Day Camp Counselor - Jamestown, NY

Job Title

Day Camp Counselor (Full-Time)

Jamestown, NY (Office‑Based)

Hourly Wage: $16.00 per hour. Expected Weekly

Hours:

40 hours (Full‑Time). Position Duration:
Mid‑July to early September.

• High school or college student
• Desire and ability to work with children indoors and outdoors
• Ability to clearly communicate (speak, read, and write proficiently) in English
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position
• Ability to meet acceptable background check standards
• Proficiency with Windows‑based software, including the internet and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel)
• Capacity to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation: frequently work in outdoor weather conditions (including extreme heat, precipitation, and cold); frequently lift, move, or transport materials; and frequently position self, including pulling, bending, reaching, kneeling, and using hands to feel or reach

• Interest in or current pursuit of education in teaching or youth development
• First Aid and CPR certification
• 4‑H Youth Development knowledge and/or background

• Program Delivery (75%)
  • Deliver age‑appropriate educational activities to 4‑H campers, including arts and crafts, science experiments, cooking classes, woodworking projects, physical activity games and activities, etc.
  • Interact with program participants, parents, and volunteers in a professional manner at all times.
  • Serve as a positive role model for youth participants in all program activities and programs.
  • Participate in special events and programming as assigned.
• Administrative Management (5%)
  • Assist with solving problems and resolving conflicts that arise within the program utilizing appropriate policies and procedures and supervisor guidance as needed.
  • Assist with identifying, anticipating, recommending, and planning for program needs/supplies.
  • Assist with effectively managing program budget allocations and identifying ways to reduce costs and maximize existing resources within the program and association.
• Administrative Coordination/Operation (15%)
  • Assist with planning and preparing educational activities for 4‑H campers.
  • Assist with program preparation and clean‑up.
  • Help maintain a safe, positive, and supportive atmosphere during all activities.
  • Complete and submit accurate activity and progress reports as requested.
  • Prepare and submit accurate expense reports, mileage reports, receipts supporting documentation, and/or vouchers in a timely manner per established policy and procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all information and data collected, accessed, and/or maintained.
  • Provide data and information to assist with preparation of reports, impact statements, and success stories for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others as requested.
  • Transport self and/or program materials/resources necessary for performing position responsibilities.
• Professional Improvement (5%)
  • Participate in all required orientation, training, and/or in‑service meetings and events, as scheduled/required.
• Health and Safety
  • Support the association to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Be familiar with and strive to follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
  • Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.
• Policy and Other Duties as Assigned
  • Collaborate in activities that support Cornell Cooperative Extension, including attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Cooperative Extension programs, and other duties as assigned.
  • Conduct all programming and activities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
  • Be aware of and adhere to established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association policies, procedures, processes, and Skills for Success.
  • Represent Cornell Cooperative Extension to the public, community leaders, colleagues, volunteers, members of Cornell University faculty and staff, government officials, and the general public in a professional manner at all times.
  • Perform all assigned duties in a professional, timely, and accurate manner.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.