Camp Clarita Staff are the role models for our campers. We have summer employment opportunities for those entering their senior year in high school to those already in college and beyond. Camp Clarita also has a great volunteer program (Counselors in Training) for teens entering 10th and 11th grade. If you’re interested in becoming part of an amazing team, then this is the place for you.
Ages: Grade 12 and beyond (as of fall 2012)
Locations: As a member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team; therefore,
you may be placed at any one of the following Camp Clarita locations based
on the needs of our programs.
- Canyon Country Park
17615 W. Soledad Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91387 - Newhall Park
24933 Newhall Avenue
Santa Clarita, CA 91321 - North Oaks Park
27824 N. Camp Plenty Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91351 - Santa Clarita Park
27285 Seco Canyon Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91350 - Valencia Glen Park
23750 Via Gavola
Santa Clarita, CA 91355 - Valencia Meadows Park
25671 Fedala Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 30 hours/week for Camp Counselor positions
- Up to 33 hours/week for Recreation Leader I positions
- Up to 40 hours/week for Assistant Director and Director positions
- Staff may be required to work split shifts
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary:
- Camp Counselor - $8.93/hour
- Recreation Leader I - $11.22/hour
- Assistant Director (Recreation Leader II) - $13.33/hour
- Director (Recreation Leader III) - $15.81/hour
- Office Assistant (Recreation Leader II) - $13.33/hour
Requirements for all Positions:
- Evidence of negative TB test taken within the last two (2) years.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification for Adults, Children, and Infants is required within one week of hire.
Application Information :
- We will begin accepting applications on Monday, January 30, 2012.
- A City of Santa Clarita Employment application must be submitted electronically to the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012 to be considered for a position.
- March 16, 2012 - Application deadline at 5:00 p.m.
- April 2-5, 2012 - Returning (summer 2011) staff interviews. If selected for an interview, you will be required to participate in the interview process.
- April 7, 2012 - Staff Interview Day from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. If selected for an interview, you will be required to participate in the Camp Clarita Staff Interview Day.
- June 4-7 , 2012 - Leadership Training. Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is mandatory for all Directors and Assistant Directors.
- June 11-14, 2012 - Staff Training, Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is mandatory for all Camp Clarita Staff.
- June 18-August 10, 2012 - Summer Camp
- August 13 & 14, 2012 - Camp Clean Up
The Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) program is an excellent way for a teen to gain volunteer experience working with the youth of Santa Clarita. Mature, enthusiastic teens who will assist Camp Counselors and Recreation Leaders with everyday activities offered at camp. If you’re interested in volunteering up to 20 hours a week working with youth in a day camp setting, this is the program for you! Applicants will be interviewed and selected based on their ability to work with children, sense of responsibility, and enthusiasm.
Age: Grade 10 and 11 (as of fall 2012)
Locations: As a true member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team, therefore, you may be placed at any of our Camp Clarita locations based on the needs of the program.
Dates:
- Staff Training: June 11-14, 2012
- Camp Dates: June 18-August 10, 2012
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 20 hours per week
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program
Salary: This is a volunteer position.
Benefits include:
- Assisting staff in various activities while at camp.
- Learning what it takes to apply for a paid staff position.
- Utilizing volunteer hours for school requirements.
Requirements: Responsible teens interested in volunteering with youth. Must be entering
Grade 10 or 11 by fall 2012.
Application Information:
- Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.
- To apply online for this position, please click here.
The ideal candidates will assist in leading groups of children in a day camp setting. This is an entry-level position performing beginning or semi-skilled work.
Age: Grade 12 (as of fall 2012)
Location: As a true member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team, therefore, may be placed at any of our Camp Clarita locations based on the needs of the program.
Dates:
- Staff Interview Day: April 7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 11-14, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 18-August 10, 2012
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 30 hours per week
- Staff may be required to work split shifts.
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary: $8.93 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assist in supervising and leading groups of children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Assist in organization, set-up, and clean-up of camp site.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Complete various forms and logs associated with the program.
- Report accidents and incidents.
