Camp Cloverleaf Summer Camp

Job No

537812

Part Time

Highlands

Recreation/Event Services, Early childhood education/Childcare

- AG-4-H YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

OPS - Sponsored Projects Non-Clerical

• Weekly pay, plus meals and housing during summer camp (air-conditioned housing and buildings)
• Internship credit available
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification and lifeguard certification
• Gain leadership, communication, and other various work skills to apply to all career fields; 100% of summer camp staff reported to gain leadership skills and experience they can use in future careers
• Spend your summer on Lake Francis in south central Florida and enjoy nature, S.T.E.A.M., and camp activities like campfires, crafts, and rec games all summer long

• Be the primary caregiver to campers' social, emotional, and physical needs
• Supervise youth aged 6-16 day and/or night and guide them around camp in accordance with their daily schedule
• Support instructors during hands-on activities and assist in behavior management throughout the day and night
• Oversee and manage cabin cleanliness, conduct a daily cabin inspection, and report any repairs that need to be made to the Assistant Camp Director
• Contribute to and work during evening programs
• Lead group recreational activities
• Help with housekeeping responsibilities
• Attend and actively participate in all staff trainings and meetings
• Work cohesively with fellow team members
• Set a positive example for all participants, including cleanliness, punctuality, language, sportsmanship, and respect
• Follow all camp rules and regulations, including those of appropriate attire and no smoking, vaping, or use of alcohol or illegal drugs
• Encourage and show respect of personal property, camp equipment, and facilities
• Appropriately communicate issues as they arise to the Camp Directors
• Assist in other duties as assigned by the Camp Director and Assistant Director

$15/hour, plus room and board during summer camp

• Desire and ability to work with youth and adults in a camp setting
• Attend paid staff training, consisting of hands-on, in-depth training in youth development and supervision, behavior management, the experiential learning process, and other tools for a successful program
• Ability to accept and adapt to guidance and supervision
• Must be willing to obtain American Red Cross certification in CPR/FA/AED
• Background screenings are required At least 18 years of age by start date

• Driver's License
• American Red Cross certification in CPR/FA/AED
• Experience working with youth in a supervisory capacity
• Experience exhibiting responsibility and reliability

• Meals are provided during camp events
• On-site lodging provided as available Aug-May, and full lodging available during summer camp season
• Camp staff work schedule will depend upon the programs they are helping with, which can include weekend and/or weekday work activities. Summer camp programs are typically Mon-Fri, with 24-48 hours off on weekends.
• Interviews for these positions will be via Zoom. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted via email with additional details.
• Hiring will be on a rolling basis, as programs happen throughout the year, with summer needing the highest number of staff. From Sept - May, work will depend upon the education and rental groups that have booked programs. Summer camp training and programs run from mid-May through the end of July.

01 May 2026

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