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Status: Temporary Employee Reports to: Adventure Camp Program Manager
JOB SUMMARY: The Camp Counselor is responsible for providing personal care and supervision to youth and young adults with disabilities in our Adventure Camp program to ensure a quality camp experience. Accommodations and meals are provided.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Interest in working with youth and young adults, preferably with those with developmental disabilities
- Capable of working with co-counselor and volunteers as a cohesive team
- Ability to confidently and thoughtfully direct and supervise volunteers
- Understanding of the need to be adaptable and flexible
- Must have current CPR and First Aid certification by the time camp starts
- Ability to meet physical requirements of position including lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, squatting, twisting, reaching overhead, walking on wet surfaces, long hours standing, and working in extreme temperatures
- Must be highly organized
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- At least two years of related experience with youth and young adults, preferably with those with developmental disabilities