Flexible, Part-Time Summer Care Staff

SummerKids Extended Care Staff

Location: Bend, OR

Status:   Summer Seasonal, 10-20 hours/week*

Schedule: June 19th - Aug 16th, Monday - Friday

• Apply for AM Extended Care and/or PM Extended Care shifts
• Extended Care: Monday - Friday, 7am - 9am and 3:30pm - 5:30pm
• *Additional work opportunities available for applicants over age 25 possessing a valid driver’s license
• Mandatory Training Dates: June 12th-15th and 17th-18th (we will work around finals week for students; dates subject to change, exact times TBD)

Organization Background:

Camp Fire Central Oregon connects youth to the outdoors, to others, and to themselves. We build strong relationships and provide powerful youth experiences in out-of-school time programs where youth can learn, lead, have fun and be themselves. This is how we support young people as they navigate the challenges of growing up in the world today and learn the life skills they need to thrive.

Our Commitment:
Camp Fire believes in the dignity and the intrinsic worth of every human being. We welcome, affirm, and support young people and adults of all abilities and disabilities, experiences, races, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, religion and non-religion, citizenship and immigration status, and any other category people use to define themselves or others. We strive to create safe and inclusive environments that celebrate diversity and foster positive relationships.

People of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ2S+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Camp Fire is committed to a diverse workplace, and to supporting our applicants and employees with reasonable accommodations when requested. Camp Fire is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions

Program Overview:  SummerKids is a weekly theme-based day camp for youth in 1st through 6th grade and is hosted at a Bend elementary school (TBD). We offer extended hour options for families in the form of our Extended Care program. This program can have 35-45 youth in 1st-6th grade.  

All staff at SummerKids are invaluable members of our team who are role models, motivators, team builders, educators, and spark champions.  They facilitate a safe, fun, and confidence-building summer for all our campers.  As part of the Extended Care team, staff will implement planned activities, contribute ideas, and help to ensure a memorable experience for the campers, their families, and the other Camp Fire staff in the SummerKids community.  We strive to create an environment where each camper and staff member has a sense of belonging, opportunities to share passions, and a place to thrive.

Position Overview:  

Extended Care staff will lead games and activities, connect with families, and manage the physical and emotional safety for a group of 35-45 youth. Extended Care staff will get direct support from the SummerKids Leadership Team to ensure consistent practices around behavior management, activity facilitation, and the creation of a welcome and supporting environment. 

Skill and Qualifications:

Applicants who do not meet all of the qualifications listed below but present other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered. We strongly encourage anyone who feels passionate about this work, has a strong desire to grow their skills, and believes they have what it takes to thrive in this role to apply.

Qualifications:

• Experience working directly with elementary aged youth or demonstrated desire to learn OR some higher education, classwork, or training in the youth development field or other related fields
• Training and experience with best practices in teaching, group management, planning and designing activities, social-emotional learning, and trauma informed care for elementary youth
• First Aid/CPR certified (or ability to get certified by start date or soon after) 
• Applicant must have graduated high school by June 2024 

Skills:

• Commitment to creating and maintaining a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Demonstrated ability to create developmental relationships and connect with youth and staff
• Ability to effectively manage groups of youth 
• Strong verbal communication skills with youth

Transferable Skills: 

As a staff at Camp Fire, you will build skills and gain valuable experience in 

• Supervision
• Teaching
• Mentorship
• Leadership
• Communication
• Activity preparation
• Group management
• Planning and organizing
• And much more

Compensation:  $18-$20/hour, depending on experience. 

Benefits:  Free Extended Care program for dependents / $50 referral bonus per additional staff recruit / Opportunity to have professional headshots taken / Resume guidance and assistance.

To Apply:  Camp Fire will begin reviewing applications immediately. Please list 3 references (2 professional and 1 personal). Learn more about Camp Fire Central Oregon at campfireco.org.