Therapeutic Camp Support and Program Instructor

Town of Erie; Erie (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Erie is seeking a Therapeutic Camp Support and Program Instructor for Camp Erie. You’ll provide 1:1 and individualized support to help campers participate successfully throughout the summer.

Role includes assisting with therapeutic programming, ensuring safety, maintaining records, and potential year-round duties if staffing allows. This is a seasonal/part-time opportunity with summer hours and possible after-camp roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent experience.
• Experience with therapeutic recreation or supportive youth programming preferred.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 3 months of hire is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and individualized support to campers to facilitate participation.
• Assist with planning and delivering therapeutic recreation activities.
• Trainee or lead staff on specific program plans and implement safety protocols.
• Maintain attendance records and report incidents as needed.
• Assist with transport and supervision as required and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

1:1 support

Therapeutic recreation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

As aTherapeutic Camp Support and Program Instructorwith Camp Erie,you’llget the opportunity tosupportcamp by providing 1:1 andindividualizedsupport tohelp campersparticipatesuccessfullythroughoutthe summer.

Camp Erie is a state-licensed camp program for school-aged children and while the bulk of our programming takes place over the summer, we also offer short-term camps during Thanksgiving break, winter break, and spring school breaks.

• To learn more about Camp Erie program, please view more details by clicking here.

Youmay alsoassistwith our regularly scheduled therapeutic programming doinga variety of duties associated withinstructingbothyouth and therapeutic/adaptive recreation programs.

While this position is intended to end once camps ends, there may beopportunitiesto stay on staff toassistwith year-round Therapeutic Programming needs if your schedule allows.

Anticipated Work Schedule:

• During summercamphours: Weekdays (M – F), daytime hours between7:30a-5:30p, 20-30 hours per week based oncampneeds
• If staying on staff after camp: Evenings and weekends as needed;3-8 hours per weekbased on programming needs

2026 Hiring Range: $20.23/hr- $22.76/hr

Duties And Responsibilities

Additional Responsibilities at Camp Erie

If assigned to Camp Erie, responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Completing all camp licensing training, providing 1:1 support in the camp setting, supporting the development of behavior plans based on campers assessed needs, providing physical modifications or supports
• May act as trainer for other camp staff on specific plan implementation or camper supports

General Duties

• Performs a variety of duties associated with instructing or leading recreation programs for youth and/or individuals with disabilities that may include but is not limited tosession basedactivities, classes, day trips,special events, volunteer opportunities, outdoor recreation, etc. Provides a safe, effective, and supportive learning environment for diverse participants with varying ability levels
• Assists Coordinator in supporting participants in various recreational programs
• Provides inclusion and accommodation support for other program areas as needed and may work 1:1 with individuals with disabilities
• Plans curriculum and conducts individualized or group instruction in areas of expertise
• Stays abreast of latest trends and techniques in areas ofpractice. Evaluates class effectiveness and recommends new classes or techniques
• Ensures participants are performing activities correctly and safely
• Uses knowledgetomodifyand adapt activities for various participant ability levels
• Stays familiar with participants needs and any pertinent medical information
• Maintainsconfidentiality with participant specific information
• Instructs and guides volunteers in various programs
• Sets up and takes down required program equipment
• Drives Town-owned vehicles to and from destinations while transporting passengers. Operates assigned motor vehicles safely and obeys all applicable traffic laws
• Ensures vehicle is ready for use including, but not limited to, obtaining keys, filling with gas, and cleaning vehicle/inspecting upon return
• Ensures passengers adhere to the correct usage of vehicle safety equipment

Administrative Duties

• Maintains program related records and reports, includingaccurateclass attendance records and incident reports
• Provides exceptional guest service to all participants. Responds to information requests,commentsand complaints from participants
• Maintainsvolunteer hour tracking and promotes positive volunteer relationships
• Maintains frequent communications with other staff within the Community Center and Division and reports any issues or concerns with inventory, facility conditions,policiesand incidents to supervisory staff as needed
• Ensures the safety of guests and program participants by enforcing all rules and policies with staff and guests
• Maintainsequipment and completes inventory as needed
• Attends andparticipatesin staff meetings and trainings
• May be considered as a subject expert for area of specialization and may train other staff on specific knowledge
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GEDrequired.
• One-year customer service, therapeuticrecreationor related experience preferred.
• If assigned to Camp Erie:455 hours of verifiable experience in the care and supervision of four or morechildrenover the ages of 4 who are not related to yourequired.

A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid and AED certification within 3 months of hire
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record

EEOC:

The Town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term,conditionor privilege of employment. Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classes.Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct, which has the purpose or effect of substantially interferingwith an individual’s work performance or creating a severe, intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment. This provision applies to all employees, including directors, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as residents, members of all boards and task force groups, contractors, vendors, consultants, etc.