Day Camp Counselor (with Driving)

The Salvation Army; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Day Camp Counselors to provide a safe and enriching experience for campers with disabilities. In this seasonal full-time role, you will actively engage with children, assist them during activities, and ensure a fun and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include supervising daily activities, preparing meals, and helping children with special needs. If you have a passion for working with individuals with varying needs and want to make a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age with 1 year of experience with persons with disabilities.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in English and handle difficult situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children and maintain an active awareness of all participants.
• Assist children with special needs and help organize daily activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Experience with Disabilities

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

DEPARTMENT: Disabilities

REPORTS TO: Day-camp Driver/Counselor

SUPERVISES: no employees

STATUS: Non Exempt

SCHEDULE: Seasonal full time, 35-40 hours based on program needs for the duration of the 6 week program.

FUNCTION: The Day Camp Counselors are responsible for providing the campers with a safe, enriching and fun program. The counselors are the primary care givers and program leaders for the campers or program participants. It is expected that the counselor will actively participate/interact with the children. They will also be expected to assist the children with activities including dressing for the pool and/or using the restroom as the participants’ disabilities demand.

Responsibilities

DUTIES:

1. Participate in all required training
2. Help to develop daily activities
3. Supervise all children within your assigned group
4. Maintain an active awareness of all participants in your area
5. Prepare breakfast and lunch for participants
6. Assist children with special needs based on individual disabilities. This includes diaper changes and cleanup.
7. Help organize and lead rainy day activities
8. Assist with transportation of campers
9. Assist with daily activities
10. Anything else required for a successful camp experience.
11. Assist with building cleanup and setup. The building is to be left clean at the end of each day.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum 21 years of age
2. 1 year of experience with persons with disabilities
3. Must be safety conscious/oriented
4. Must be able to read, write and communicate clearly, in English
5. Must have the ability to work and relate well with individuals with varying needs
6. Must be able to handle difficult situations/confrontations in a professional/civil manner
7. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Driver’s License with two or less violations (moving or accident) over the past two years
8. Must possess the ability to pass the online Salvation Army Fleet Safety Driver’s Test