deliver lessons and activities.
• Maintain communication with the Program Director and Program Manager and oversee health information.
• Identify and respond to issues concerning participant behavior, mental health, and acclimation to the program environment.

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Youth Program Leaders for the Bellisario College of Communications Summer Camp, running from Sunday, July 5, 2026 to Friday, July 10, 2026. Leaders will supervise minors 24/7, manage all daily program administration, and assist with instructional content and activities under guidance from the Program Director and Manager.

Position requires completing background checks (PA State Police, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, FBI fingerprint check) and