Residential Youth Program Leader – Bellisario College of Communications Summer Camp

Responsibilities

Youth Program Leaders are responsible for the 24‑hour supervision and safety of minors participating in the program and will manage all aspects of daily program administration, including youth compliance policies and procedures, emergency response, direct communication with Program Director and Program Manager, medication collection, storage and verification, and oversight of participant health information.

They may assist with the development of instructional content and deliver lessons and activities.

They have full responsibility for monitoring the safety, whereabouts, and actions of program participants at all times, including non‑instructional times, and must be able to identify and respond to issues concerning participant interactions, behavior, mental health, and acclimation to the program environment. They may face situations at any time of day or night when they must act quickly and calmly using sound judgement, handle sensitive issues or information, address behavior issues, and immediately follow any necessary notification protocols.

Applicants must successfully complete a PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to supervise minors, manage emergency situations, communicate effectively with program leadership, handle medication and health information responsibly, and maintain a calm, judgment‑based approach to handling incidents and behavior issues.

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