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Description
The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a non-profit organization created to engage public support for Cuyahoga Valley National Park and provide services to enhance public use and enjoyment of the park.
The Conservancy and the National Park Service (NPS) work in partnership to manage the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center (CVEEC). Programs at CVEEC are designed to educate and inspire youth and adults in a 500 acre natural setting.
During the summer months, the Conservancy offers a variety of day and overnight camps for children ranging in ages 6-17. Our goal is for campers to learn more about the environment, the arts, themselves, and their world. We stress individual growth and group
cooperation in residential and day camp settings.
Join us for an exciting summer, where every week is a new adventure. Please check out the variety of summer camps we offer for youth on our website!
Responsibilities:
Position Description, Essential Duties (other duties as assigned)
- Implement the purpose, goals, and objectives of all Conservancy camps and summer programs.
- Assist the Summer Camp Coordinator and Summer Camp Program Specialist with counselor training week.
- Participate, as a team member, in the guidance of campers in daily activities.
- Live in the dormitory when resident camp is in session, assume responsibility for overnight camper supervision, and act as the liaison between Summer Camp Program Specialist and Counselors overnight.
- Provide leadership and guidance to campers in daily living with special attention to: safety, meals, health and welfare, personal hygiene, respect, discipline, and camper participation in all camp activities.
- Assume responsibility for interpreting the policies and procedures of the CVEEC and Cuyahoga Valley National Park to campers.
- Assist teaching staff and outside faculty during camp activities.
- Help facilitate meals and evening activities.
- Work closely with the Summer Camp Coordinator and/or Summer Camp Program Specialist to set up for each week and prep supplies.
- Develop and teach camp classes, as needed.
- Serve as a positive role model in making good decisions and implementing effective practices for campers and fellow staff.
- Transition between day camp, residential camp, and other summer programs in the park.
- Perform related work as required.
- Lead Counselors with appropriate skills may be asked to assume additional responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants should be enrolled in a college program or have a Bachelor's degree.
- Experience in a camp setting for at least one summer is required; proven supervisory experience, high interest in arts and environmental education desired, and computer literacy preferred. Must possess strong communication and problem solving skills, as well as have the ability to manage others.
- Enjoy working with youth is a must.
- Must possess the ability to work in a team environment as well as operate independently.
- Enthusiasm, tolerance, creativity and good physical health required.
- Background/fingerprint check and First Aid & CPR Certification must be completed before start date, and valid driver's license is required.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Camp Lead Counselor salary is $250/week.
- Lodging is provided in National Park Service housing during employment term.
- All camp counselors will be required to reside in dormitories at the CVEEC when residential camp is in session.
- Meals are provided when campers are in residence.
~ The Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, the presence of a non job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status. ~