Day Camp Staff (Personal Services)

Day camp counselors will supervise and assist daily needs of campers with disabilities (including feeding, showering, toileting, & dressing). Lead daily activities: arts & crafts, games, dance, music, water, nature, and other programs. Act in a responsible manner while employed, on and off camp grounds, to set a proper example. Work in collaboration with other staff to make the summer a rewarding, challenging and safe experience for all. Staff are expected to lead and/or participate in all camp activities with the campers which may include: playing games, hiking, nature, presentations, crafts and other programs. Staff must provide their own transportation. This position requires leadership by example.
Essential Functions:
- Supervise a camper group and help each camper adjust and grow with other campers.
- Assist in developing individual campers independence, self-esteem, and peer relationships in the summer camping environment.
- Write and decorate aesthetically pleasing camp notes and camper awards each week, due at the time designated by the Program Director.
- Design and/or lead activities that are safe, fun and promote cabin unity.
- Keep program areas clean and involve campers in clean-up activities by leading by example.
- Arrive on time.
- Interpret safety and health rules, as well as other camp policies, to campers.
- Actively participate in all activities.
- Use behavior management techniques as outlined in the policy and procedure handbook.
- Evaluate camp program and provide input to support staff and directors.
- Abide by mandatory reporting policies, as described in the policy and procedure handbook.
- Provide the extra needed medical and personal attention required by campers with disabilities.
- Offer enthusiasm for camp life and programs.
- Other duties as assigned by the Program Director or staff leaders