Program Assistant

Organizational Mission & Overview

Our mission is to bring out the limitless potential in young leaders through extraordinary experiences and nurturing relationships. At PEAK, we know that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.

• Every living being has inherent value.
• The community is better when everyone contributes.
• We can only grow when we are honest about our mistakes.
• Everyone has the power to change their world.

The Program Assistant supports the delivery of special camp programs involving the entire camp community, including evening activities, theme days, and other all-camp activities. This role brings the camp spirit and makes sure camp magic is felt by all, working hand-in-hand with the Program Coordinator.

• Staff Orientation:
  June 17 - 24
• Session 1:
  June 27 - July 8
• Session 2:
  July 11 - 22
• Session 3:
  July 25 - August 5
• Teen Camp and Camp Clean-up:
  August 8 - 13
• Family Camp:
  August 14 - 16

• With guidance from the Program Coordinator, plan, prepare supplies, set up, and facilitate safe, high quality, engaging all-camp activities at camp, e.g. campfires, large field games, talent shows, and the camp dance.
• Plan and carry out indoor, rainy day activities for all-camp, sometimes with very short notice.
• Actively participate in camp programming outside of all-camp activities including camper choice time, bus duty, and more.
• Gain familiarity with all of camp’s program areas to support in the delivery of programming as a program instructor substitute.
• As needed, step in as a substitute for camp counselors, including overnight stays with a cabin of up to 8 campers.

This position is compensated at a rate of $700 per week
, pre-tax.

Summer seasonal staff are paid on a bi-weekly basis and are classified as exempt, seasonal employees.

This position is eligible for a $50 weekly bonus for valid lifeguard certification during weeks worked.

All meals are provided during camp sessions.

• A belief that with the right support and access to quality programs and experiences, all young people are able to achieve at the highest level imaginable.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and coaching from supervisor and make necessary adjustments.
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers to achieve program objectives.
• Ability to live with, support, and work with all camper age ranges at camp.
• Commitment to being punctual and adhering to a schedule provided by camp leadership.
• Possess strong communication skills and apply them with coworkers and supervisors, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive staff and camper information when necessary.
• Ability to perform job duties in a fast-paced environment and embrace change and be flexible.
• While not required, familiarity with group management that is developmentally appropriate for youth and adults would be beneficial.
• While not required, it would be beneficial to have the ability to pass PEAK’s motor vehicle background check and driver training and safely drive/transport adults and children in PEAK vehicles, including a 12-passenger van.

Must be at least 18 and/or have a high school diploma/GED before the position start date to apply.

The Program Assistant reports to the Assistant Director of Camp Programs or the Program Coordinator.

The mental and physical requirements and work environment conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Staff are required to actively participate in all camper activities, including water-related activities.
Staff must be ready for new experiences and maintain a consistent level of energy all summer long.
Position requires standing, stooping, sitting, walking long distances on uneven terrain (5+ miles a day), and occasionally lifting up to 40 pounds with or without assistance.
Camp activities…