Day Camp Program Support
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Job Location:
Allison Park, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position: Program Support
Reports to: Camp Director
Time Commitment:
Half Day position: M-F 8:00am - 12:00pm (20 hrs/week) 6/1/26 - 7/31/26
Full Day position: M-F 8:00 am - 4:00pm (40 hrs/week) 6/1/26 - 7/31/26
Compensation: $15/hr
PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Program Support staff member ensures the smooth daily operation of camp
logistics with a focus primarily on food service activity setup and operational support. You will interact
with campers and families during Before Care assist with camp-wide activities and help maintain a safe
clean and organized environment. This role is essential to keeping the day running efficiently and
providing campers with a positive safe and fun experience.
Core Responsibilities & Expectations
Professionalism & Collaboration
- Arrive well-rested on time and maintain consistent attendance for all 8 weeks of camp.
- Communicate necessary absences with as much advanced notice as possible.
- Build positive professional relationships with colleagues.
- Uphold The Discovery School Day Camp philosophy and policies.
- Show initiative in problem-solving and be open to new ideas.
- Organize tasks effectively prioritize and complete work within set timelines.
- Model conflict resolution by communicating directly with individuals involved and collaborating to
- develop solutions.
Health Safety & Camper Well-Being
- Maintain a safe clean and organized food preparation area.
- Report incidents or safety concerns to the Camp Director promptly.
- Follow The Discovery School Health and Safety guidelines as they relate to personal safety.
- Follow Department of Health and Safety guidelines for all food preparation tasks.
- Familiarize yourself with weekly camper allergy information lunch choices and any special dietary
- needs.
- Remain calm and follow the Emergency Plan in the event of an emergency.
- Operational Responsibilities
Morning / PreCamp & Before Care Duties
- Welcome and check in families and campers during Before Care
- Monitor safety and engage with campers during Before Care (free play early arrivals).
- Help set up equipment or materials for campwide activities.
Food & Meal Logistics
- Receive daily deliveries of snacks and lunch supplies.
- Prepare snacks and pack lunches for camper groups. This includes assembling up to 100 cold lunches when camp is at full capacity.
- Distribute snacks and lunches to camper groups each day.
- Set up and maintain a safe organized food prep and service area.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen and prep areas after use; restock and organize supplies inventory food and supplies.
- At the end of the shift prep for next days morning meals/snacks (check inventory restock clean surfaces sweep/mop set out needed items).
Afternoon / Activity Support (if on full-time schedule)
- Assist with breakdown of afternoon activities.
- Reloading afternoon daily special treats.
- Grocery pick up from Aldi Walmart Sams Club
- Unload supplies ensuring theyre sorted stored and ready for upcoming meals and snacks.
- When time allows assisting with transitions helping with cleanup or other operational duties that support a smooth day camp flow.
Qualifications :
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience in food preparation is preferred.
Good physical condition and endurance for standing lifting and moving supplies.
Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for weekly grocery pickup.
Ability to maintain focus and organization during fast-paced activities.
Obtain all necessary clearances
PA Criminal Background Check *
PA Child Abuse Check *
FBI Criminal Background Check *
NSOR
* Clearances must be valid through August 1 2026
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
The Discovery School is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting retaining
developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race gender color
religion sexual orientation national origin age physical or mental disability citizenship status veteran
status or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work
environment free from discrimination and harassment and where employees are treated with respect and
dignity
Additional Information :
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
The Discovery School Day Camp is a special place for children to have fun, grow new friendships, discover nature, and have the freedom to be themselves! We strive to inspire a culture of kindness, curiosity, and connection to one another as well as the world around us. Our Discovery ... View more
