Camp Community Leader - Riverhead, NY

This position will serve as a Camp Community Leader for DPF 4-H Camp, a residential summer camp owned and operated by Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Nassau County, located in Riverhead, New York. The primary responsibilities of this position will include, but not be limited to: supervision of assigned staff and campers, counselling staff members for job success, assisting with camper supervision including but not limited to dealing with camper behavior issues, failure to thrive in camp environment, etc., assisting with weekly program design, implementing afternoon and evening programs and activities, assisting in daily operations of the DPF 4-H Camp as directed. This position accepts and performs all position duties outlined in this position description, and performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the DPF 4-H Camp Director and/or Camp Team Leader. (NOTE: This position includes cabin responsibilities as needed.)

    

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must have current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certifications (will train or assist with re-certifications if necessary).
• Experience in the supervision of campers and staff in a camp or structured environment.
• Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at DPF 4-H Camp, Riverhead, NY (including overnights) the entire time 4-H Camp is in session. **All Community Leaders must work two (2) stay over sessions during the camp season.
• Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the position.
• Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 21 years of age preferred.
• Experience in leadership roles, or currently working in the education field.
• Demonstrated ability to teach skills to other staff members and campers of all ages.
• Previous camp staff experience.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and provide guidance.
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work with children and young adults outdoors.
• Good character, integrity and adaptability. Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Program Responsibilities - 85%

• Represent DPF 4-H Camp in initial contact with parents and campers on opening day of each session, making every effort to make campers and parents feel comfortable and welcome.
• Keep in direct communication with the Camp Director and/or Camp Specialist regarding all pertinent camp issues.
• Assist Camp Director in providing implementation and support for camper cabins, activities and classes, including special programs (afternoon, evening and weekend) utilizing research-based 4-H curriculum.
• Implement appropriate subject matter curriculum, certification.
• Provide support to Counselors as needed for added success in their positions.
• Assist Camp Director in providing guidance and support to staff, relating to special needs campers, conflict mediation (campers and/or staff), and special concerns (campers and/or staff).
• Assist in the design of developmentally appropriate leadership training programs for various