Counselor IV - Assistant Director

POSITION : Camp Counselor IV, Assistant Director

REPORTS TO : Director, Camp


STATUS : Seasonal Full-Time, Exempt Camp Worker (as defined in Section 18897 of the Health and Safety Code) Will be needed approximately Mid-June to Mid-August. Final dates will be confirmed at offer.

JOB CLASSIFICATION : Associate

UNION ELIGIBLE : No

WORK ARRANGEMENT : In Person 100%

LOCATION : Napa, CA

SALARY RANGE : $92.71-$102.71 Daily Rate (per CA Labor Code 1182.4) - paid semi-monthly

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Until filled

Founded in San Francisco in 1902, the LightHouse's purpose is to promote the independence, equality and self-reliance of people who are blind or visually impaired. The LightHouse is currently in a period of growth, increasing our capacity to serve more low-vision and blind clients.

*Blind/visually impaired strongly encouraged to apply.

OVERVIEW:

The assistant director will design and deliver program activities that are safe, fun and appropriate to the campers' abilities and age. He/she will assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director. The assistant director assists in the overall administration and operation of camp. He/she will be placed in charge in the event of the director's absence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School graduate
• Some college education preferred
• Previous work in a camp, school, or community service setting
• Experience in administrative roles at a similar camp
• Experience in the development and delivery of programs and activities
• Training and experience in teaching program to adults and children
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications
• Experience with persons who are blind/visually impaired or similar population
• Knowledge of Braille and/or sign language preferred

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Development & Delivery

• Ensure a fun, engaging, inclusive, and well-organized program that meets camp outcomes and camper abilities.
• Independently plan, implement, and evaluate lessons and activities, demonstrating strong preparation and follow-through.
• Support staff in delivering progressive, age-appropriate programming through clear expectations, timelines, and guidance.
• Assess program success and camper skill development using observations, documentation, and feedback.
• Coordinate camp-wide programs and campfire activities in collaboration with other staff, requiring advance planning and cross-team coordination.

Safety, Training & Compliance

• Ensure staff and campers consistently follow safety, supervision, and educational procedures across all camp programs.
• Assist in staff training, emphasizing safety protocols, clear communication, and best practices.
• Provide clear written and verbal guidelines for activities involving camp equipment.
• Enforce safety protocols across all program areas and adapt plans as conditions change.

Facility & Equipment Management

• Oversee the maintenance, organization, and cleanliness of program areas.
• Conduct daily safety and condition checks on equipment and facilities, documenting concerns and follow-up actions.
• Ensure program areas remain hazard-free and respond promptly to maintenance or safety issues.

Supervision, Leadership & Staff Development

• Lead, monitor, and evaluate program area leaders, providing timely feedback and clear direction.
• Demonstrate strong executive functioning skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and follow through on commitments.
• Provide performance observations and recommendations to the Camp Director in a clear, organized, and timely manner.
• Support and mentor staff in effective program delivery, planning, and problem-solving.

Scheduling, Administration & Executive Functioning

• Develop, manage, and adapt schedules for campers, groups, and staff, often in fast-paced or changing environments.
• Maintain accurate and organized program records, schedules, lesson plans, and reports.
• Demonstrate a high level of executive functioning, including:
  • Planning ahead and meeting deadlines
  • Managing competing priorities and multitasking effectively
  • Remembering and following multi-step instructions
  • Adapting plans in response to changing camper needs or operational demands
  • Completing tasks independently with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Report on program and activity performance to inform continuous improvement.

Technology & Communication Requirements

• Demonstrate strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and email, as well as other common workplace software.
• Use technology effectively to create schedules, lesson plans, reports, tracking documents, and written communications.
• Maintain organized digital files and documentation in shared systems.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally with camp leadership and staff.

Communication & Collaboration

• Maintain clear, professional, and timely communication with all camp staff.
• Facilitate daily check-ins with head counselors and area leaders, ensuring alignment and accountability.
• Attend and actively participate in all administrative, planning, and staff meetings.

Camper & Staff Engagement

• Participate enthusiastically in camp activities while providing consistent leadership and guidance.
• Support and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights, and all-camp activities.
• Contribute ongoing program ideas and improvements based on observation, feedback, and reflection.
• Support camper and staff survey efforts and assist with data collection as needed.

EXPECTATION OF EMPLOYEES:


As employees, we should:

• Read, understand and adhere to 100% of agency policies and procedures
• Complete 100% of job responsibilities and assigned tasks efficiently by prioritizing work as needed to meet deadlines, ensuring safety, wellbeing and positive experience for campers.
• Consistently maintain a positive and respectful attitude in 100% of interactions with staff and campers while conducting ourselves professionally on and off the job as representatives of LightHouse.
• Consistently report to work on time and be ready to begin performing our assigned duties and responsibilities with no more than two exceptions per camp session.
• Work productively or stay engaged with campers during at least 95% of program activities, all camp activities, cabin time and all other time that is not designated as time off.
• Communicate regularly with supervisors, campers, and colleagues in our immediate teams and across the agency, ensuring 100% of verbal and written communication is clear, professional, effective, and done in a timely manner.
• Maintain 100% confidentiality of individual health, behavior concerns, and other personal information of campers and staff.
• Consistently learn and communicate a blindness-positive philosophy by applying current best practices in 100% of interactions, as assessed through regular supervisor, participant, and peer feedback.
• Consistently demonstrate respect and inclusivity by using culturally appropriate language and behavior in 100% of interactions, as assessed through regular supervisor, participant, and peer feedback.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to live on camp premises
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds
• Ability to enforce safety and emergency procedures
• Ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situation requiring first aid
• Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury)
• Possess the endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers

WORKING CONDITIONS:

LightHouse is an equal opportunity employer. LightHouse policy and the law prohibit discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, ancestry, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, age (40 and over), sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin (including language use restrictions), marital status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), physical or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions, denial of Family and Medical Care leave, height and weight, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. Our policy and the law prohibit co-workers, third parties, supervisors, and managers from engaging in such conduct.

LightHouse personnel are employed on an at-will basis. Employment at-will means that the employment relationship may be terminated, with or without cause and with or without advance notice at any time by the employee or the Agency.

We strive to maintain a scent-free environment and a drug-free workplace. Employees are expected to behave in accordance with these objectives.

All employees at LightHouse are hired for an indefinite and unspecified duration and consequently, no employee is guaranteed employment for a specified length of time. Employment is at the mutual consent of the employee and LightHouse. Accordingly, either the employee or LightHouse can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause ("employment at will").

HOW TO APPLY:


Please submit a cover letter and résumé as Word attachments (no. PDFs please), along Please apply at our career center.

If you have trouble, please send a word attachment to View email address on click.appcast.io (no. PDFs please)