What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Camp Counselor position at Workhouse Arts Center?
Application
Spring and Summer
2025
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WELCOME TO WORKHOUSE ARTS
The Workhouse Arts Center is now accepting applications for Camp Staff 2025! Are you
looking for employment during Spring Break or Summer 2025? Do you love art and working with
youth? If you answered, “YES”, then the Youth Arts Camp program might be right for you. We are
searching for enthusiastic Camp Counselors to dedicate their days to groups of campers. Camp
Counselors are role models who assist and encourage campers to learn new skills, overcome
issues, and develop their creative ideas!
This year, we are hosting Spring, Summer and Day Camps for youths aged 6-16. Our
courses will cover Visual Art mediums such as painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, and
glass, Music & Dance track featuring vocals and instruments and Theater programs featuring
playwriting, set design, directing and performing. As Camp Staff you have the opportunity to
assist Professional Artists and contribute to the education of young artists. Our camps take place
from 9 am – 4 pm, with extended care for each camp session.
C amp Dates
Spring Break Camp 2025: April 14 – April 18, 2025
Summer Camp 2025: June 16 – August 15, 2025
Session A: June 16 – June 20
Session B: June 23 – June 27
Session C: June 30 – July 3 (No Camp July 4)
Session D: July 7 – July 11
Session E: July 14 – July 18
Session F: July 21 – July 25
Session G: July 28 – August 1
Session H: August 4 – August 8
Session I: August 11 – August 15
Applications Due by: March 31, 2025
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EDUCATION PROGRAM CONTACTS
• Ranjit Sidhu, Director of Education
o 703-584-2971 | ranjitsidhui@workhousearts.org
- Connor Daugherty, Education Coordinator
o 703-584-2971 | connordaugherty@workhousearts.org
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
L ead Camp Counselor
The Workhouse Lead Camp Counselor must be patient, encouraging, and exemplify leadership to
guide both their peers and campers. The Lead Camp Counselor will be responsible for managing
7-10 counselors per session, working with the Camp Coordinator. The Lead Camp Counselor is
expected to be on site from Monday-Friday, 8:30-5 pm for their assigned session dates, in
addition to the occasional pre-and post-camp care. The Lead Camp Counselor may have an
interest in either Visual Arts or Theater Arts, but previous leadership experience is required.
Qualifications, Experience, and Education Requirements
- Counselors must be 18 & older. College-age students that have a background/experience
- Access to reliable transportation and must be able to arrive on time or early.
- Must be American Red Cross certified, or CPR/First Aid trained by the first day of camp.
- Must pass criminal background check.
- Must be able to attend pre-camp training and at least One Full Week Camp.
Compensation
- $14-15/ hour
Interested candidates should complete the Application for Employment on page 5 and submit it
to camps@workhousearts.org along with a resume and cover letter
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YOUTH ARTS CAMP | APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT
Please answer all questions. Resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.
I UNDERSTAND THAT NEITHER THIS APPLICATION NOR ANY COMMUNICATION BY A MANAGEMENT REPRESENTATIVE IS
INTENDED TO CREATE OR DOES CREATE A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT, OFFER, OR PROMISE OF EMPLOYMENT FOR A
DEFINITE TERM. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT IF HIRED BY THE COMPANY, EMPLOYMENT IS ON AN AT-WILL BASIS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW. THIS MEANS THE COMPANY IS FREE TO TERMINATE MY EMPLOYMENT AT ANY TIME,
WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE OR ADVANCE NOTICE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW, AND THE ACCEPTANCE OF
EMPLOYMENT IS NOT A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT FOR ANY SPECIFIED TIME, SIMILARLY, I AM FREE TO TERMINATE
MY EMPLOYMENT WITH THE COMPANY AT ANY TIME FOR ANY REASON. THIS AT-WILL PROVISION MAY BE MODIFIED OR
WAIVED ONLY IN A WRITTEN AGREEMENT SIGNED BY AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF THE COMPANY AND ME. I
AGREE TO CONFORM TO THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE COMPANY AND I UDERSTAND THAT THE COMPANY HAS
COMPLETE DISCRETION TO MODIFY SUCH RULES AND REGULATIONS AT ANY TIME EXCEPT THAT IT WILL NOT MODIFY
ITS POLICY OF EMPLOYMENT AT-WILL OR ITS ARBITRATION POLICY, IF ANY.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications are considered for positions without
regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other consideration
made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Name:
Position Applied For:
Email Address:
Contact Number: ( ) ___-____
Address:
Desired Salary/ Hourly Rate: _____
Type of employment desired? Full Time: ____
Part Time (please specify):______
Are you American Red Cross Certified or CPR/ First Aid Trained? Yes: ___ No: ___
If NO, are you planning to be American Red Cross Certified or CPR/ First Aid Trained?
Yes: ___ No: ___
Have you previously applied for employment with this Company?
Yes: ___ No: ___ If YES, when, and where did you apply?
Have you ever been employed by this Company? Yes: _____ No: ______
If YES, provide dates for employment, location, and reason for separation from
employment.
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- Note: These sections may be supplemented with a resume and/or cover letter
sent to camps@workhousearts.org
EDUCATION
Please list your education history (include honors and awards in ‘Degree/Major’).
School Name and
Completed? # Of years Degree/
Education Location
completed Major
(City and State)
High School
College
Bus./Tech./Trade
or post College
REFERENCES
Please list the names of at least two work-related references we may contact. Individuals with no
prior work experience may list school or volunteer related references.
Name Occupation Company Relationship Contact Number
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Please explain why you feel you are a good fit for this position, your
background in the arts, and experience with children.
Please double-check your application before submitting. Please submit your completed
application to camps@workhousearts.org. You may also submit supporting materials,
such as a resume or digital portfolio.
Salary : $14 - $15
