Job Title

TYSC Lead Camp Counselor

Department:

Student Recreation Center

Reports to:

Intramural and Camp Coordinator

Pay Rate:

$17.98 per hour

Hours:

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), position with expected hours to be worked during business hours of Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; depending on campus enrollment.  This is a 7-week long summer camp program. 

Job Summary:

·         Under limited supervision, Lead Camp Counselors engage campers in daily activities, act as role models, and carry out the day-to-day operations of the Titan Youth Summer Camp.

Please note, camp will be closed for July 4th. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists the Intramural and Camp Coordinator with programming, planning, and preparation of Titan Youth Summer Camp.

• Assists the Intramural and Camp Coordinator by overseeing Camp Counselors, Program Assistants, CIT, and delivering youth activities and programs for minors ages 4 to 12.
• Assists with leading day-to-day camp operations, including opening and closing procedures, organizing activities, coordinating snacks/lunches, and addressing parental concerns as needed.
• Review setup for daily activities with Program Assistants to ensure all activity spaces are set up accordingly.
• Assist in the hiring process and training of TYSC student staff.
• Assists the Intramural and Camp Coordinator in leading weekly staff meetings.
• Remains alert for the safety of participants at all times
• Assists the Intramural and Camp Coordinator with camper behavioral challenges.
• Assists in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.
• Knows, enforces and follows all emergency procedures and safety guidelines associated with the camp program, including knowing the whereabouts of your charges at all times.
• Responsible for promoting a safe and fun environment for campers by adhering to and enforcing the policies and procedures of the University, the Associated Students Inc., CSUF, and ASI Titan Recreation.
• Maintains a high standard of customer service.
• Reports basic concerns to Intramural and Camp Coordinator. Incidents, resolutions, etc
• Other duties as assigned.

Customer Service & Collaboration:

·         Establishes and maintains working relationships with various A.S. and University departments

Safety:

·         Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies.

·         Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence.

·         Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party or supervisor immediately

Requirements:

Must be a currently enrolled California State University Fullerton student in good academic standing.

Must complete a LiveScan screening.

Trainings:

·         Must complete:

o   Bloodborne Pathogens

o   Campus Health and Safety Requirements

o   CSU’S Discrimination Harassment Prevention Program

o   Data Security and FERPA

o   Gender Equity and Title IX

o   Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)

o   First Aid/CPR/AED

o   CA Mandated Reporter of Child Abuse

o   TB Test

within 30 days of hire

Work Environment:

·         This position requires standing for long periods of time

·         The work environment is generally favorable

·         Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water

·         Moderate noise level

·         Active and very lively environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Physical Demands:

·         Must be able to lift, lower, push and pull loads ranging in weight from 5-35 lbs

·         Must be able to carry loads ranging from 5-35 lbs for distances up to 20ft

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions