Youth Program Leader – Mining Rocks Camp

Penn State University; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated Youth Program Leaders for their Mining Rocks Camp. This role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of young participants while managing daily program activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to respond calmly in emergency situations. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to engage with youth in an enriching environment, fostering their development and learning. Join a team committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and make a positive impact on the lives of young campers.

Qualifications

• Responsible for the safety and supervision of minors during the camp.
• Must obtain clearances for background checks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor safety and behavior of participants at all times.
• Assist in developing instructional content and deliver lessons.

Skills

Youth supervision

Emergency response

Communication skills

Judgment and decision-making

Education

High School Diploma

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Youth Program Leader – Mining Rocks Camp

Apply locations Penn State University Park time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ_0000066864

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Conferences and Institutes is seeking Youth Program Leaders for Mining Rocks Camp to be held July 20-25, 2025.

Youth Program Leaders are responsible for the 24-hour supervision and safety of minors participating in this program and will 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. Youth Program Leaders may assist with the development of instructional content and deliver lessons and activities.

Youth Program Leaders have full responsibility for monitoring the safety, whereabouts, and actions of program participants at all times, including non-instructional times, and must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning participant interactions, behavior, mental health and acclimation to the program environment. Youth Program Leaders may face situations at any time of day or night 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.

Three publicly available clearances must be obtained for this position:

PA State Police Criminal Background Check

PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

FBI Criminal Background Check

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and is accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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