Part-Time Youth Program Leader - Dna Day Camp

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Conferences and Institutes is hiring youth program leaders for DNA Day Camp, June 20-23, 2023, on Penn State University Park campus.

Youth Program Leaders are responsible for supervision and safety of minors participating in this program and will manage all aspects of the daily camp 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 camper 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 camp participants during camp hours, including non-instructional times, and must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning camper interactions, behavior, mental health and acclimation to the camp environment. Youth Program Leaders may face situations when they must act quickly and calmly using sound judgement, handle sensitive issues or information, address camper behavior issues, and immediately follow any necessary notification protocols.

Three publicly available clearances must be obtained for this position:

• FBI Criminal Background Check
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and 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.

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