• Effectively teach swimming skills and water safety to children in a progressive sequence
• Run organized and well-executed classes
• Incorporate diverse and fun activities into lessons
• Assess participant swimming skills for appropriate level placement and for completing progress reports
• Interact with every child in the class for each lesson, avoid playing favorites

• Maintain a safe class atmosphere and keep constant watch over participants
• Follow check-in/out procedures
• Walk children safely between meeting location and pool, monitor locker room changes when applicable
• Demonstrate good judgement
• Resolve disciplinary problems appropriately, complete Incident Reports as needed

• Demonstrate responsibility in regard to work schedule, meetings, & trainings
• Demonstrate responsibility toward equipment, e.g. clipboard, pool toys, pool covers and supplies (keep in order, well maintained, and return to their proper location)
• Complete and submit paperwork accurately and on time (course record sheets, progress reports, attendance, timesheets, lesson plans, etc.)
• Maintain and submit copy of current certifications as listed in the job description
• Follow all aquatic program, pool facility, camp, and emergency policies & procedures

• Dress in appropriate and well-maintained attire/uniform while instructing. Instructors are required to purchase their own navy blue one-piece or two-piece workout swimsuit.
• Maintain a positive attitude while working, help wherever needed, work well with co-workers
• Display good customer service skills, especially with the public, parents, and recreational swimmers
• Accept feedback and make necessary corrections
• Display appropriate behavior (action and language) around campers, parents, and staff
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as requested by supervisor

• American Red Cross First Aid – required
• American Red Cross CPR and AED for Adult and Child – required
• Ability to work and relate well with children (ages 6 months -18 years old)

• Supervise and evaluate swim staff working in specified program. Provide written evaluations on all staff.
• Organize, implement, and document training program including bi-weekly staff meetings.
• Assist Director to ensure staff have current required certifications and provide trainings as needed.
• As directed by supervisor, schedule staff and secure substitutes for swim lesson programs.
• Ensure staff are following stated CYOP policies and procedures and providing safe, fun swim lessons. Provide corrective feedback and discipline if necessary.

• Provide general supervision (including in locker room) and downtime activities for all campers in his/her care
• Account for all campers, take attendance regularly, and follow check-in/out procedures
• Walk children safely between locations and on water/bathroom breaks
• Assist campers with belongings, lost and found, sunscreen/water, trash pick-up, etc.
• Resolve disciplinary problems appropriately, complete Incident Reports as needed
• Demonstrate good judgment

• Prepare for swim lesson programs (i.e. facilities, equipment, rosters, lifeguard). Provide on-deck supervision.
• Supervise, organize, and execute swim lessons, including: assigning children to levels, staffing assignments, parent orientation & check-in. Manage locker room swim changes with Camp Coordinator.
• Establish regular and open communication with on-site Camp Coordinators, CYOP Directors, Weekend Supervisor, etc.
• Administer first aid as needed and in accordance with set procedures.
• Evaluate existing programs and logistics on an ongoing basis and develop methods to improve program and service delivery.
• Ensure staff have safe and appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Develop and manage a system to return lost and found.

• Displays appropriate behavior (action and language) around participants, campers, parents, and staff.
• Follows all policies and procedures including wearing camp uniform and following agreed upon work schedule.
• Demonstrates good judgment.
• Maintains current certifications: LGT, CPR/FPR.
• Fills in for Strawberry Canyon staff or receptionists as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks as requested by supervisor.

• Develop, interpret, implement, evaluate, and document a plan of care for patients (children and adults) consistent with University Health Service (UHS) and CYOP policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Establish a priority of care for patients and treat accordingly.
• When appropriate and if patients are able, encourage patients to rejoin classes or group.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and concern during all patient interactions.
• Recognize symptoms and diagnostic test results that deviate from normal. Follow through on abnormal findings in a timely manner using appropriate resources.
• Provide emergency first aid and health care utilizing EMT/paramedic skills and protocols as needed. Direct or assist staff in the implementation of emergency or health care procedures.
• Provide counseling to and interaction with participants regarding health care and other issues.

• Document assessments and interventions clearly, accurately, promptly, and concisely. Document accidents, incidents, or health issues as appropriate. Process Accident Reports, Incidents Reports, Child Abuse forms when needed.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and sensitivity in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Refer program and administrative questions to appropriate supervisor.
• Follow and implement CYOP and University policies and procedures, services, and locations.
• Follow CYOP and the State of California procedures in Mandated Reporting laws regarding child abuse.
• Provide input into accident prevention including: facilities, equipment, supervision, activities, and other environmental factors. Assist with the development and implementation of emergency/disaster plan for assigned facility.

• Notify Camp Coordinator regarding status of camp participants receiving treatment. Work with Camp Coordinator in communicating to parents and physicians medical conditions or health issues, and making recommendations on sending camp participant home or transporting to another health care facility.
• Follow CYOP procedures and complete appropriate forms (EMT Pass, check-out) for monitoring the whereabouts of children (i.e. checking in and out of children to/from classes or from camp, informing staff when a child is at the EMT’s office or sent home).
• Organize and prioritize workload in keeping with CYOP, UHS, and University standards.
• Work efficiently and provide balanced care to patients in a busy and hectic environment.
• Demonstrate understanding and consistently follow Universal Precautions.
• Assist with the development, training, and implementation of Bloodborne Pathogen and Infection Control.
• Demonstrate a positive, constructive attitude that facilitates achieving both patient care and CYOP goals and objectives. Demonstrate good judgment.
• Follow agreed upon work schedule, and find substitutes from approved list.