- Act as a role model for campers.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Interact and provide customer service to program participants and the public.
- Swimming on a daily basis with campers.
- Ability to lift, drag and push files, paper, documents, and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Availability from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; actual shift will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Education and Experience:
- Must be at least a senior in high school or above by September 2012.
- At least 6 months paid or volunteer experience instructing, conducting, or planning activities in a recreation, education, or child care program.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Creative problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
- Positions require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal services.
Application Information:
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Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.
- To apply online for this position, please click here.
The ideal candidates will lead groups of children in a day camp setting.
Age: High School Graduate or GED equivalent by June 2012
Location: As a true member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team, therefore, you may be placed at any of our Camp Clarita locations based on the needs of the program.
Dates:
- Staff Interview Day: April 7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 11-14, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 18-August 10, 2012
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 33 hours per week
- Staff may be required to work split shifts.
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary: $11.22 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Supervise and lead children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Assist in organization, set-up, and clean-up of camp site.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Complete various forms, logs, and reports associated with the program.
- Report accidents and incidents.
- Mentor camp counselors.
- Maintain awareness of campers' needs.
- Act as a role model for campers.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Interact and provide customer service to program participants and the public.
- Assist in planning daily activities.
- Swimming on a daily basis with campers.
- Ability to lift, drag and push files, paper, documents, and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Education and Experience:
- High School Graduate or GED equivalent by June 2012.
- At least one year paid work experience instructing, conducting, or planning in a recreation, education, or child care program.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Creative problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
- Positions require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal services.
Application Information:
-
Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.
- To apply online for this position, please click here.
This position will assist in supervising day camp staff and site administration.
Age: High School Graduate or GED equivalent and completion of one year of college.
Location: As a true member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team, therefore, you may be placed at any of our Camp Clarita locations based on the needs of the program.
Dates:
- Staff Interview Day: April 7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Leadership Training: June 4-7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 11-14, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 18-August 10, 2012
- Camp Clean Up: August 13 & 14, 2012
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 40 hours per week
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary: $13.33 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assist in supervising Camp staff.
- Assist in organization, set-up, and clean-up of camp site.
- Assist in site administration; acts as site director in site director’s absence.
- Assist in monitoring all camper paperwork and administering medication.
- Assist in leading children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Interact and provide customer service to program participants, parents, and the public.
- Open and close facilities.
- Report accidents and incidents.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Ability to lift, drag, and push files, paper, documents, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
Education and Experience:
- High School Graduate or GED equivalent and completion of one year of college.
- At least two years prior paid work experience instructing, conducting, or planning in a recreation, education, or child care program; preferably in a leadership capacity.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Creative problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
- Positions require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal services.
Application Information:
-
Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.
- To apply online for this position, please click here.
This position will supervise a day camp site including staff supervision and site administration.
Age: High School Graduate or GED equivalent and completion of two years of college.
Location: As a true member of the Camp Clarita Staff, we are a team, therefore, you may be placed at any of our Camp Clarita locations based on the needs of the program.
Dates:
- Staff Interview Day: April 7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Leadership Training: June 4-7, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 11-14, 2012, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 18-August 10, 2012
- Camp Clean Up: August 13 & 14, 2012
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 40 hours per week
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary: $15.81 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may included, but are not limited to):
- Supervise a day camp site including staff supervision and parental communication.
- Plan and compose staff schedules and weekly calendars for publications.
- Assist and supervise organization, set-up, and clean-up of camp site.
- Assist in supervising and leading children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Monitor all camper paperwork and administer medication.
- Interact and provide customer service to program participants, parents, and the public.
- Open and close facilities.
- Report accidents and incidents.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Ability to lift, drag and push files, paper, documents, and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
Education and Experience:
- High School Graduate or GED Equivalent and completion of two years of college.
- At least three years experience instructing, conducting, or planning in a day camp setting.
- At least one year experience in a day camp supervisory/leadership capacity.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Creative problem-solving.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
- Positions require prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal services.
Application Information:
-
Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012.
- To apply online for this position, please click here.
