Programs
Historically, programs at Holiday Lake have centered on outdoor activities. These include outdoor living skills, canoeing, high and low ropes course, forestry, nature and aquatics study, rifle safety, archery, and much more. Campers have been divided up into small groups and an array of themes has been followed throughout the week. Classes have been planned to make maximum use of the resources available at the Center. Youth from 17 counties and two cities in the central Virginia area use the Center. The average camp size is 250 participants per week.

Outdoor Education Instructors

Outdoor Education programs are offered to local schools and other youth organizations throughout the spring, fall, and winter seasons. Seasonal instructors are hired to staff these programs, teaching a wide variety of curriculum in the areas of environmental education, teambuilding, "At-Risk" youth programming, adventure education, and recreational activities. Training is provided; however, preference is given to those with documented experience in a related position. For more information or to apply, please contact the Program Director

Internships

Outdoor Education and Camp Interns are recruited each season. Internships will focus on the chosen field of the Intern (Outdoor Education, Camp, Adventure Programming, Adult Educational Programming, etc.) as well as requirements set forth by the student's educational institution. Training and experience will be offered in all areas of program and facility administration to enhance the Intern's experience and marketability post-graduation. A special project will be required of all Interns, to be determined by the intern and Intern Supervisor. Students seeking an internship as a requirement for their undergraduate degrees are encouraged to contact the Program Director for more information.

Teen Apprentice Program

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Summer Staff
Each year 12 seasonal staff members are hired for the summer camp season. The primary duties include: instruction of a classes, daytime youth supervision, inventory and care of equipment, maintenance of instructional area, and being a positive role model for campers and teens. Other duties staff members are expected to perform on a rotational basis are: meal service, assemblies, recreation supervision, planning and conducting special afternoon recreational activities, evening programs, store, and other assigned duties as directed by the Center or Program Director. All staff work together to provide leadership and a well-run camp week for each camp group. Training is provided.

Benefits
Most camp sessions run from Monday - Friday. Staff members have separate accommodations on site. Starting salary is $215.00-$240.00 a week, plus room and board. Additional pay for weekend work is available. Housing is available on weekends. Make a difference in children's lives, COME WORK WITH US!!

Positions Available:
STAFF COORDINATOR./STORE KEEPER : RESPONSIBILITIES: assist the Program Director in development of summer staff, advise staff, act as liaison between staff and Camp Director in the absence of the Program Director, coordinate and facilitate programs, serve as a leader and role model for all camp participants including staff and campers, keeping of the store including stocking, inventory, and ordering merchandise REQUIREMENTS: strong leadership skills, decision-maker, flexibility in working with others, good work ethic, experience in camping and scheduling. $240/ week + benefits.

WATERFRONT DIRECTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: supervision and scheduling of waterfront staff in development and conducting of all waterfront activities including swimming classes, community swimming program, recreational swimming, and canoeing classes and trips, maintenance and upkeep of the pool and bathhouse, water quality, and pool sanitation. REQUIREMENTS: W.S.I., Lifeguard Training, scheduling skills. $240/ week + benefits.

CANOEING INSTRUCTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach camp canoeing classes, assist in planning and facilitation of canoeing trips, lifeguard at the pool when assigned, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: Lifeguard Training and/or Canoe certification. $215/ week + benefits.

RIFLERY INSTRUCTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach shooting safety and basic skills class, care and maintenance of equipment and range, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: NRA certification or 4-H Shooting Education Rifle Instructor Certificate or equivalent. $215/ week + benefits.

ARCHERY INSTRUCTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach shooting safety and basic skills class, care and maintenance of equipment and range, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: NAA certification or 4-H Shooting Education Archery Instructor Certificate or equivalent. $215/ week + benefits.

RESIDENT LIFEGUARD. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach and assist with camp/community aquatic programs, assist with care/maintenance of pool under supervision of Waterfront Director, guard for community swim and other programs, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: Lifeguard Training. $215/ week + benefits.

OUTDOOR LIVING SKILLS INSTRUCTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach outdoor skills class, maintain equipment, organize/conduct on-site away from camp excursions, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: background in outdoor adventure activities and excitement in sharing these skills with children. $215/ week + benefits.

HIGH AND LOW ROPES COURSE INSTRUCTOR. (Two positions available) RESPONSIBILITIES: teach ropes classes, care/ maintenance of equipment and ropes courses, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: ropes course experience and training. $215/ week + benefits.

CAMP NURSE/EMT: RESPONSIBILITIES: managing the health care program including administering medications, completing/filing health records, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: at least emergency first aid, EMT training preferred. $240/ week + benefits.

LEATHER CRAFT INSTRUCTOR: RESPONSIBILITIES: to introduce campers to the fun and exciting art of leather crafting, to teach 4 daily class, to conduct and supervise afternoon “Open Recreation” activities for all campers interested in leather craft, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties.

PERFORMING ARTS INSTRUCTOR. RESPONSIBILITIES: teach drama and theatrical arts classes, facilitate any special activities dealing with theatrical or performing arts, plan and facilitate other programs with other staff, other camp duties. REQUIREMENTS: a background in Theatrical and Performing arts and an enthusiasm in sharing and working with children. $215/ week + benefits.

How to Apply:
Fill out the Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center Summer Staff Application

Send completed applications to the address below. Applications require three refrences (forms attached).

Interviews:
Interviews are scheduled to take palce during January or on an individual basis as coordinated by the Program Director.. After the application deadline you will be contacted to set up your interview date and time.

For more information please contact:
Nate Mahanes - Program Director
Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center
1267 4-H Camp Road
Appomattox, Va. 24522
434-248-5444
nmahanes@vt.edu

Holiday Lake 4-H Educational Center programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.