Part-Time Summer Camp Counselor, Community and School Partnerships (CSP)
Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Application
Details
Posted: 12-May-22
Location: Bloomington, Indiana,
Type: Part-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 300095
Department
DEMA STRATEGY, PLANNING, AND A (UA-DSPA-IUBLA)
Job Summary
The Summer Camp Counselor is responsible for supervising campers and keeping them safe during the High School Explorers program managed by Community & School Partnerships (CSP). The Summer Camp Counselor oversees and facilitates activities and learning, implements emergency protocol efforts to ensure the protection of campers, as needed, and ensures the general behavior and safety of guests is in compliance with Indiana University policies.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Hosts guests at the High School Explorers program, following established program itineraries at all times.
Organizes/facilitates group activities, such as games, arts and crafts, etc.
Communicates with program staff any interpersonal issues that develop between IU staff or campers.
Checks on campers with medical needs to ensure they have taken any required medication.
Ensures the safety and well-being of visitors at all times, following established university protocols for Programs Involving Children (PIC) reporting, as well as CSP specific protocols and reporting procedures.
Implements established emergency protocol efforts to ensure the safety of campers.
Upholds "lights out" schedule and ensures the safety and security of the facility by being alert and routinely monitoring the building/residential facility.
Attends webinars hosted by Community and School Partnerships, providing training for the High School Explorers program.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
High school diploma or GED.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
Background as a camp counselor or youth mentor.
First aid training (in order to be able to respond to minor injuries and illness).
SKILLS
Required
Positive attitude, outgoing personality and passion for IU.
Maturity and admirable behavioral habits.
Ability to interact cordially, tactfully, and respectfully with diverse subsets of people (faculty, staff, peers, prospective students).
Knowledge and understanding of the pressures faced by incoming students.
Ability to maintain productive working relationships and fit in well in a team environment.
Flexibility and reliability.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Public speaking and presentation skills.
Team work as well as interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent time management.
Excellent judgement and decision making skills.
Preferred
Familiarity with the IU Bloomington campus.
Working Conditions / Demands
The person in this role is expected to attend pre-event training/orientation programs as needed. All part-time employees will conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of Indiana University. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
Starting at $13.00 per hour.
Work Hours
June 10-12, 2022
Evening Shift: 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Overnight Shift: 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
All part-time employees will comply with thresholds established for part-time employment (no more than 29 total IU hours per week).
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Founded in 1820, Indiana University is the state’s public university system, comprised of two core campuses—IU-Bloomington and IUPUI—and six regional campuses located throughout the state. Combined, the total student population is more than 114,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional school students. IU is one of the largest employers in the state, with over 20,000 faculty and staff. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. Diversity and inclusion remains a core commitment to IU’s mission to cultivate an educational environment that supports equal access, participation and representation on all of its campuses and that provides educational and career opportunities for all.