• Monitor camp office as needed. Assist and direct parents, answer questions, disseminate CYOP program information, answer phones, data entry, file, equipment inventory, etc.
• Manage first aid supplies. Inventory, secure, and notify supervisor of supplies needed.
• Supervise children as required and fill in for staff as needed.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Maintain current required certifications (CPR, AED, First Aid, NREMT).
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as requested by Director, Coordinators, or Program Assistant.

• High level of experience and comfort leading youth ages 8-17 years old.
• Proven ability to facilitate exciting activities in spaces with minimal structure.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role.
• Previous experience with leading team building and/or ropes course activities.
• CPR and First Aid – or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment.
• Ability to impart knowledge through predesigned curriculum while on course.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• Bonus points for previous experience as a belayer.

• High level of experience and comfort in high-wind dinghy sailing and sailing instruction.
• US Sailing Instructor Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating powerboats, US Powerboating Certification or experience equivalent required. Experience using powerboats for instruction preferred.
• Previous experience leading sailing classes for youth.
• Familiarity with San Francisco Bay and the South Sailing Basin at the Berkeley Marina.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role.
• CPR and First Aid – or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment.
• Competence, experience, and skill with respect to the use of small motor boats as teaching aids and rescue craft.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual.

• Experience and comfort in Sea Kayaking and Stand Up Paddleboarding instruction.
• Experience leading instructional Sea Kayaking/SUP classes and/or remote trips for youth.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role.
• Familiarity with San Francisco Bay and the South Sailing Basin at the Berkeley Marina is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid – or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment.
• Ability to impart knowledge through pre-designed curriculum while on course.
• Well organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual.

• High level of experience and comfort in high-wind dinghy sailing and sailing instruction.
• US Sailing Instructor Certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating powerboats, US Powerboating Certification or experience equivalent required. Experience using powerboats for instruction preferred.
• Previous experience leading sailing classes for youth.
• Familiarity with San Francisco Bay and the South Sailing Basin at the Berkeley Marina is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role.
• CPR and First Aid – or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment.
• Well organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual.
• Valid California Driver's License.

• Experience and comfort in top rope climbing instruction.
• Previous experience setting up a top rope climbing system.
• Experience leading instructional climbing classes for youth.
• Experience with climbing culture like slack lining, rappelling, ropes course facilitation and team building activities preferred.
• Thorough understanding of climbing equipment, proper use, and maintenance, including ropes, ATC and Figure 8 belay devices, harnesses, and helmets.
• Demonstrated experience serving in a leadership role.
• CPR and First Aid – or the ability to attain these certifications by the first day of employment.
• Competence, Experience, and Skill with respect to the use of small motor boats as teaching aids and rescue craft.
• Well-organized, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and mature individual.

• Teach assigned skill courses as scheduled by the Youth Program Manager.
• Use efficient risk management to monitor the environment where the activity is taking place.
• Periodic equipment inspections and minor repairs.
• Enforce equipment organization and care among staff and students.
• Facilitate the increase of knowledge about the natural environment, experiential education theory and practices, people management issues, weather, and equipment care.
• Serve as a representative of Cal Adventures to students and other relevant organizations and individuals.
• Other projects as assigned.

We will review your application and notify you by the email address you provided on your application if we select you for an in-person interview. Phone or Skype interviews are available for those out of the area. Interviews begin in early December and applications will be accepted until positions are filled. We finish our main hiring in May but do hire all summer, even in early August. Applicants who do not meet minimum requirements will be promptly notified. All other applications will be kept on file until interviews are completed.

Those applying for swim instructor, EMT/paramedic, and wilderness positions must submit copies of current certifications (front and back). Camp Staff positions recommend active First Aid, CPR and AED (For Adult/Child) certifications.

While certain positions require specific certifications, all summer staff are strongly encouraged to have current certifications in Standard First Aid, CPR/AED (adult & child). This policy does not apply to Junior Counselors (JCs) and Counselors In Training (CITS), although we encourage you to become certified for your own knowledge and development.

Your certifications must be valid for the entire period of employment. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. (American Red Cross and American Heart Association CPR with AED and FIRST AID certifications are valid for 2 years.)

Present your current certifications to the Staff Coordinator before the first session of camp to maintain your hourly pay rate, otherwise, pay rate is decreased $1 per hour (or to minimum wage). If you begin work after the first session, please provide certifications no later than your 7th day of work.

Acceptable Agencies for CPR, First Aid and AED

The American Camp Association website details all the certifying bodies/organizations that meet our standards for CPR with AED & Standard First Aid. Although you do not have to obtain your certifications directly from one of the organizations listed below, the training facility you select must be affiliated with one of the aforementioned organizations.

Please note: courses conducted online are not accepted.

Additional Classes

Anna Griffin Classes: CPR/AED for Child and Adult + Standard First Aid Class

To find other agencies that offer classes, we recommend searching the internet or calling the Bay Area American Red Cross for dates and times of classes.