Overview
Are you seeking a summer of meaningful work? Are you someone who has found the outdoors to be inspiring, working with kids to be impactful, and finding your community to be life-changing? Then you are the perfect fit for Avid4 Adventure!
We are hiring Aftercare Supervisors for our Day Camp programs to provide on-site management, mentorship, and instruction to our campers after the camp day ends. Our Aftercare Supervisors are seasoned childcare professionals who are trusted to care for our campers during pick up hours and ensure their wellness after a long day of programs.
Why Avid4 Adventure?
We were again voted by Outside Magazine as one of the 50 Best Places to Work.
We are the only summer camp in the world that is a Certified B Corp (Benefit Corporation).
We truly live by our Core Values.
We are committed to improving inclusion, diversity, justice, and equity both internally and in the outdoor industry as a whole. You can learn more about our JEDI commitments and progress here.
Benefits – Access to affordable health insurance, access to free gear, discounted pro deals on gear, professional development, public transportation reimbursement to/from camp, and more!
Compensation – Portland rates start at $20.25/hour but increase with additional experience and certifications. Learn more about our compensation and bonus structure here.
In this role you will:
Supervise campers by providing age-appropriate, after camp activities while maintaining a safety-oriented environment
Organize and participate in camp programming, ranging from games to arts & crafts.
Responsible for purchasing weekly aftercare program supplies and snacks (budget will be given based on camp size)
Follow and educate campers on safety protocols to ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants.
Communicate directly with parents when they arrive for pick up.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age by the start of camp
Must have a minimum of 460 verifiable hours (approximately 3 months full-time) of childcare experience to meet Child Care Licensing requirements
Minimum of Basic First Aid & CPR certification by the start of camp (and we can point you in the right direction to get this done)
Required Skills:
Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 6:00pm (Plus one paid hour/week for supply shopping). Opportunity for additional hours substituting for our day camp programs.
Training begins June 11. Camps run May 19 through August 25.
About Avid4 Adventure
The mission of Avid4 Adventure is to provide kids and teens with the skills and confidence to choose active outdoor lifestyles. We transport campers to authentic local recreation areas and teach them to climb, bike, paddle, hike and thrive in the outdoors. More importantly, we teach kids and teens to assess risks, use sound judgment, and believe in their abilities. Through summer day camps, overnight camps, school programs, and events, Avid4 Adventure inspires thousands of kids and teens every year to lead active lifestyles.
