Seasonal - Program Coordinator
Seasonal - Program Coordinator
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$ 3000 - 6000
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Job Description
You work closely with the Camp Directors to assist with various program needs including teaching camper lessons filling in for staff time off blocks supervising campers in and around cabins and shower house and other tasks to facilitate a smooth program. You work with all age groups of campers with ages ranging from 518. You will need high enthusiasm for working with children of various ages with a strong dedication to safety and fun. You will be based at Greenland Point 4H Camp in Princeton Maine. You will work closely with the camp directors to assist with the smooth daily operations and camp programming. You will work a full summer schedule from early to mid June through early to mid August. You will reside onsite throughout the season. You may live in cabins with campers based on program needs. You will generally work Sunday thru Friday with occasional Saturday work. You will receive daily time off Monday through Thursday and weekends off are Friday late afternoon thru Sunday morning. $3000 $6000 for the season 6 to 10 weeks) commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities:
- You will teach camper programs in areas such as conservation education wilderness survival boating outdoor cooking and more.
- You will supervise and lead activities for groups while staff are taking time off.
- You will plan lessons lead activities mentor campers and create opportunities for campers to learn and explore the outdoors through highquality experiences.
- You will attend and actively participate in a oneweek paid staff training where you will learn practice and review practical skills.
- You will assist camp counselors in resolving group conflicts and addressing camper situations as needed.
- You will lead all camper lessons and activities for your group implementing a curriculum that covers skills such as listening communication teambuilding boating skills and safety outdoor cooking conservation education wilderness survival map and compass navigation general ecology and more.
- You will live in a cabin with up to nine campers creating a supportive fun and positive living environment.
- You will colead a variety of one to twoweeklong programs for various age groups.
- You will supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times encouraging problemsolving and decisionmaking while facilitating the resolution of group conflicts.
- You will contribute to community living by participating in chores (helping hands) meal service and any necessary maintenance duties.
- You will attend and participate in staff meetings as scheduled.
- You will model positive energy clear communication and good stewardship of the environment.
- You will actively engage with campers during lessons activities and mealtimes to foster a supportive community.
- You will regularly evaluate the program with the Director to enhance the overall camp experience.
Benefits:
- Rustic and Shared Housing
- Meals
- Laundry
- Opportunities to earn certifications
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11900 undergraduate and graduate students and 2500 employees located on the Orono campus the regional campus in Machias and throughout the state. UMaine is a land sea and space grant university and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine Systems flagship institution. UMaine is the states public research university and a Carnegie R1 toptier research institution dedicated to providing excellent teaching research and service for Maine the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.
Who We Are:
The 4H Camp & Learning Center at Greenland Point provides environmentally focused programming for Maine youth through summer camp and school programs. These programs are designed to inspire outdoor fun practical woodswise skills and handson conservation education. Participants may learn a new outdoor skill or activity that will increase their awareness and understanding of ways that we can live fulfilling lives and make sound choices while doing the things that we enjoy. Through these programs our mission is to teach youth to be effective and caring citizens through affordable environmental education and fun naturebased experiences.
Qualifications:
Required:
- You need a High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.
- You need to hold CPR/Basic First Aid OR willingness to take training (camp will provide training)
- You have the ability to work with a diverse groups of youth and adults
- With or without accommodation you have the ability to travel outdoors over various terrain responding efficiently in the event of an emergency
- You have the ability to lead groups in various outdoor environments
Preferred:
- You can demonstrate responsible and safe decisionmaking skills in all aspects of outdoor camp programming.
- You have a genuine motivation to work with children in a vibrant highenergy outdoor setting where every day is an adventure.
- You demonstrate responsible and safe decisionmaking skills ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience for all campers during outdoor programming
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:
1. a cover letter which describes your experience interests and suitability for the position
2. aresume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requestedto provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
These materials are reviewed on a weekly basis until June 1st 2025
For questions about the search please contact Nicole Nelson .
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race color religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender gender identity or expression ethnicity national origin citizenship status familial status ancestry age disability physical or mental genetic information or veterans or military status in employment education and all other programs and activities.The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity 5713 Chadbourne Hall Room 412 University of Maine Orono ME.581.1226 TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
