Search MnSTA

Job Description / Duties

The Bell Museum is hiring a Summer Camp Youth Support Coordinator. This individual is responsible for coordinating behavioral and emotional support for campers, creating and operating camp systems in order to remain in compliance with safety policies and procedures, and communicating efficiently and effectively with camp families and camp staff. The Youth Support Coordinator will also provide assistance to camp leaders, assistants, and other staff during the course of camp activities, which may include stepping in to teach classes on an as-needed basis.

We are looking for individuals to join our team who are inspired by our mission to ignite curiosity and wonder, explore our connections to nature and the universe, and create a better future for our evolving world. We believe that difference is a strength and are looking for candidates that reflect and respect diversity. We encourage you to apply for the position even if you do not believe you meet every qualification.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
● High School diploma or GED
● Strong organizational skills
● Ability to multitask
● Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
● Ability to practice good conflict management skills when communicating with guardians, as well as with campers.

Desired Qualifications
● BA or BS in recreation, education, youth development, special ed or related field or experience
● First Aid and CPR Certification
● Experience in working with youth with special needs, (e.g. on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, or have anxiety and/or depression).
● Ability to organize time and work in a highly effective manner, express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing and to be adaptable, flexible, dedicated, and dependable.
● Ability to work in a team setting
● Skill in resourcefulness and creativity

Additional Information

Camper and staff support (70%)
● Supervise and facilitate group time and check-in and check-out with campers, parents, and guardians.
● Directly supervise campers and support Summer Camp Assistants while maintaining a safe and engaging environment during lunch and transitions.
● Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers to help them gain the best experience at camps by using positive behavior intervention techniques.
● Interact in an appropriate manner with campers, parents, and guardians, staff, and the general public.
● Support Camp Leaders by assisting with small group facilitation of activities as needed.
● Accompany groups of campers to off-site field trips as needed.
● Create new games, group challenges, and craft activities to engage the campers during recreation time throughout the summer.

Coordination and recordkeeping (20%)
● Establish and monitor record management systems for medical and behavior needs.
● Review behavior and medical management information with Youth and Family Programs Coordinator and/or Education Programs Manager. Communicate and discuss support strategies with camp leaders and assistants before camp starts.

Other duties (10%)
● Complete other additional tasks as assigned by Youth & Family Programs Coordinator and/or Education Programs Manager.
● Step in to teach camp classes on an as-needed basis.
● Other duties as assigned.

Salary: $19.00

Contact Information

For more information or to apply:

UMN Job Board ID: 355757
Pay Rate: $19.00/hour
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Link: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/355757


Questions about the position can be directed to Kate Sigurdson, ksigurds@umn.edu.