Student Employment :Lead Youth Summer Program Counselor - Summer 26
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Full-time, 4week 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
Nice To Haves
- Prior youth camp or summer camp counseling experience (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Oversee participants within an assigned group
- Serve as a bridge between leadership and supervisory responsibilities
- Manage summer program group operations
- Maintain adherence to schedules and program expectations
- Problem-solve as needed
- Communicate clearly with participants, staff, and program leadership
- Work collaboratively within a supervisory capacity
- Maintain First Aid and CPR certification
- Provide medical supervision as needed, following a student’s plan of care
- Support student engagement and success in all aspects of the program
- 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
Benefits
- Room and board available upon request (single room accommodation and meals)
- $625 weekly compensation stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
