Camp Leadership Support at Dream Camp Trinity

What is unique about Dream Camp?

Dream Camp provides Hartford youth with an exciting and safe summer through a 5-week camp experience. Dream Camp welcomes back nearly 88% of our campers and 75% of our staff each year. What those numbers mean is that Dream Camp creates an environment that brings out the best in all of those it touches. Being a part of the Dream Camp family enables campers to see their true potential, and staff to see the impact they can make in just 5 weeks.

This position will require the Camp Support Specialist to supervise campers, implement the ESF curriculum, promote camp activities and provide a safe and fun learning environment while serving as a positive role model for staff and campers 5-17 years of age.

Why Dream Camp? 

• Inspire Young Minds: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children while receiving comprehensive training and support. 
• Unleash Your Potential: We offer opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and overall professional development.
• Become a Leader: Gain valuable leadership experience as you supervise and mentor children. 
• Positive Environment: Experience the chance to be part of a team guided by ESF Core Values. 

Dream Camp Perks: 

• Convenient Summer Schedule: Consistent schedule for 5 consecutive weeks. Enjoy nights and weekends off.
• Employee Referral Bonus Program: Increase your earnings through referrals from your network. 
• Free Certifications: Reimbursements are available for qualified roles (including lifeguarding and other certifications). 
• Camp Enrollment: For children of team members

Requirements:

• Leadership Background:
  • 1-3 years of leadership and staff supervision experience required.
  • Performance management and facilitation experience preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in Education (or related field) is preferred.
• Experience: We are looking for experience teaching and working with children.
  • Previous experience in classroom teaching, fieldwork, or a minimum of two (2) years of ESF experience.
  • Previous experience working with inner-city youth and families preferred.
  • Previous experience working with children in a camp setting is preferred. 
• Hours: Typically, 8:00am-4:00pm; Monday-Friday
• Schedule Commitment: Any schedule changes must be pre-approved by the site director.
• Required Training: Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.
• Dress Code: Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Lead, Teach & Inspire:
  • Assist and support the Leadership Team in camp operations.
  • Implement ESF program and curriculum. Ensure team members bring lesson plans to life for campers through participation, support, and guidance.
  • Encourage teachers to use creativity and effective classroom management to organize fun and creative daily activities.
  • Attend meetings with Team and coordinate their daily schedules. Help conduct Team Member evaluations.
• Dive Into the Camp Day!
  • Support and encourage teachers and counselors to promote and lead camp activities with enthusiasm and positive collaboration.
  • Support the Leadership Team in monitoring the schedule, program, supervision and administration of all activities and assemblies.
• Safety & Positive Group Management: Ensure the safety and well-being of campers with emphasis on positive behavior and effective group management. Promptly report any concerns to the Site Director.
• Be the Ultimate Role Model: Supervise team members and campers, while fostering a positive and safe environment.
  • Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily.
  • Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
  • Adhere to all company policies.
• Communication: Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and team members.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to and takes direction from the Camp Director and Site Director.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus. Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day  
• Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion.  

This job description is subject to change at any time.