Academy Summer Camp

POSITION SUMMARY:
Pooled Recruitment: By applying to this pool, applicants are not applying for a specific position. By applying, qualified applicants will be considered for Temporary Summer Camp appointments that may become available at Southern Oregon University on an as-needed, part-time, and limited-duration basis.

Applications will be kept on file and qualified applicants contacted by the respective hiring department for an interview. Applicants may withdraw their application from the pool at any time. This pool may be refreshed annually and interested applicants must reapply for continued consideration.

For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at or call .

Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional
Division/Department: Outreach and Engagement
Compensation Range (varies by position): $14.70 - $40.00 per hour depending upon roles and responsibilities
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Appointment Basis: Temporary/Short-Term
Time Type: Part-time
Benefits Eligible: No
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Non-renewable/Limited Duration
These are short-term (one to two week) assignments during the summer
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: A license may be required depending upon the assignment
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Potentially, depending upon the assignment
Remote Work Type: On-campus
Visa Sponsorship: This employer will not sponsor applicants for visas.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
•  Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration.
•  For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at or by phone at . POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Academy positions will vary. Position summaries are as follows:

ACADEMY HEAD RESIDENT
Head resident must be enthusiastic, enjoy working with youth, have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. This position requires time management and organization skills, and the ability to prioritize and problem-solve in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. The Head Resident must model responsible behavior including punctuality, appropriate attire, focus on the task at hand, and diffusion of drama. People skills, ability to oversee college students and a strong work ethic are core components of this position.

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•  Experience working with middle and high school students.
•  Experience leading teams using effective communication skills.
•  Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities and coordinate multiple assignments with fluctuating and time sensitiveness deadline.
•  Ability to proactively assess camp operations and anticipate potential needs.
•  Head Residents should have completed at least two years of college and should be currently pursuing or have attained a college degree.
•  Head residents must have at least one year of previous experience as an ACADEMY Senior Counselor. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•  Basic First Aid training
•  CPR training DUTIES:
•  Be aware of and in compliance with SOUYP policies and procedures.
•  Assist with promotion of Senior Counselor positions.
•  Attend staff training and have proper understanding of and be able to relay to Senior Counselors information regarding: Program logistics (e.g. calendars, schedules, transitions between activities, activity setup and planning). Check-in and check-out procedures. Communicating program needs for supplies and materials.
•  Attend all staff meetings.
•  Coordinate and equitably divide Head Resident duties between both Head Residents.
•  Supervise counseling staff and act as role model and mentor for Senior Counselors.
•  Check in with Senior Counselors and Junior Counselors daily.
•  Assist Senior Counselors to anticipate and address potential problems; Help counselors support students with additional needs.
•  Facilitate strong and positive relationships between the Senior Counselors and their assigned Junior Counselors.
•  Communicate with administrative staff about program logistics, material and supply needs, and concerns about students.
•  ANTICIPATE program needs and prepare accordingly to ensure that program runs smoothly and efficiently.
•  Ensure that facilities are kept clean and organized with particular care for the cleanliness of the nursing station, and ACADEMY offices and storage spaces.
•  Assist SOUYP staff in maintaining accurate records and completing incident reports and updating medical treatment records.
•  Communicate with SOU Housing resident and SOUYP administrative staff about any problems pertaining to the dorms.
•  Attend and help facilitate workshops.
•  Assist administrative staff in office.
•  Communicate all incidents promptly to Director. Understand the chain of command.
•  Communicate with staff nurse when necessary.
•  Administer first aid when necessary.
•  Act as overnight on-call point person for Senior Counselors in dealing with evening problems (homesickness, illness etc.).
•  Make sure lights are out on time.
•  Chaperone evening events.
•  Help with recreation.
•  Head Residents are expected to be on call at all times for the duration of the program. ACADEMY SENIOR COUNSELORS:
Senior Counselors must be enthusiastic, high-energy, responsible, mature, and emotionally stable individuals who enjoy working with youth. Candidates should have leadership abilities and a strong sense of how to work as a team member. The Senior Counselor should be an outstanding role model for participants. Counselors must model responsible behavior including punctuality, appropriate attire and good personal hygiene, positive attitude, compassion, wise decision-making, and intellectual curiosity. Senior Counselors should establish good relationships with students by initiating conversations and activities, conducting living group meetings, and ensuring that all students feel included and welcomed.

Each Senior Counselor will be assigned to supervise 8-12 students during those times when students are not involved in classes. The time commitment for the job is considerable. Students will range in age from 9-13 years; depending on the student there may be a need for high level supervision. Senior Counselors are an integral part of the supervision required. Counselors must have the self-discipline to manage sufficient rest needed for maintaining a high level of enthusiasm and supervisory responsibility during a rigorous daily/week schedule.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
•  Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work within an ever-changing work environment.
•  Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate information in a clear and understandable manner both verbally and in writing.
•  Ability to always put a positive face forward no matter the circumstances, and ability to function in a calm, efficient, and supportive manner especially in crisis situations.
•  Senior Counselors must be at least 18 years old.
•  Counselors must be enrolled in a college or university and have completed their freshman year. PREFERRED:
•  Basic First Aid training
•  CPR training
•  Life Guard training DUTIES:
•  Aware of and in compliance with SOUYP policies and procedures.
•  Attend staff training and have proper understanding of: Emergency procedures. Program logistics (e.g. calendars, schedules, transitions between activities, activity setup and planning). Check-in and check-out procedures. Distributing mail. Communicating program needs for supplies and materials.
•  Attend all staff meetings.
•  Assist at registration and check-out.
•  Be directly responsible for the 8-12 students assigned to Senior Counselor.
•  Articulate and enforce program rules and expectations to students.
•  Make sure lights are out on time.
•  Participate in and help with recreational activities and evening programs.
•  Chaperone evening events.
•  Be available to students for counseling, problem solving, etc. Communicate with Head Residents when appropriate about student needs.
•  Anticipate and address potential problems that may arise within Living Groups or with individual students.
•  Communicate with Head Residents and administrative staff about material and supply needs and concerns about students.
•  ANTICIPATE program needs and prepare accordingly to ensure that program runs smoothly and efficiently.
•  Assist with keeping facilities clean and organized with particular care for the cleanliness of the nursing station, camp offices and storage spaces click apply for full job details