SUMMER ADVENTURE CAMP LEAD APPLICATION (2024)

Role Overview

The LifeMoves Education team is looking for dynamic and enthusiastic Summer Camp Leads to manage LifeMoves Summer Adventure Camp, a summer day camp program for unhoused children ages 5-14 living in LifeMoves shelters. Summer Adventure Camp is an important component of LifeMoves’ model of comprehensive supportive services and its mission to help families break the cycle of homelessness and return to self-sufficiency. Camp supports each child’s growth and education, while allowing parents to focus on securing work and permanent housing. Activities and field trips are organized around weekly themes—such as outer space, sports, environmental sustainability, technology, and art—for a fun and educational experience.

Program Logistics

Location: This is an in-person volunteer opportunity. Camp Leads will be at one of our family shelters, which are located throughout the Bay Area in Menlo Park, San Mateo, Daly City, or San Jose.

Time Commitment: 7 Weeks

Dates: June 20th - August 9th

Orientation and Training: June 20th - June 28th

Orientation (June 20th)
Summer Camp Deep Dive Training (June 21st - June 28th)
Summer Adventure Camp: July 1st - August 2nd

Camp runs from Monday through Wednesday (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Monday-Wednesday: On-Site Camp Days
Friday: Optional Weekly Virtual Check-in at 11:00 AM/Team Bonding Opportunities
Camp Debriefs, Deconstruction Process, and Data Collection: August 5th - August 9th

Compensation: Unpaid, Volunteer

Supervisors: Children's Services Coordinator, Director of Education, and Education Initiatives Manager

Please read and acknowledge that you understand the Summer Adventure Camp Lead Role Overview, Program Logistics, and Time Commitment.

I understand the above information as presented to me.

Camp Lead volunteering is a 7-week commitment. Are you able to commit to this requirement?

YesNo

Requirements, Responsibilities, Outcomes, and Camp Sites

Role Requirements & Preferred Skills

High School Seniors and College Students
Experience working with school-aged children
Leadership experience amongst peers
Creative planning and activity design, with excellent follow through
Must be able to follow COVID-19 safety protocols and procedures
Must be able to show proof of completed COVID-19 Vaccination
Diligent work ethic, positive attitude, and a desire to learn about LifeMoves’ mission of ending homelessness
Ability to enforce rules to keep children safe
Proactive self-starter, ability to work independently
Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with volunteers, donors, vendors, and clients

Role Responsibilities

Attend and complete LifeMoves Onboarding and Volunteer Lead Trainings
Manage a revolving staff of 5-15 high-school-aged volunteers on-site and on weekly field trips
Support Children's Services Coordinators in planning and overseeing activities that center on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) topics
Create a safe, engaging, and trauma-informed learning environment
Provide structure, guidance, and learning objectives for weekly field trips
Support Nutrition Interns in overseeing the organization and distribution of daily meal program
Respond quickly and calmly to any emergency or crisis at Summer Adventure Camp
Collect and submit daily attendance

Learning Outcomes

Leadership experience in managing all sides of a summer program for underserved populations
Experience designing and implementing programming for un-housed children
Insight into the needs of un-housed children and how adverse experiences impact long-term outcomes
Exposure to senior staff and the operations of a leading nonprofit organization
Networking opportunities for career development
CPR and crisis management training

Summer Camp Sites

This year, Summer Adventure Camp will be hosted at five locations:

Summer Camp @ Family Crossroads | Daly City
Summer Camp @ First Step for Families | San Mateo
Summer Camp @ Haven Family House | Menlo Park
Summer Camp San Jose #1 | Bierbach Park/Villa
Summer Camp San Jose #2 | TBD

Please read and acknowledge that you understand the Summer Adventure Camp Lead Requirements, Responsibilities, and Learning Outcomes.

I understand the above information as presented to me.

Are you at least 16 years or older?

YesNo

Which Summer Camp Site would you preferably like to be assigned? Note: We cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to your preferred camp.

Basic Info About You

First Name

Last Name

Date of Birth

Pronouns

Email Address

Phone Number

Phone Type

Mailing Street

City

State

Zip/Postal Code

School Name

Highest Grade Level Completed

Information on Your Parent/Emergency Contact

Parent/Contact First Name

Parent/Contact Last Name

What is their relationship to you?

Parent/Contact Email Address

Parent/Contact Phone Number

Phone Type

Tell Us A Little Bit About Yourself!

Do you reside in Santa Clara County or San Mateo County?

Do you have access to reliable, consistent transportation?

What activities and/or hobbies do you find fun and exciting?

Camp Leads will be given a Camp T-Shirt for their participation. What t-shirt size do you prefer?

Any comments or questions? Add them here!