Summer Camp Counselor

MCHS Family of Services; Mayville (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cabin Counselor role at MCHS Family of Services supports campers with disabilities in a classic summer camp program, assisting with daily personal care and guiding participation in outdoor activities. The position emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork to create a nurturing camp environment.

Responsibilities include supervising campers, aiding with dressing, feeding, toileting, showering, and coordinating with staff to ensure a rewarding, safe experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with youth or adults with disabilities is preferred.
• Ability to spend most time outdoors and work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Provide and assist campers with personal care and daily activities.
• Supervise campers to ensure safety and track location at all times.
• Guide campers in outdoor activities and document progress toward goals.
• Maintain and secure recreation equipment and assist with cabin tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and complete required paperwork and documentation.
• Dispense topical medications as prescribed to campers.
• Participate in training and collaborate with staff to create a positive camp experience.

Skills

Outdoor activities

Communication

Safety protocols

Documentation

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Cabin Counselor is part of TFCs classic camp program where we provide accessible outdoor experiences such as horseback riding, sports, challenge education, creative arts, picnics, water activities, and gardening.The Cabin Counselor position will supervise and assist campers (adults and youth) with disabilities in daily personal care (includes showering, toileting, feeding, dressing, etc) while encouraging participation in daily recreational activities.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide and assist campers with personal care based upon individual needs. This includes dressing, feeding, toileting, showering, teeth-brushing, etc.
• Provide direct supervision of the campers to ensure their safety and whereabouts at all times.
• Guide and assist campers in a range of outdoor activities.
• Document the campers progress toward meeting his/her treatment goals.
• Set-up and ensure recreation equipment is secure and stored properly.
• Assist campers in daily cabin tidying tasks.
• Follow safety and emergency procedures as outlined in the Agencys policies and procedures manual.
• Complete required documentation and paperwork required by licensing and Agency policy.
• Dispense topical medications prescribed to campers.
• Enforce camp rules and regulations to ensure the safety of the campers.
• Participate in all training activities that are provided by the Agency for professional growth and skill development, including pre-camp orientation.
• Work in collaboration with other staff to make it a rewarding, safe, and positive camp experience for everyone.
• Creates a nurturing and positive environment that supports the mission and vision of the Agency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule & Hours

Seasonal position that occurs over the course of 10-20 weeks during the summer camp program.Be willing to work flexible hours, which includes nights and weekends.Stays in tents/cabins on site.

BASIC COMPETENCIES

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must meet the States Moral Character standard.
• Past professional, educational, and/or volunteer experiences working with youth or adults with disabilities preferred.

Skills and Abilities Needed

• Must be able to spend majority of the time outdoors and tolerate a variety of weather conditions.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Manage time and multiple priorities, meets deadlines.
• Exercise professional judgement in making decisions.
• Complete assigned tasks in an efficient and effective manner.
• Able to expressively and receptively communicate in order to complete necessary documentation relating to the campers Plan of Service as required by partner agencies.
• Perform physically active work requiring frequent standing, reaching, walking, bending, shoveling, pulling/pushing (up to 150 lbs.), climbing, and lifting (up to 75 lbs.), in order to perform various tasks.
• Must be able to participate in games, sports, and physical activities including water-based games and activities.
• Adhere to all applicable safety and health policies and procedures.
• Able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).