Camp Director - Therapeutic Integration (TI) Center

Avanzos Educational and Behavioral Services LLC; Chevy Chase View (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Professional development assistance

Flexible schedule

Meaningful work in a supportive enviro

Job summary

Avanzos Educational and Behavioral Services LLC in Kensington, MD seeks a Camp Director to oversee daily operations of teen programs, with emphasis on safety, inclusion, and skill-building.

You will lead program planning, supervise staff, coordinate transportation, and communicate with families while documenting treatment plans and progress. The role requires strong leadership, crisis management, and a passion for empowering youth through engaging activities and collaborative teams.

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth with special needs or developmental disabilities.
• Proven leadership and crisis-management abilities.
• Bachelor’s or higher in education or related field; teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage daily schedules for center programs.
• Supervise direct care staff, volunteers, and facilitators.
• Ensure safety protocols and support plans are followed; write progress notes.
• Communicate with families and coordinate transportation as needed.
• Lead program placement decisions and collaborate on activities.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Crisis management

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Education

Bachelor's in education

Master's degree in education or related field

Job description

Camp Director - Teen after-school program

Location: Kensington, MD 20895 (transitioning to 2nd location in 2026)

Job type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Pay: $30 per hour

AVANZOS is excited to announce the opening of our new center, a dynamic space that will support individuals through engaging programs, like skills training, and inclusive experiences. We are looking for a compassionate and organized Camp Director to help us bring our vision to life!

Position Summary:

The Camp Director will oversee daily operations of seasonal and year-round programs at our Center. This includes program planning, staff supervision, and ensuring a safe, inclusive and satisfying experience for all participants. The ideal candidate has experience working with youth or young adults with special needs, excellent leadership skills, and passion for creating meaningful connections.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage daily schedules for center programs
• Supervise and support direct care staff, volunteers, and facilitators
• Ensure safety protocols and support plans are consistently followed
• Communicate regularly with families, caregivers, and team members
• Collaborate on program placement for new participants
• Coordinate Center activities (for example arts, like skills, social groups)
• Support the social/emotional and behavioral needs participants
• Uphold a culture of inclusion, safety and mutual respect
• Meet regularly with families about treatment plans
• Write and update treatment plans and progress reports.
• Promote and model a culture of inclusion, safety, teamwork, and mutual respect
• Facilitate transportation support when needed:
• Individual participants from home to the center using a personal vehicle (for nearby locations and based on family need)
• Transport small groups of participants (3–4) using the company van for community-based outings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• 1+ year of experience in camp, recreation, special education or behavioral health settings.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges
• Ability to effectively manage conflicts and deescalate challenging situations
• Strong leadership, organization, and crisis management skills
• Bachelor's in education, social work, psychology, recreation therapy, or a related field

Preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Masters degree in education, social work, psychology, recreation therapy, or a related field
• Licensed Special Education
• Experience in the classroom teache 3+ years

This position requires a passion for working with youth, as well as the ability to provide guidance, support, and care. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals,

Benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Professional development assistance

Flexible schedule

Meaningful work in a supportive environment

Schedule

School calendar 2:00pm-7:30pm M-F, Saturdays 8:00 am-1:00 pm

Summer schedule M-F mornings and early afternoon shifts. Saturdays 8:00 am-1:00 pm