Leadership Program Staff

ABOUT US 

Camp Harbor View changes lives and transforms Boston’s communities by exposing underserved youth to the possibilities of a future they may have never envisioned. 

At Camp Harbor View, kids can be kids. At each of the five program areas (aquatics, leadership, sports, knowledge is power, and art) campers engage in quality programming and learn the skills they need to succeed outside of camp. Our core values of fun, respect, responsibility, character, courage, and community drive the camp experience and create a safe, fun environment for campers to develop as young leaders. Camp Harbor View staff are responsible for fostering that environment and have the great privilege to model our values for our campers.  

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION STATEMENT 

Camp Harbor View’s work is focused on providing opportunity to some of Boston's most historically marginalized communities. We believe that by working together with the families in our program we will make progress in overcoming many of the barriers of systemic inequity and advancing educational and economic parity. We strive to build a staff and board that is reflective of the communities that we serve. 

ROLE 

Title/Position:
Leadership Program Staff
 

Reports to:
Leadership Director  

Location:
Camp Harbor View, Long Island, Boston MA (ferry transportation provided) 

Hours:

Seasonal, Full-Time; June 18th- August 21st; 8:15 am to 4:45 pm 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Lead middle school-aged youth in leadership programming; 

Assist with the development of a variety of developmentally appropriate activities on the challenge course and initiatives field, focusing on activities and games that encourage teamwork and leadership and teach problem solving and critical thinking skills for middle school-aged youth;
 

Assist with the supervision and positive behavior guidance of campers participating in programming at leadership and across the camp community, including, but not limited to, performances, lunch, and the ferry;
 

Coach and  mentor high school-aged youth in the Leader in Training (LIT) program, regularly communicating with the Leadership Director and LIT staff regarding the LIT’s job performance; 

Assist with the initial and end of summer inventory and security and maintenance of materials, equipment, and other resources belonging to the leadership program area;
 

Assist with the maintenance and cleanliness of the leadership program areas; and 

Other duties that support the Camp Harbor View community as specified by the Leadership Director and year-round leadership.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

18+ years of age;
 

Working toward a BA or BS in related field preferred, equivalent experience considered;
 

Experience developing and delivering leadership programs for youth;
 

Interest in and knowledge of trends in leadership programming, techniques and theory, and utilization of technology in the leadership fields;
 

Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
 

At least 1 month of experience working with youth;
 

Ability to supervise and teach middle school-aged youth;
 

Ability to work with youth and families from a variety of backgrounds; and  

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.