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**Open Date** 03/20/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN15716N

**Job Title** Classroom Assistant

**Working Title** PATHS Camp Assistant

**Job Grade** A

**FLSA Code** Nonexempt

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Type** Non Benefited Staff / Student

**Temporary?** Yes

**Standard Hours per Week** 20

**Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time

**Shift** Variable

Work Schedule Summary

Start Date: May 16, 2025

End Date: July 31, 2025

* Mandatory Team Training: Friday, May 16 – Saturday, May 31

* Day Camps: Monday, June 2 – Friday, June 27

* Residential Camps: Monday, June 30 – Friday, July 25

* Team and Individual Debriefing: Monday, July 28 – Thursday, July 31

**Is this a work study job?** No

**VP Area** President

**Department** 02203 - Youth & Personal Enrichment

**Location** Campus

**City** Salt Lake City, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** 15.00/hr

**Close Date** 06/20/2025

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Youth Education is seeking passionate individuals to join the team as a PATHS Camp Assistant. The PATHS Program prepares prospective first-generation high school students to achieve their full potential and pursue higher education.

PATHS Camp Assistant will assist with the administration of camp activities. They may also supervise and ensure the safety of students during camp, teach and lead program curriculum, develop and coordinate enrichment activities, supervise during overnight stays, and act as positive role models. Applicants must pass applicable background checks in order to be hired.

Camp Assistant will be contracted on a temporary basis from May 16, 2025 through July 31, 2025. They will not be scheduled to work on weekends or holidays.

* Mandatory Team Training: Friday, May 16 to Friday, May 30

* Day Camps: Monday, June 2 – Friday, June 27

* Residential Camps: Monday, June 30 – Friday, July 25

* Team and Individual Debriefing: Monday, July 29 – Wednesday, July 31

Camp Assistant will work approximately 20 hours per week excluding weekends during both day and residential camps. Shifts may vary depending on programming needs and are subject to change.

* Camp Assistant will be required to complete 2 weeks of training prior to the start of camp.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in program administration and supervision of students during activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended outcomes.

a. Assures students are properly supervised at all times.

b. Applies basic youth development principles such as relationship development, respect, involvement, and empowerment of youth while working with students.

c. Be aware of and enforce program policies and procedures.

2. Assist with and implement activities for students in accordance with the program mission.

a. Support camp counselors during week-long camps.

3. Maintain high standards of health and safety.

a. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.

b. Be alert to students and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with camp director when appropriate.

c. Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure proper utilization, care, and maintenance is adhered to; report necessary repairs promptly to camp director.

4. Be a role model to students and staff in your attitude and behavior.

a. Set a good example for students and others including cleanliness, punctuality, personal language, appearance, health habits, sportsmanship, and manners.

b. Provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns.

5. Represent PATHS when interacting with parents, University of Utah staff/faculty/students, and community members.

a. Provide participant guardians appropriate feedback and information as needed for their students to have a successful camp experience.

b. Adhere to program policies and procedures when students are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp.

Minimum Qualifications

This is an entry-level position. Training will be provided. Must demonstrate an interest in learning about child development and guidance; a willingness to take direction from the assigned teacher; willing to obtain a food handlers permit, TB test, Bureau of Criminal Investigation ( BCI ) background check, first aid training are required. Demonstrated human relation and effective human relations skills are also required.

Preferences

* Have a valid driver’s license

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.