Camp Staff (Summer 2025 902144) Position Available In Addison, Vermont

Camp Staff (Summer 2025 902144)
On-siteStudent902144
Middlebury, Vermont, United States
Description
Camp Staff are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all campers. Staff members contribute to the daily operation of the camp, lead and participate in activities, promote teamwork and personal growth, and ensure the well-being of all participants. This position requires energy, flexibility, responsibility, and a passion for working with youth.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times. Lead, assist, or support daily camp activities such as sports, arts & crafts, nature exploration, swimming, etc. Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful community environment. Serve as a role model in attitude, behavior, and responsibility. Maintain clean and organized program areas and living spaces. Communicate effectively with other staff, leadership, and parents/guardians as needed. Respond calmly and appropriately in emergency situations. Attend and participate in all staff meetings, training sessions, and scheduled duties. Adhere to all camp policies, procedures, and safety standards. Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum age: [e.g., 16, 18, or 21 depending on role and state laws] Previous experience working with children or in a camp setting is preferred. Ability to work as part of a team and take initiative. Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Willingness to live/work in an outdoor and sometimes rustic environment. Current First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain). Must pass a background check and complete any required training.

Working Conditions:

Long hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required. Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. May require lifting or carrying equipment and supplies up to 40 lbs. Live-in positions require sleeping in cabins or lodges with campers.

Student Employment Eligibility:

Unless restricted by certain visa status, all students with an active status for the semester are eligible for jobs on campus.
Students on leave or withdrawn are not eligible to work in student employment positions until the semester in which they return. If you are currently withdrawn or on leave you are eligible to be employed in staff positions.
Some may be restricted due to financial aid status. International students (non-resident aliens) may not work off campus unless they have applied for and received work authorization from the United States government. (An F-1 visa does not give work authorization.) Off campus work study positions are available only to U.S. citizens on financial aid with a federal work study component.
Student are not eligible to work remotely from International locations.

Hour Limitations:

All student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours per week in on campus jobs during the academic year (this includes exam periods). The only exception is when there is a full week when school is not in session.

Specifically:

February recess, Spring recess, and full weeks of December or summer recess. During these time periods only, students can work up to 40 hours per week.

International Students:

Visa restrictions prohibit international students from exceeding 20 hours of work per academic calendar week.