Camp Director Seasonal (June 2026-August 2026)

The Arc Eastern Connecticut•Waterford, CT

16h•$8,000 - $9,120•Onsite

About The Position

The Arc Eastern Connecticut has been providing services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for more than 60 years. We actively champion for full community inclusion and are a licensed and contracted service provider of the Connecticut Department of Development Services. We provide residential, daytime, employment, and social supports to people with IDD and their families. The Camp Director is responsible for serving as the supervisor of the summer residential program. He/She will adhere to the policies established by The Arc of New London County, Inc. Board of Directors whose goal is to maintain full community inclusion and integration for all individuals who are supported by The Arc. Come join our team!

Requirements

Prior experience working with people who have developmental and physical disabilities preferred.
Must have the ability to mentor and assist people in all areas of life skills including recreation, independence, communication, and health.
Minimum of three years’ experience working in the health and human service field.
Valid driver’s license required.
High School Diploma or GED Required
Applicants must possess basic computer aptitude
The Director of Camp must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. He/She will be required to participate in lifts, transfers, and behavioral or physical intervention when necessary. He/She may be exposed to risk of injury or exposure to occupational health hazards.
Maintain a mature and positive attitude when dealing with program participants, staff, families, the public, and outside representatives
Advocate for and protect participants’ rights in accordance with Arc policies and procedures
Treats all individuals in an age appropriate manner, with respect and dignity, and to encourage opportunities that promote choice.
Carry out all job responsibilities in a professional manner
Will begin duty at 10:00 a.m. on Sundays and end at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays
Will adhere to weekly overnight duty schedule as assigned by Camp Administrator
Will actively engage staff and campers in all activities
Will report concerns to Camp Administrator in a timely manner
Will follow and enforce camp dress code
Ensure confidentiality as required by law and The Arc and DDS policies and procedures which includes keeping records, conversations, correspondence (regarding program participants and staff) confidential

Responsibilities

Provides on-site supervision for Assistant Directors and Camp Counselors including employee development/performance and other personnel related issues
Meet with Assistant Directors twice per session to review performance including area of cabin support including evaluation of Camp Counselors
Create and implement Plan of Action with the help of the Assistant Director for counselors who are in need of assistance in meeting job responsibilities
Meet with the Camp Administrator daily to review the camp program and address areas of celebration or concern
Plan and create the weekly schedule with input from the Assistant Directors regarding the activities for the session
Oversee the implementation of the schedule and provide support when needed
Attend each daily activity to supervise Assistant Directors and Camp Staff
Intervene when necessary to meet the health and safety guidelines of the program
Intervene when necessary to ensure camp activities are meeting the goal of the program
Create weekly cabin assignments
Facilitate weekly staff meeting with Assistant Directors and Camp Counselors to review the upcoming session including specific special needs of campers
Review cabin logs as needed
Process Incident Reports for each session and give copies to both DDS staff and the Chief Operating Officer
Prepare camper profiles for Assistant Directors to review prior to the start of the session
Order needed programming supplies with prior approval from Camp Administrator
Monitor the health and safety of all campers and environments
Maintain positive relations with other camps and DDS personnel