Summer Camp Counselor

Imagine!

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About The Position

The SAS Summer Camp Counselor is a temporary position that promotes the health, safety, and welfare of Summer Camp participants ages 7-21 who are diagnosed with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD). Engages in skilled interaction with camp participants who require therapeutic supports, enabling them to access and utilize their community and build on their strengths. Provides supports to groups of participants engaging in community activities using therapeutic principles. Acts in accordance with School Age Services mission and guidelines as well as Therapeutic Plans. Monitors and reports on data to ensure compliance with all applicable regulating agencies. Maintains professional relationships with participants, families, staff, members of treatment teams.

Requirements

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels.
• Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver.
• Ability to work independently- traveling and working in the community.
• Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet-based databases, assistive technology, etc.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to meet Imagine! driving requirements.
• This position requires regular use of a personal mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete required training curriculum which includes a full week of orientation.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to drive a van with a lift.
• Ability to push wheelchairs and to lift and transfer patients as related to toileting and restroom assistance and other health and activity related needs.
• Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a changing environment.
• Willingness and ability to respond to emergency situations as they arise.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of college preferred.
• Experience working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the health, safety, and welfare of the participants.
• Using therapeutic principles, provides supports to groups of participants engaging in community activities and environments
• Acts in accordance with Imagine! and School Age Services policies, mission, childcare license regulations, and the Therapeutic Plans.
• Monitors and reports on data to ensure compliance with all applicable guidelines and regulations, including Imagine! Policies and Procedures.
• Maintains respectful and professional relationships with participants, staff, guardians and family members, and all other members of treatment teams.
• Supports Imagine! mission in the context of both individual and collaborative work.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, workshops, in-services, discussions, etc.
• Maintains and cares for Imagine!’s property, including supplies, vehicles, etc., being mindful of safety and cleanliness.
• Represents School Age Services within our community by sharing and advocating for inclusive, accessible spaces.
• Promotes team morale by being positive and professional.
• Must attend required training week (usually the same week as Memorial Day)
• Drives a van for transportation of participants.

Benefits

• Our employees enjoy generous benefits, flexible work schedules, comfortable/casual work environments, and meaningful and rewarding work with friendly, supportive co-workers.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED