Job Title:
Lead Youth Summer Program Counselor


Department:
Lifelong Learning / Summer Programs


Student Employment Type:
Non-Federal Work Study


Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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).


• Prior youth camp or summer camp counseling experience (preferred).


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Hours of Position:

• $625 weekly compensation stipend


• Full-time, , 4week seasonal commitment required‑week 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


• Room and board available upon request (single room accommodation and meals)

Required Documents for Application:

Resume

Application

Instructions to Applicants:
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