Youth Programs

Cougar Kids Camp Group Leader

Duties:

  • Conduct and document daily inspection of activity areas and equipment (5%);
  • Handle on site inquiries, concerns, conflict situations and discipline (15%);
  • Administer first aid/handle emergency situations and contact emergency services as necessary (2.5%);
  • Complete appropriate forms as necessary (5%);
  • Enforce program, department, University, and state policies (5%);
  • Prepare and supervise camp activities and facilities (20%);
  • Supervise movement of campers between stations (5%);
  • Supervise pool/locker room activities (5%);
  • Assist with camper check in/check out procedures (5%);
  • Instruct campers in various sport, game, craft and outdoor activities (25%);
  • Report emergencies and hazards through program reporting lines (2.5%);
  • Other duties as assigned (5%).

Essential Skills:

  • Ability to resolve conflicts involving campers
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to uphold departmental policies in stressful situations
  • Ability to recognize risks and implement departmental risk management procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of camp games and activities
  • Experience working with children preferred
  • Experience with pool activities preferred

Pre-Employment Certification & Training (will be available to candidates):

  • Pass background screening
  • American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED
  • American Red Cross Epi Pen and Asthma Training
  • Blood Borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission
  • Successful completion of WSU Sexual Harassment Training

 

APPROXIMATE HOURS PER WEEK

  • Variable, must be available for a minimum of 20-40 hours PER week
  • Shifts are Monday – Friday
  • This position runs from the middle of May to the middle of August each summer

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

Level 3, Suitable for entry

STARTING PAY

$16.85/hour

CONTACT INFORMATION

Hunter Hartley- Sports & Youth Programs Coordinator

hunter.hartley@wsu.edu

SRC 250, 335-9660