The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness and skill building.

The 4-H Summer Camp Specialist is responsible for the planning and leading of activities that include cooking, sewing, outdoor education, science, technology, Canoe Lake activities and environmental stewardship. The 4-H Specialist will live on camp and serve as a cabin counselor for the duration of the summer camp season.

Some physical requirements of a Camp Counselor position could be endurance including prolonged standing, bending, stooping, walking long distances, running, hiking, climbing, and stretching; requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor equipment and camp activities; requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; willing to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities; and with daily exposure to the sun, heat, cold, rain, sun, and other varying weather conditions, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.

Duration

Total employment period June 21 to August 16, 2020.

The summer camp season includes one week of Camp Leadership training beginning June 21, 2020 and one week of mandatory staff training (June 26 to July 2) and six weeks of residential camp (July 5 to August 14, 2020) that run from Sunday morning to Friday evening each week. Additional weekend coverage may be required for Weekend Stayover July 24-26. The 4-H Specialist will remain on camp until August 16, 2020 to assist in the cleaning and closing of the camp facility.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate 4-H programming using curriculum and resources focused on a variety of activities:

* Cooking & Kitchen Science, Fiber Science, Outdoor Education, Science, Technology, AG Science, Rocketry and Environmental Stewardship

* Assist in the STEM programming at Camp

* Coordinate and Assist in Rainy Day 4-H ready to go activities for Counselors

* Work with CCE staff and/or volunteers where appropriate to support program opportunities

• Utilize the 4-H model for positive youth development in programming
• Follow the guidelines set in the NYS Department of Health and Safety Plan for Hidden Valley 4-H Camp
• Assume responsibility for leadership and guidance of campers in daily living with special attention to camper safety and participation in all camp activities.
• Keep inventory of program supplies and work with Program Manager for supplies when needed
• Serve as a positive role model in language, appearance, and behavior
• Support and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests and learning styles.

• Arrive on time for all scheduled activities and duties.
• Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in-service meetings and trainings as scheduled/required.
• Maintain a clean, professional, well-groomed appearance while on duty keeping in compliance with the Association and Camp Dress Code Policy at all times.
• Keep all relationships on a platonic basis during camp hours and camp season.
• Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
• Assist Supervisor with implementation of camp crisis management plan and/or emergency management procedures as required.

• Adhere to program standards including safety and cleanliness standards.
• Interact with campers, staff, parents, families, and the general public in a professional manner at all times.
• Aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, and emergencies.
• Ensure complete confidentiality of sensitive information regarding campers and staff at all times.
• Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Subject specific certifications; CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and/or Responding to Emergencies
• Ability to communicate effectively with Camp Manager, entire camp staff, campers and camp families
• Incorporates Team Work and Flexibility into their daily work style
• Former experience as a counselor or working with children
• Ability to supervise and organize youth and adults
• Ability to plan and lead programs

Salary and Benefit Details

Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits are not available for this position.

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

To be considered for this position, all candidates must:

• Complete *ALL* sections of the online application and questionnaires.
• Attach a Cover Letter.
• Attach names and contact information of at least 2 References.

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Questions?

Contact Mel Schroeder at mcs35@cornell.edu

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