Summer Camp Associate (seasonal)

PASADENA HUMANE is a non-profit animal welfare organization looking for passionate professionals to join our team.

JOIN US & MAKE A DIFFERENCE!:

THE MISSION:

To lead the way toward a compassionate and caring community for all animals.

OUR VALUES:

LEARNING: We commit to best practice and professional development through continuous education.

INTEGRITY: We value honest and transparent communication and decision making using evidence based practices.

COLLABORATION:  We value teamwork in our organization and partnerships with our community to deliver exceptional service.

KINDNESS: We show compassion, care, respect and empathy to all animals and humans without prejudice or discrimination.

JOB TITLE: Summer Camp Associate

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FT/PT: Full-Time, Seasonal

SEASONAL TERM: May – August 2026

• SCHEDULE: 7:30am – 4:00 pm, M-F

SUMMARY:

• Assists the Humane Education Coordinator with the planning and preparation of a curriculum that delivers a Humane message to all ages. Participates in preparing the classroom and teaching the community about various humane topics, including animal welfare, animal legislation and animal behavior. Assists with on and offsite humane education and outreach events that promote a compassionate and caring community for all animals. Promote positive interactions between humans and animals to bring about social, emotional, cognitive and physical change.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE:

• Works with the Humane Education Coordinator and team to support the on-site Pasadena Humane Kids for Animals Program, including but not limited to: Kids for Animals Club; Pasadena Humane Academy; Parent and Me: Pet Playtime; Animal Adventurer Workshops; Scout Sunday; Barks & Books; Summer Camp Programs; and special events.
• Contributes to lesson plans and prepares the classroom for sessions. Helps Humane Education Coordinator and team to prepare for instruction by getting materials ready or setting up equipment.
• Maintains a schedule for Camp Participants'.

• Assists written and visual programs, events and curriculum and ensures they align with Pasadena Humane goals and objectives.
• Coordinate registration and attendance for community programming and events.
• Ensure a positive, educational approach to customer service to educate the public and keep animals in homes as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma, GED or Proficiency Certificate
• 1 year of experience working in any of the following: youth programs, community education, or humane education.
• 12 units in ECE units a plus
• Experience working with youth ages 5-15 preferred. Background in elementary education, zoology, animal behavior, and animal sciences a plus.
• Interpersonal, public speaking, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• First aid and CPR certification required within 2 weeks of employment (through Pasadena Humane).
• Proficient computer applications, databases, Microsoft and Google suites, and email. Excellent phone etiquette a plus.
• Strong sense of professional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Comfortable interacting and working with domestic animals on and off-site.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with supervisor, leadership, coworkers, volunteers and the public – promoting a strong collaborative team approach.
• Must come to work regularly and on time, foster collaborative relations with coworkers and supervisors - treating coworkers, supervisory staff, members and guests with respect, courtesy. Refrain from abusive, insubordinate and/or violent behavior.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to model Pasadena Humane’s Core Values of Learning, Integrity Collaboration and Kindness.
• Must interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, volunteers, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must provide positive, proactive customer service
• Must have a positive attitude and a sense of humor

WORK SCHEDULE:

Must come to work regularly and on time. Must be able to work early hours according to the needs of the department schedule, including weekends and holidays.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fast-paced environment. Employees are exposed to numerous animals (living and deceased), including those with uncertain dispositions. They are required to act in a safe and responsible manner.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and/or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Pasadena Humane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy not to engage in discrimination against any individual, or harassment of any person seeking employment with our organization on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic information or status as a covered veteran including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion, and separation. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Federal law requires proof of citizenship or "alien right-to-work" status. Pasadena Humane maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.

https://pasadenahumane.org/get-involved/kids/onsite-programs/#junior-vets