Group Leader / Instructor, Gold Camp University Village Albany(4128U), Recreation & Wellbeing - 7571

Group Leader / Instructor,

Gold Camp University Village Albany (4128U), Recreation &

Wellbeing - 7571 About

Berkeley

At the University of

California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community

where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of

openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for

students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading

institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research

excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to

equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have

driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and

social value.

We are looking for applicants who

reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive,

equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social

justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding

Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic

Plan.

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning

is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive

colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff

organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to

feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We

actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff

employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to

engage in professional development activities. Find out more about

how you can grow your career at UC

Berkeley.

Departmental

Overview

UC Berkeley Youth

Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps) leads the way in providing

summer camps for kids of all ages. Located on the UC Berkeley

campus for more than 60 years, we offer high-caliber, impactful,

and fun camps.

Position

Summary

Camp Counselors, known as

Group Leaders and Instructors in our programs, provide instruction

and support to enrolled recreational youth participants as assigned

in a camp or interim recreational program

environment.

Group Leaders and Instructors are

further responsible for developing lesson plans that correspond

with assigned classes and activities, providing feedback to youth

participants, and supporting the upkeep of the recreational

facilities and outdoor spaces in support of providing a safe and

nurturing environment. Other program-related tasks may be assigned

as needed or

appropriate.

Application Review

Date

The First Review Date for

this job is : 02 / 05 / 2025. This is an ongoing hiring process with

multiple positions available. Applications will be regularly

assessed, and hiring will occur at various points throughout the

year. The job listing will remain open for as long as applications

are

accepted.

Responsibilities

PROGRAM

INSTRUCTION & FACILITATION

Teach

age-appropriate skills and activities in a progressive sequence

and / or assist with leading activities as assigned by

supervisor.

Prepare and submit a specific

lesson plan or activity for each activity session; plan progressive

lessons with any co-counselors based on campers' ages and skill

levels.

Run organized and well-executed classes

where there is maximum opportunity for participation in diverse

activities that are creative and

engaging.

Actively participate and engage with

all campers.

Connect the camp values and life

skills to the activities in a developmentally appropriate

manner

Promote theme days or group traditions

to help campers feel

united.

MISCELLANEOUS

Provide

general supervision, risk management, and downtime activities for

youth participants.

Develop age appropriate

relationships with campers and identify and meet individual

campers' needs.

Help campers leave their

comfort zones and take healthy risks while improving knowledge and

skill.

Account for all campers, take attendance

regularly and follow check-in / out

procedures.

Walk campers safely between

locations and supervise on water / bathroom

breaks.

Assist campers with belongings, lost

and found, sunscreen / water, trash pick-up,

etc.

Assist and guide campers in resolving

their own problems and step-in only when

necessary.

PROGRAM INSTRUCTION &

FACILITATION

Teach age-appropriate

skills and activities in a progressive sequence and / or assist with

leading activities as assigned by

supervisor.

Prepare and submit a specific

lesson plan or activity for each activity session; plan progressive

lessons with any co-counselors based on campers' ages and skill

levels.

Run organized and well-executed classes

where there is maximum opportunity for participation in diverse

activities that are creative and

engaging.

Actively participate and engage with

all campers.

Connect the camp values and life

skills to the activities in a developmentally appropriate

manner.

Promote theme days or group traditions

to help campers feel

united.

MISCELLANEOUS

Supervise

and coach junior staff and CILTs working in your area, providing

direction and feedback if necessary.

Motivate

campers and junior staff to enthusiastically participate in all

activities.

Provide summer camp instruction to

children (ages 5 - 16) in one or more of the following areas :

archery, arts and crafts, badminton, baseball, basketball, card

games, chess, dance, dance (hip hop), drama, field hockey,

football, Frisbee, golf, in-line hockey, lacrosse, leadership,

magic, motor fitness, music, nature studies, rugby, self- defense,

skateboarding, soccer, softball, table tennis, Taekwondo, tennis,

track and field, volleyball, and yoga.

Maintain

a supportive environment for program participants and facilitate

involvement.

Required

Qualifications

Service

orientation, judgement and decision-making, critical thinking,

develop original ideas, creative problem-solving

skills.

Verbal and written communication skills

in the English language, active listening, critical thinking,

multi-tasking, time management skills, and dynamic flexibility in

adapting to the needs of clients.

Ability to

exercise independent sound judgment and employ reasoning

skills.

Client service minded, entrepreneurial

spirit and creative thinking skills.

Basic

skills in computer programs relevant to job

duties.

Knowledge of and / or can quickly learn

campus policies and procedures.

High School

Diploma and / or equivalent

experience / training.

Preferred

Qualifications

Some

college or Associate Degree and / or Bachelor's

Degree.

Certification to instruct in the

applicable recreational sports program or equivalent

experience.

Standard First Aid Training

Certification.

Salary

& Benefits

For information on

the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University,

please visit the University of California's Compensation &

Benefits website.

Under California law, the

University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a

reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and

should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job

announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of

factors that are considered in making compensation decisions

including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge,

abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of

internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is

not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the

top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based

on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University

reasonably expects to pay for this position is $20.50 -

$21.25.

How to

Apply

To apply, please

submit your resume and cover

letter.

Other

Information

This

recruitment has 15 openings.

Conviction History

Background

This is a designated

position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the

nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with

conviction histories and reviews information received in the

context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the

right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of

the background check.

Mandated

Reporter

This position has been

identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed

or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or

elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We

reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of

signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated

Reporter.

SB 791 and AB 810

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of

employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of

employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject

to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last

• seven years determining that they committed any misconduct;

received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of

any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving

misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of

allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or

disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an

appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous

employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of

the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous

place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of

policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or

other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical

conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's

policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC

Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC

Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in

the Workplace

Equal Employment

Opportunity

U.S. Equal Employment

Opportunity Commission poster.

The University of

California's Affirmative action policy.

The

University of California's Anti-Discrimination

policy.

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