Group Leader​/Instructor, Blue Camp , Recreation & Wellbeing

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The Department of Recreation & Wellbeing provides competitive and recreational opportunities for students, faculty, staff and campus affiliated community members. In addition to the 30 sports clubs, the department offers a wide range of recreational activities and state of the art equipment.

Camp Counselors, also known as Group Leaders and Instructors in our youth programs and summer camps, are dedicated to fostering a positive and engaging experience for youth participants in our recreational programs and summer camps. They are responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction, developing age‑appropriate lesson plans tailored to their assigned activities, and providing consistent, constructive feedback to encourage growth and skill development.

Group Leaders and Instructors also contribute to maintaining safe, clean, and well‑organized recreational spaces, ensuring an inclusive and supportive environment. Additionally, they may take on other program‑related responsibilities as needed to enhance the overall experience and meet the needs of participants.

The First Review Date for this job is: 01/19/2026. This is an ongoing hiring process with multiple positions available. Applications will be regularly assessed, and hiring will occur at various points throughout the year. The job listing will remain open for as long as applications are accepted.

• Ensure the overall supervision and safety of campers, managing risks and facilitating engaging downtime activities.
• Build positive, age‑appropriate relationships with campers, identifying and addressing individual needs to foster growth and well‑being.
• Encourage campers to step outside their comfort zones, take healthy risks, and enhance their knowledge and skills in a supportive environment.
• Maintain accurate attendance records, ensuring proper check‑ins and managing transition periods between activities.
• Safely guide campers between locations and supervise them during water/bathroom breaks, ensuring their well‑being at all times.
• Assist campers with personal belongings, lost and found items, sunscreen application, hydration, and waste disposal, promoting responsibility and independence.
• Support campers in problem‑solving and conflict resolution, stepping in to offer guidance only when necessary to empower their decision‑making.
• Supervise and mentor Junior Counselors, Counselors‑in‑Training, and Campers in Leadership Training (CILTs), providing constructive direction and feedback.
• Inspire and motivate campers, Junior Counselors, Counselors‑in‑Training, and CILTs to actively participate in all camp activities with enthusiasm and teamwork.

• Teach age‑appropriate skills and activities in a…