P-CREW Youth Corps Crew Leader

Vets Hired
Any Location, CA
Category Education
Job Description
Youth Crew Leaders play a vital role in the success of a transformative youth stewardship program by supervising, mentoring, and supporting high school–aged participants in a residential, field-based environment.

Requirements

  • Participate in required pre-season training to prepare for the program session
  • Mentor and co-lead a residential crew of youth participants and a returning alumni assistant over a multi-week program period
  • Provide physical, social, and emotional support to youth participants in a residential outdoor setting
  • Support leadership development of the alumni assistant through guidance and shared responsibilities
  • Train participants in camp setup, hygiene practices, camp safety, and Leave No Trace principles
  • Supervise and complete conservation and restoration projects in outdoor environments
  • Lead and facilitate safe recreational activities on weekends (e.g., hiking, backpacking, swimming)
  • Safely transport crew members to work sites, camp locations, and recreational areas
  • Submit regular written, digital, and verbal reports on project progress, supplies, incidents, and expenses
  • Capture and maintain photo documentation of projects and program activities
  • Support healthy meal planning and daily camp operations
  • Plan and facilitate team-building activities and educational lessons using a provided curriculum
  • Conduct regular safety meetings, job hazard analyses, and equipment checks
  • Hold individual check-ins and evaluations to support participant growth and development
  • Administer basic first aid in the field and maintain accurate incident records
  • Assist with end-of-season wrap-up activities, including documentation, equipment maintenance, and evaluations

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
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