Junior Counselor (University Village Albany) (4128U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 62799

About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.

Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley Youth Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps) offers a wide variety of seasonal camps, swimming, and sport activities for kids of all ages.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: January 26, 2024

Responsibilities

1. Adhere to all scheduling assignments made by Camp Coordinator(s), Camp Lead(s) and Asst. Lead(s) to support campers, camper groupings, and activities.
2. Support and assist activity Instructor(s) and/or assigned Group Leader(s) with any delegated tasks.
3. Provide mentoring and guidance to campers in support of camp staff.
4. Lead general supervision of campers and downtime activities during the camper lunch period.
5. Assist with the set-up and take-down of camp facilities and help tidy camp areas on a daily basis.
6. Account for all campers in assigned group and conduct camper head counts regularly.
7. Follow check-in/out duties as assigned.
8. Walk campers safely between locations and supervise them on water/restroom breaks as needed.
9. Assist campers with their belongings, lost and found, sunscreen/water, lunch, trash pick-up, etc.
10. Assist with and/or participate in all special events, staff meetings, theme days, and programs designated by your leadership team and/or supervisor.
11. Look for ways to improve the camp/program and share feedback in weekly staff meetings with the leadership team or designated team leader.

Required Qualifications

1. Must be at least 16 years old.
2. Must have previous experience working with youth and at least 500 camp/service hours completed.
3. Must be adaptable to a varied and challenging environment.
4. Basic skills in computer programs relevant to job duties.
5. Must have a passion for working with youth.
6. Have some knowledge of youth recreation programs/camps and their structure.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.