Camp Have A Lot Of Fun Program Lead

Applications accepted until filled. Interviews begin October 2026. Qualified applicants will be contacted.

First application cutoff: September 30th 5 pm

LOCATIONS:

Mission North Park

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Lead is expected to lead and coordinate camp activities for children ages 312 in a safe inclusive environment. Mentor staff create engaging programs and ensure camper well-being. Serve as the main contact for parents and staff to deliver a positive camp experience.

The position will startin January -summer training will take place between the hours of 8 am and 5 pm.

Hours and Pay

• JanuaryApril: 1015 hrs/week; MayAugust: 3040 hrs/week; $18/hr.
• Hours available as needed
  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
TheProgram Leadis expected to workindependently within District policies.

EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and/or maybe requiredto performadditionalor different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices:

Program Development & Implementation:

• Design and lead age-appropriate camp programs for childrenages 3-12

• Create weeklythemesthat are engaging and memorable

• Plan and execute games crafts outdoor activities and educational sessions

• Prepares leads andparticipatesin recreational activities both active and passive for school-age children such as games sports arts and crafts and songs at an assigned day camp location.

Staff Supervision & Mentorship:

• Lead and supervise camp counselors andLeaders in Training

• Provide training in age-appropriate counseling and activity facilitation

• Coordinate staff schedules and ensure effective communication

• Provide non-biased and fair direction to JuniorLeaders andact as a role model.

• Desire to work collaboratively on a team

Camper Engagement & Safety

• Ensure the emotional and physical safety of all campers

• Supervises and accounts for assigned participants at the day camp location.

• Promote a positive inclusive and respectful camp culture

• Manage camper behavior and resolve conflicts

• Maintains a sincere interest in providing each child with a positive summer camp experience

Administrative Duties

• Maintainaccuraterecords (attendance incident reports schedules)

• Follows safety procedures andrendersfirst aid asrequired; responds to emergencies as they arise andfollowemergency proceduresto ensure that accidents and incidents are promptly documented and reported.

• Coordinate check-in/check-out procedures and communicate with parents

• Monitor inventory and manage camp resources

• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor with campers parents and staff.

• Serve as primary contact for parents and staff to ensure smooth communication.

• Attends all preseason and ongoing staff meetings and training sessions.

• Actively encourage andlivetheDistrictsmission.

• Position may also perform other nonessential duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

Knowledge of recreational activities appropriate for school-age children. Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers children parents and volunteers. Leadership and organizational skills. Ability to use independent judgment and takeappropriate actionto ensure childrens and staffs patience and a team-oriented mindset.
Ability to deal with emergencies and stressful situations.

1. Minimum Experiencerequired:
   This is anentry-levelposition. A valid work permit may berequiredfor applicants under the age of 18.
   Previousexperience working with children (volunteer work babysitting playing sports coaching etc.) is preferred (but notrequired)

1. Other requirements:
   State law requires all selected applicants 18 and overto befingerprinted and pass a pre-employment background check. A TB test clearance isrequiredfor all selected transportation to and from work.
   First Aid/CPR/AED Training or willingness to complete/recertify (preferred)
   

Licenses/Certification:

• Preferred possession of a valid class C California Drivers license.

• Current CPR and First Aid certifications are highly desired but notrequired.
  

Environmental Conditions:

• Outdoor recreational facilities; frequent public contact; exposure to sun heat and inclement weather. The schedule may vary.

• Position will be 50% Indoor and 50% Outdoor January-April and 10% Indoor and 90% Outdoor May-August.

Physical Conditions:

• Strength mobility and stamina to bend reach stretch stand kneel walk run stoop lift carry push or pull objects weighing up to 30 pounds whilemonitoringchildren andparticipatingin camp activities. Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

• The job involves 30% standing and 70% walking or active movement.

• Must occasionallyhave the ability tofeel the attributes of objects by touch; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling; and be able to walk climb stoop kneel crouch and stand.

• Strength mobility and stamina to perform various physical activities.

• Hearing and speech are adequate to communicate in person and over the phone.

• Vision adequate tomonitorchildren and read fine print.

• Manual dexterity to grasp and hold objects use fine manipulation write andoperatethe telephone.

• Frequentlyparticipatesin strenuous physical activities such as running sports and other related camp activities in outdoor monitoring of childrenrequiresthe ability to detect and respond to emergencies and provide CPR or First Aid asrequired.

Equipment Used:

• Telephone equipment cart arts andcraftssupplies and sports equipment.

Transportation Requirements:

• Reliable transportation required; ability to travel between park locations.

Terms of Employment:

• This is a seasonal position. This position endsinAugust2027.

• State law requires that the applicant selected for the position must complete the fingerprint process to check for or verify a conviction record; TB test clearance is alsorequired.

Application:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to applyimmediately. All applicants must complete andsubmitan online Mission Oaks Recreation and Park District employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed bypeopleassigned to this job. They are not intended to be an inclusive list of all duties responsibilities and skillsrequired accordance withthe Americans with Disability Act reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Questions concerning Camp Have A Lot Of Fun can be directed to the assigned recruiters:

Mikey Parissenti or

Required Experience:

Manager