Job Summary

The Summer Camp Aide supports the Summer Camp Director and Assistant Director in creating a safe, faith-filled, and engaging summer experience for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Aides help lead daily activities, supervise campers, and contribute to a positive, energetic environment that reflects the mission of St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Director and Assistant Director with daily camp programming and activity execution.
• Lead or support small groups of campers during games, crafts, enrichment activities, and free play.
• Actively engage with campers by participating in activities, encouraging inclusion, and modeling positive behavior.
• Help prepare, set up, and clean up activities and common areas throughout the day.
• Supervise campers to ensure safety and well-being, following all established safety and behavior guidelines.
• Support consistent behavior expectations and communicate concerns to camp leadership.
• Assist with transitions between activities, meals, outdoor play, and field trips.
• Help maintain attendance records and assist with camper check-in and check-out procedures.
• Respond appropriately to minor incidents and report injuries, conflicts, or emergencies to leadership.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating kindness, responsibility, teamwork, and enthusiasm.
• Promote a respectful, welcoming environment aligned with the mission and values of St. Joseph Manchester and the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Requirements

• Experience working with children preferred, including camp, babysitting, volunteering, childcare, education, or youth ministry.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, follow direction, and maintain professionalism.
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and enthusiasm for working with children.
• Ability to remain patient, flexible, and calm in a busy, high-energy setting.
• Minimum age requirement: 16 years old.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Completion of and ongoing compliance with the Archdiocese of St. Louis Safe Environment Program, including Protecting God’s Children training and required background screening (age-dependent).