Camp Counselor

Job DescriptionJob Description

1. Work with assigned campers to promote safety, independence, exploration and integration into the camp community.  Facilitate camper self-esteem through positive interactions and building a relationship of trust.

2. Demonstrate positive behavioral management techniques and communicate with individuals in a person-centered, age appropriate manner.  Inform the Head Counselor and other camp staff about health, behavioral, and programmatic issues that occur.

3. Actively participate in the camp program with assigned group by supporting campers at whatever level they may need.

4. Assist Activity leaders in program facilitation and demonstrate a positive attitude about all camp activities  Live cooperatively within the camp community and assist with evening cabin or program responsibilities..

5. Complete assigned notes, daily logs, and other documentation thoroughly, accurately and in a timely manner.  Attend and actively participate in required trainings, team meetings, and supervision meetings.

6. Develop free time activities that promote team work, positive interaction and personal growth.

7. Adhere to State of Maryland, PATH, American Camp Association, CARF, and Melwood policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility

: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Experience

Required

Ability to follow directions as well as multi-task.

Experience with behaviors and special needs.

1 year:

Working with children.

Preferred

Experience with personal care, like dressing, bathroom monitoring, grooming, etc.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company DescriptionA dynamic nonprofit providing jobs and opportunities for people with disabilities for over 50 years and counting in the greater Washington, DC area.Company DescriptionA dynamic nonprofit providing jobs and opportunities for people with disabilities for over 50 years and counting in the greater Washington, DC area.

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