River Camp Junior Leaders
Come spend part of your summer as a volunteer, where you'll gain experience with campers, build friendships, learn leadership skills, and explore and enjoy the San Joaquin River!
The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust is looking for energetic, fun-loving high school students who are interested in developing their leadership and communication skills as well as gaining experience working with younger children.
Junior Leaders are a necessary piece of the River Camp puzzle! Junior Leaders assist River Camp Staff in leading a variety of activities each day including arts and crafts, swimming, canoeing, games, and songs. They act as role models for the campers, demonstrating a spirit of respect for the environment, cooperation with camp rules and guidelines, and willingness to work and play with everyone at River Camp. The Junior Leaders program includes the opportunity for teens to participate in team-building and leadership activities with their peers during the one-week camp session. Ages: Entering 9th through 12th grades *Junior Leaders are considered volunteers. High School youth ages 16 and up are eligible to apply for paid counselor positions. More information is available on the River Parkway Trust's Work With Us webpage.
The San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust is looking for energetic, fun-loving high school students who are interested in developing their leadership and communication skills as well as gaining experience working with younger children.
Junior Leaders are a necessary piece of the River Camp puzzle! Junior Leaders assist River Camp Staff in leading a variety of activities each day including arts and crafts, swimming, canoeing, games, and songs. They act as role models for the campers, demonstrating a spirit of respect for the environment, cooperation with camp rules and guidelines, and willingness to work and play with everyone at River Camp. The Junior Leaders program includes the opportunity for teens to participate in team-building and leadership activities with their peers during the one-week camp session. Ages: Entering 9th through 12th grades *Junior Leaders are considered volunteers. High School youth ages 16 and up are eligible to apply for paid counselor positions. More information is available on the River Parkway Trust's Work With Us webpage.
Each Junior Leader is assigned to a specific group, and works with them throughout the week. Junior Leaders also act as 'couselors for a day,' and step into the role of leader for at least one day of camp.
Time: Approximately 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, M-F; see session information for details
Cost: Minimum $10.00 per session
Time: Approximately 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, M-F; see session information for details
Cost: Minimum $10.00 per session
Each week a few Junior Leaders assist with the Young Explorers pre-k program at the River Center. Junior Leaders assist counselors with a specific smaller group of Young Explorers and take the lead on a variety of activities throughout the week. As the Young Explorer's program only runs 9:00 am- 12:00 pm, this program is great for those Junior Leaders with afternoon engagements (sports camps, etc.).
Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, M-F
Cost: Minimum $10.00 per session
Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm, M-F
Cost: Minimum $10.00 per session
To Apply:
Applications for the Junior Leader Program open on February 1st for River Parkway Trust members and March 1st for the general public. All applications are due by 5:00 pm on May 1st. Completion of this application does not guarantee admission into the Junior Leader program. There is no cost to complete the application. Upon completing the Junior Leader Application, you will be able to choose and register for your sessions, limit 3 per applicant.
Cost: $10/session fee minimum, non-refundable fee covers registration and t-shirt for the session. During registration you will have the option to choose how much to pay beyond the $10 minimum fee.
New Applicants: During the process, you will answer a few questions about yourself and your program preferences and will be prompted to provide e-mail addresses for 2 references who will be sent a reference form to complete on your behalf. Ideas for references include teachers, guidance counselors, adults for whom you've babysat or otherwise spent time with their children, coaches, or other adult figures to whom you are not related. After submitting your completed application you will be contacted to schedule a brief, 15-minute interview with a Leadership Team staff member as the final portion of the application process.
Return Applicants: During the process, you will answer a few questions about your previous experiences at River Camp and why you wish to return. You do not need to submit references or participate in an interview.
For questions regarding the Junior Leader program, contact rivercamp@riverparkway.org or (559) 248-8480 ext. 157.
New Applicants: During the process, you will answer a few questions about yourself and your program preferences and will be prompted to provide e-mail addresses for 2 references who will be sent a reference form to complete on your behalf. Ideas for references include teachers, guidance counselors, adults for whom you've babysat or otherwise spent time with their children, coaches, or other adult figures to whom you are not related. After submitting your completed application you will be contacted to schedule a brief, 15-minute interview with a Leadership Team staff member as the final portion of the application process.
Return Applicants: During the process, you will answer a few questions about your previous experiences at River Camp and why you wish to return. You do not need to submit references or participate in an interview.
For questions regarding the Junior Leader program, contact rivercamp@riverparkway.org or (559) 248-8480 ext. 157.
Membership Benefits:
Benefits include early access to registration beginning on February 1st and reduced fees for River Parkway Trust members at the $100 membership level or higher. You can become a member online. If you're a member and haven't received your code, please contact (559) 248-8480. A DISCOUNT CODE MUST BE ENTERED DURING REGISTRATION; DISCOUNTS WILL NOT BE RETROACTIVELY APPLIED.
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