Young Achievers Academy - Program Facilitator

Job Description

The Young Achievers Academy Summer Camp Program Facilitator leads a day camp program designed for high school students interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. This role involves student supervision, course content development and program execution, completing program data collection, evaluation, and outcomes reporting.

REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed health care provider and/or health educator
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience in leading, mentoring, tutoring, or educational youth programs.
• Experience with healthcare environments and / or academic programs.
• Familiarity with University of Indianapolis campus, programs, and opportunities
• Knowledge about higher education application processes and skills for success
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability.

Education

BS / BA in any health care field or education / health education will be considered

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will be responsible for guiding all Young Achievers camp participants (high school students in grades 9-12) through daily on-campus and community-based activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan and facilitate daily camp activities focused on healthcare careers (e.g., nursing, physical therapy, public health, medicine)
• Supervise and mentor high school participants, ensuring their safety, engagement, and well-being.
• Lead daily hands-on learning experiences such as simulations, lab activities, and workshops.
• Oversee students participating in on- campus experiences, guest lectures, and off-campus field experiences.
• Lead small group discussions and team-building exercises.
• Coordinate check-in/check-out processes, attendance tracking, and general administrative tasks.
• Identify and enforce camp policies and respond appropriately to student concerns or emergencies.
• Communicate with parents and students on all camp requirements, expectations, and answer questions / provide requested resources
• Collaborate with staff to evaluate and improve program activities.
• Follow the guidance and direction of the supervisor.
• Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
• Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
• Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.

Company Description

Thank you for your interest in the University of Indianapolis! The University is a private, liberal arts university located on 65 acres just minutes from downtown Indianapolis. With more than 700 faculty and staff, it is a place where you can become part of a close-knit campus community that emphasizes the importance of community partnerships in the future growth of the University.

UIndy’s mission is to prepare its graduates for effective, responsible, and articulate membership in the complex societies in which they live and serve and for excellence and leadership in their personal and professional lives. The motto of "Education for Service" provides the foundation for our work to better our communities, both near and far.

As University employees, we know the work we do is important to our students and our communities. To accomplish our mission, we welcome talented, civic-minded, and diverse individuals from all career levels to help maintain our high standards of excellence and quality. If you want to join our dynamic environment and experience hard work, creativity, and teamwork, we welcome your application!

The University of Indianapolis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The University of Indianapolis does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission as required by Title IX.

Benefits

20 hours or more per week

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Discount
• Retirement Savings Plan - 403B
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time Accruals
• Paid Holiday time and additional University days off
• Employee Discounts & Services
• Free Parking
• Onsite Health & Wellness Center