Summer Camp Counselor

About the position

Do you have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities and special needs? Consider being a Camp Counselor with Easterseals Florida Camp Challenge!! Our fully accessible camp provides adolescents and adults with disabilities and special needs a getaway filled with laughter, friendship and fun! Our camp counselors are a big part of making that happen. We are currently seeking energetic, motivated and creative individuals to fill our camp counselor positions for our Summer Camp program. As a camp counselor, you assist campers in recreational activities such as sports, nature, the challenge course, arts and crafts, swimming, talent night, and making s'mores at campfires. Additionally, you assist with the personal care needs of some of our campers, such as assisting with meals, bathing, dressing, toileting, sensory needs, and helping manage difficult behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Assist campers in recreational activities such as sports, nature, arts and crafts, swimming, and talent night.
• Help with personal care needs of campers including meals, bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support campers with sensory needs and manage difficult behaviors.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one to three months related experience and/or training.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Great communication skills.
• Compassion, energy, and creativity skills.
• Ability to assist in the physical care of campers including lifting and transferring.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred, but training will be provided.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.

Nice-to-haves

• Students in psychology, social work, physical/speech/occupational therapy, nursing, or related fields looking for experience.

Benefits

• Stipend of $405 per week for Summer Camp.
• Opportunity to gain internship or practicum hours.