Summer Camp Site Supervisor & CIT Mentor

Board of Supervisors-Upper Providence Township•Phoenixville, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Camp Site Supervisor & CIT Mentor is part of camp leadership, helping to ensure the camp day runs smoothly to maximize fun while keeping everyone safe. They serve as the primary leader, mentor, and support system for our Counselors in Training, coaching and training them as they develop into future Camp Counselors. The Summer Camp Site Supervisor & CIT Mentor provides ongoing guidance to CITs, upholds camp policies and traditions, and models excellence in leadership. Each day, you'll be a visible, approachable leader for our Counselors in Training. You'll mentor the CITs, support positive group dynamics, and step in to problem-solve when needed. You'll model patience, professionalism, and camp spirit while helping create a safe, inclusive, and joyful experience for all. By summer's end, you'll know you've made a lasting impact on both campers and staff.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years of age or older.
Previous camp staff experience.
Desire and ability to work with children and adults in an outdoor setting.
Ability to relate to one's peer group.
Ability to implement strategies for leadership instruction for teens and young adults.
Ability to evaluate performance and give constructive feedback.
Ability to teach peers behavior management techniques.
Ability and experience in supervising campers and staff.
Good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
College student or relevant experience.
CPR/First Aid certification is required.
Ability to be present for entirety of camp.
Up to date Pennsylvania Background Check, FBI Fingerprint Clearance, and PA Child Abuse Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Prefer candidates to have prior experience working with children and/or an interest in education or recreation as a possible career goal.
Previous camp supervisory role is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and assist with the training, performance and evaluation of Counselors-In-Training.
Oversee up to 3 counselors in training ages 14 and 15.
Train CITS in a variety of skills and techniques used in work as a counselor including behavior management techniques, program development and delivery, child development, and group management.
Assist with creating protocols within camp as they pertain to the CIT program.
Each morning is responsible for setting up camp activities, determined by the Camp Director, with the CITs and, if needed, camp counselors.
Ensure CITs assist with the daily clean-up of camp, putting away any games, equipment, etc. and picking up and emptying trash.
Inform Recreation Coordinator and/or Camp Director of any CIT, staff, or camper problems.
Create and implement a method of evaluation of performance for individual CITs and the program, providing guidance, instruction, and feedback to the CITs.
Work with staff members on integrating CITs into program areas, allowing for mentoring and increased responsibility as appropriate.
Supervise and evaluate staff performance in general camp activities and program areas.
Work with designated staff to maintain program success.
Act as a liaison between counselors and senior leadership regarding CITs.
Participate in and contribute to planning meetings with Recreation Coordinator and/or Camp Director.
Meets daily with the Camp Director to discuss next day's schedule/activities, review any disciplinary actions that occurred/need to be followed up, etc.
Help provide an atmosphere for developing good morale and well-being among the camp family.
Attend weekly staff meetings to discuss, plan, and evaluate camp sessions.
At end of camp season, complete an assessment and evaluation of each CIT for possible employment as a camp counselor.
Completes a final program report on the effectiveness of the curriculum, teaching methods, resources, staff efficiency, equipment and facilities, organization time allotments, problems, and suggestions.
Assist the Camp Director as needed and fill in for Camp Director if necessary.
Some duties may be reassigned, and other duties may be assigned as required.