Camp Clarita Staff are the role models for our campers. We have summer employment opportunities for those entering grade 11 to those already in college and beyond. Camp Clarita also has a great volunteer program (Counselors in Training) for teens entering 10th grade. If you’re interested in becoming the best of the best, then this is the place for you.
Ages: Grade 11 and beyond (as of fall 2010)
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
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary:
- Camp Counselor - $8.75/hour
- Recreation Leader I - $11.00/hour
- Assistant Director (Recreation Leader II) - $13.08/hour
- Director (Recreation Leader III) - $15.50/hour
- Office Assistant (Recreation Leader II) - $13.08/hour
Application Information :
- Please submit a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
- March 26, 2010 - Application deadline at 5:00 p.m.
- April 6-8, 2010 - Returning (summer 2009) staff interviews. If selected for an interview, you will be required to participate in the interview process.
- April 17, 2010 - 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 1-4, 2010 - Leadership Training. Tuesday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is mandatory for all Directors and Assistant Directors.
- June 7-10, 2010 - Staff Training, Monday - Thursday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This is mandatory for all Camp Clarita Staff.
- June 14-August 6, 2010 - Summer Camp
- August 9, 2010 - 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. 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!
Age: Grade 10 (as of fall 2010)
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 7-10, 2010
- Camp Dates: June 14-August 6, 2010
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 on weekly field trips as needed.
- Learning what it takes to apply for a paid staff position the following summer.
- Utilizing volunteer hours for school requirements.
Application Information:
Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
To apply online for this position, please click here.
Requirements: Responsible teens interested in volunteering with youth. Must be entering
Grade 10 by fall 2010.
The ideal candidates will assist in leading groups of children in a day camp setting.
Age: Grade 11 (as of fall 2010)
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 17, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 7-10, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 14-August 6, 2010
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 30 hours per week
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Salary: $8.75 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assist in leading groups of children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Swimming on a daily basis with campers.
- 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 junior in high school or above by September 2010.
- Prior experience working or volunteering with children.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
Application Information:
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Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
To apply online for this position, please click here.
The ideal candidates will lead groups of children in a day camp setting.
Age: Grade 12 (as of fall 2010)
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 17, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 7-10, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 14-August 6, 2010
Time:
- 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.*
- Up to 33 hours per week
Salary: $11.00 per hour
*Actual shifts will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assist in supervising and leading children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Assist in planning daily activities.
- Swimming on a daily basis with campers.
- Availability from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; actual shift will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Education and Experience:
- Senior in High School or above by September 2010.
- One or more years prior work experience with children in a day camp or after-school setting.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude in working with youth.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
Application Information:
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Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
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/GED equivalent by June 2010
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 17, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Leadership Training: June 1-3, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 7-10, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 14-August 6, 2010
- Camp Clean Up: August 9, 2010
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: $13.08 per hour
Duties & Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):
- Assist in supervising Camp staff.
- 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.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Availability from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; actual shift will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Education and Experience:
- High School Graduate/GED equivalent by June 2010.
- Two or more years prior work experience with children in a day camp setting, 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.
- Ability to work effectively, compassionately, and creatively with youth, adults, and staff.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
Application Information:
-
Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
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/GED equivalent
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 17, 2010,* from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Leadership Training: June 1-3, 2010, from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Staff Training: June 7-10, 2010,* from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Camp Dates: June 14-August 6, 2010*
- Camp Clean Up: August 9, 2010
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: $15.50 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 in supervising and leading children in a variety of activities in a day camp setting.
- Monitor all camper paperwork and administer medication.
- Prepare materials for activities and participants.
- Ensure cleanliness and safety of facility daily.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Availability from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.; actual shift will vary depending on the needs of the camp program.
Education and Experience:
- High School Graduate/GED Equivalent; some college courses preferred.
- Three years experience working with children in a day camp setting.
- One year experience in a camp supervisory/leadership capacity.
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, and enthusiastic.
- Excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
- Positive attitude to work with and supervise staff.
- Possess supervisory and leadership skills.
- Flexibility to work a variety of hours/days.
Application Information:
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Please complete a City of Santa Clarita Employment application by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 26, 2010.
To apply online for this position, please click here.
