Camp Counselor (Summer Camp)

Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin; South Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Camp Counselors to provide essential support to participants during summer camps. This role involves assisting with medication administration, personal care, and facilitating recreational activities in a safe and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for working with individuals with disabilities. Join a team that values respect, inclusivity, and the well-being of all participants, while making a meaningful impact in their lives. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a rewarding experience for campers and their families.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Hands-on experience with individuals with disabilities

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with ADLs including toileting and feeding.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with medication and personal cares.
• Ensure safety and provide quality recreation-based services.

Skills

ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

CPR and First Aid certification

Tools

Standard medical equipment

Mechanical lifts

Adaptive physical education equipment

Job description

Job Title: Camp Counselor

The Camp Counselor is responsible for assisting participants with medication administration, personal cares, providing quality recreation-based services, and maintaining a safe, supportive, and comfortable setting.

Camp date: 6/16/2025 - 8/1/2025 (You must commit to working the entirety of your assigned camp)

Working Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Locations: Wil-O-Way Underwood, 10602 Underwood Parkway, Wauwatosa, WI OR Wil-O-Way Grant, 207 S. Lake Drive, South Milwaukee, WI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (FUNCTIONS):

• Interact with participants in a respectful, age-appropriate, and culturally appropriate manner, honoring participant preferences and requests, in conjunction with behavior plans and care information.
• Ensure participants are provided with proper medication administration based on physician's directive.
• Work cooperatively with the programming team to provide cares to participants with ADLs (toileting, bathing, ambulating, transfers, feeding, changing clothes, etc.).
• Report all possible cases of illness to Camp Site Lead and aid participants that become ill.
• Clean up spills/bodily fluids using appropriate infection control procedures.
• Ensure the safety of each participant by monitoring activities, maintaining a sanitary, clutter-free environment, overseeing pool setup, monitoring and maintenance (as applicable), and participating in safety training and emergency drills.
• Report suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation of participants immediately per program and agency policies and procedures.
• Prepare, serve, and oversee feeding activities, including tube feeding, for daily snacks and lunches.
• Maintain program areas, supplies, and equipment, ensuring they are clean, disinfected, stocked, and in good working order daily.
• Employ assistive equipment and practices throughout the day when transporting, lifting, and working with participants.
• Work cooperatively with the programming team to provide interesting and stimulating program activities appropriate for most participants, including recreation and educational enrichment.
• Provide individualized assistance to participants in programs as needed.
• Act as an appropriate role model for participants.
• Encourage participants to socialize, communicate, and fulfill needs independently.
• Redirect participants through positive actions.
• Provide quality specialized services while being mindful of resource usage.
• Stay abreast of emergency procedures and updates for each program scenario to ensure awareness of protocols in case of an emergency.
• Participate in assigned meetings, professional development, and training as required.
• Plan daily activities in advance and complete recordkeeping such as attendance and activity schedules.

*NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES*

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Serve as backup to various program staff by providing coverage and summarizing events upon their return.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Required:

• TB test required.
• A Criminal Background Check must meet Wisconsin licensure requirements for day programming.
• Experience providing ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), including toileting, ambulating, transfers, feeding, etc.

Preferred:

• Current CPR, First Aid, CPI, and/or Universal Precautions training/license preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities in health care or social service settings preferred.
• On the Wisconsin Community-Based Care and Treatment Training Registry for Medication Administration preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance preferred.

Specialized Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Ability to work effectively with staff, family members, and the community.
• Adequate personal care techniques.
• Follow directions and exercise safe lifting techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality and awareness of disability issues.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Honest, reliable, and punctual.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Equipment Used/Machinery Required:

• Adaptive physical education equipment
• Standard medical equipment
• Mechanical lifts
• Telephone, copier, computer, fax

Physical Demands:

• May need to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching.
• Assist with transfers from chair to toilet, floor to chair, etc.
• Assist individuals in and out of vehicles.
• Exposure to loud/noisy environments and outdoor elements.