Summer Youth Support Specialist

Summer Youth Support Specialist (Part time approximately 20-30 hours per week, starting wage $14 & hour)

BASE is looking for part time Summer Youth Support Specialists to work our 2025 Summer Camp! Flexible scheduling and hours between 7:30am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday. Most staff members work 3-5 days per week depending on availability.

This position will work with school aged youth (7 -13) with rotating between a wide variety programming areas and events. Responsibilities include planning, implementing, supervising and evaluating activities and programs, providing general supervision and having fun with kids! This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in working with kids in their future careers to gain valuable experience and build their resume.

KEY ROLES:

Program Planning

• The Summer Youth Support Specialist (SYSS) will assist in planning, organizing and facilitating youth programs and activities.
• Programs should incorporate educational components and facilitate the achievement of the Youth Development Outcomes.
• A range of programs should be available to appeal to all ages, genders and cultural backgrounds.
• The SYSS will assist in developing weekly and monthly program plans, and will personally and with Summer Program Coordinator, Summer Coordinator, Director of Operations, and/or Executive Director, evaluate the programs that he/she is implementing on a regular basis. The programs should follow the weekly theme in a creative manner.
• The SYSS will respect and meet all program deadlines set by the Summer Program Coordinator, Summer Coordinator, Director of Operations and/or Executive Director.

Safe & Positive BASE Site Environment

• The Summer Youth Support Specialist (SYSS) must ensure a respectful, responsible, safe, and positive BASE environment for all BASE kids at all times. This includes programs that the SYSS is running as well as the surrounding visible areas and any other area within the SYSS’s range of senses.
• The SYSS should ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and that it is being used in its intended manner.
• The SYSS will show a positive and inspirational attitude at BASE for staff, BASE kids, parents and families, and community members.

Program Implementation

• The Summer Youth Support Specialist (SYSS) is personally involved in programming and demonstrates high levels of enthusiasm towards BASE kids and visitors while encouraging participation.
• The SYSS should constantly praise BASE kids for good efforts and provide constructive feedback to ensure they get the most out of every experience.

Member Support

• The Summer Youth Support Specialist (SYSS) provides guidance to all BASE kids.
• The SYSS must be able to recognize challenging situations and have the ability to assess and diffuse the situations appropriately or seek assistance from the Summer Coordinator or Director of Operations.
• The SYSS will assist with one-on-one sessions with BASE kids for problem solving and conflict resolution when required.
• The SYSS should always be conscious to encourage positive values and ethical behaviors. The SYSS should strive to model these values and behaviors not only while working at BASE but outside of BASE as well.

Administration

• The Summer Youth Support Specialist (SYSS) will adhere to the BASE systems of data collection and record keeping.
• The SYSS will be consistent with the safety reporting systems and guidelines.
• The SYSS will adhere to the BASE Social Media Policy and all BASE Policies & Procedures.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE RECOMMENDED:

• High school diploma or GED/18 years old
• If still in high school, must be a junior or senior
• First Aid and CPR Certifications
• Experience working with youth
• Basic problem solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Valid State Driver's License preferred
• Mandatory Reporting Webinar completion certificate

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14