Dolly Children's Summer Camp Small Group Leader (Seasonal) at East Tennessee Children's Hospital – Knoxville, Tennessee

Position Title: Dolly Children's Summer Camp Small Group Leader (Seasonal)

Location: Knoxville, TN

Req ID: JR102917

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: Posted Yesterday

Description:

CAMP DATES:

Camp Cure: June 8 - 12, 2026

DMG Camp: June 15 - 19 & June 22 - 26, 2026

Camp Eagle's Nest: July 18 - 22, 2026 (overnight camp)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A small group leader will assist campers with medical and/or special needs while facilitating camp participation including mobility assistance, self-care, communication, and group safety. Oversees and directs a group of approximately 10-12 campers during organized group activities and transitions. Group leaders may coordinate with other staff members to assist in implementing camp rules and guidelines. Leaders will communicate with counselors, staff, and parents regarding daily camper experience with the assistance and input of campers’ individual counselors.

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

A small group leader will provide leadership and guidance to promote a fun, safe, and engaging camp environment while promoting camper participation and maintaining group schedules.

REPORTS TO

• Deidra Seiber, PTA Dolly Children's Summer Camp Director

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: NO

Number of Direct Reports: N/A

Minimum Education: High School Diploma

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Leadership
• Confident interaction with children (age groups 5-17)
• Clear Communication
• Group Collaboration and small group management
• Ability to delegate tasks to volunteers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Group Management of children ages 5-17
• Adherence to a set schedule of activities and programs
• Problem Solving
• Clear Communication with campers, staff, and parents
• Collaboration with medical team to organize care schedules.
• Provide assistance with camper mobility and self-care as needed.
• Ensure camper safety and assess group dynamics for optimal engagement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling is required up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20-30 lbs frequently, and 10lbs constantly to move objects of up to 150 lbs. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 150 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

Come work where you can make a difference everyday.

About Us:

At East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time.

• Compassion – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible.
• Ownership – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission.
• Respect – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths.
• Excellence – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.