(SEA) Counselor II - Therapeutic Recreation Services

Calvert County, MD; Prince Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Calvert County's Department of Parks and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation Services, is seeking a summer camp supervisor to lead activities for children and youth with disabilities. The role requires directing, planning, and adapting a range of recreational experiences within a defined area and supervising staff and volunteers.

You will ensure a safe, inclusive environment, maintain attendance records and progress notes, and coordinate with the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator.

Qualifications

• One year of college training in recreation, special education, education, social work, psychology, or other humanitarian disciplines.
• Six months of experience working with children with disabilities or related services.
• May require a valid driver’s license.
• Subject to background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise recreational activities for children and youth with disabilities.
• Plan, adapt, and implement activities to maximize participation and independence.
• Supervise staff and volunteers and ensure safety of participants.
• Maintain attendance records and write daily progress notes.
• Communicate with the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator and staff about activities and personnel issues.

Skills

Activity planning

Staff supervision

Communication

Record keeping

Education

College coursework in recreation or related field

Job description

We require full availability for the entire summer camp schedule, including orientation week.

This is a summer position in the Recreation Division that directs and supervises recreational activities for children and youth with disabilities. The work involves planning, adapting, and implementing a variety of activities within a prescribed area of recreation. Supervision of staff in assigned group and volunteer personnel is expected. General supervision is provided by the Program Coordinator.

Essential Job Functions

Demonstrates initiative and enthusiasm in providing recreational opportunities to participants.

Interacts and communicates with staff in planning, implementing, and adapting activities that are age and ability appropriate.

Supervises, leads, and participates in scheduled activities, such as swimming, boating, field trips, physical activities, etc.

Supervises and assigns tasks to staff in assigned group and volunteers.

Provides a safe environment for participants, staff, and volunteers.

Communicates with Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator and staff regarding activities, participants, and personnel issues.

Maintains records of attendance, writes daily progress notes, and completes paperwork required by the Therapeutic Recreation Services.

Other Job Duties (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit reasonably assigned duties)

Sets up and takes down equipment as needed.

Feeds, clothes, and assists participants with toileting who are unable to do so independently.

Reports any issues, problems, or concerns when they occur to the Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator.

Performs any assigned duties that relate to successful operation of a therapeutic recreation summer camp program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Pre-employment KSA applicable to essential job functions)

Knowledge of–

• Summer Camp programs.
• Planning, implementing, and adapting activities for maximum participation and independence

Ability to–

• Plan, implement, and participate in a variety of creative and physical recreational activities on a daily basis.
• Coordinate and interact with staff, and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and good judgement.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of attendance, progress notes, and related issues.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with parents, community members, and staff.
• Deal effectively with the public.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education

One year of college training in recreation, special education, education, social work, psychology, or other humanitarian disciplines.

Experience

Six months of experience working with children with disabilities, to include, but not limited to , Best Buddies, Personal Care Services, Direct Support Services, or other relevant experience.

Licenses or Certificates

May require a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements

Subject to background investigation.

May operate a county vehicle.

Physical Demands

Medium to heavy physical effort required.

Unusual Demands

None

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps:

Department of Parks and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation Services

Pay rate: $18.85 per hour

Grade H07, seasonal position

Position closing date: Continuously open until filled

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities upon reasonable notice. County application required.