Summer Adventure Program Staff

Description

From May 2025 to August 2025 the Program Staff holds the primary responsibility for the implementation and maintenance of activities and programs. They are expected to help create and maintain a professional environment where the Camp For All mission is carried out through high-quality programs. 

List of Essential Duties

• Obtains or successfully completes required lifeguard and/or high ropes training (before camp or during staff training)
• Participates fully in lifeguard and/or high ropes in-service trainings throughout the summer season
• Participates in staff orientation and training for Camp For All programs
• Obtains required CPR training
• Exhibits the ability to manage an assigned program activity, including planning and adapting the activity to the camper’s special needs
• Work with Program Supervisors to maintain and upkeep program activity areas. Demonstrates the desire to learn, understand and adapt to the needs of the individual camper
• Follows all safety standards set by Camp For All and the Program Manager in accordance with Texas Department of Health and American Camping Association
• Immediately corrects any safety infractions and/or reports such to supervisor
• Displays the ability and desire to work as a “team” with the program management team as well as other program staff
• Manages free time in a responsible manner so as to be fully prepared for each Partner group
• Follows a variety of instructions, procedure manuals and safety rules
• Maintains flexible work schedule with the ability to work extended hours as needed

Reports to - The Program Staff reports directly to the Program Supervisors. 

Compensation - Program Staff will receive housing and meals. The weekly rate starts at $350 per week depending on experience. Potential for pay increase upon completion of lifeguarding and/or high ropes training. Paid training included.

Requirements

• High School diploma (or equivalent)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience in leadership and/or volunteer roles
• Desire to work with the special needs population

Physical Requirements

• Move equipment and/or objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during shift
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Must be able to climb up to 70 feet using a rock wall surface and/or staple climb and be comfortable working at height
• Must be able to perform swimming skills required to pass the American Red Cross Shallow Water Lifeguard course (including but not limited to distance swim, searching underwater without goggles, treading water, and swimming with a weight of at least 10lbs.)  Specific skills information can be found here: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/classes/shallow-water-lifeguarding/LP-00069700.html
• Communicate verbally across long distances