Summer 2025 Camp Counselor for Adults with Disabilities

What We Have for You!

Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey? We're seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals to make this summer an extraordinary experience for campers with disabilities. As a counselor, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, inclusive, and magical environment where every camper can shine! You’ll be their supporter, their teacher, their entertainer, their encourager, and, most importantly, their friend.

Benefits:

• A summer filled with adventure, joy, and personal growth.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of extraordinary campers.
• Lifelong memories, friendships, and an experience that will stay in your heart for years to come.
• Free housing for the entire summer and meals when camp is in session!

A Day in the Life!

As a Camp Counselor, you’ll start each day waking up your campers and getting them hyped up for a fun day! You’ll help them get ready each day, ensuring everyone has had their morning personal care needs including assisting in brushing teeth, showering them, and all their toileting needs. Then, take them to breakfast and prepare them for all the fun activities! You’ll spend your day helping them participate in each activity to the best of their ability and encouraging them to try new things. Moving them through their day with fun, love, and laughter! End your days with a campfire or evening programming under the stars!

What We Expect of You

• Create a welcoming atmosphere where campers of all abilities feel valued and included in all camp activities. Use your creativity to bring inclusivity into every aspect of camp life.
• Facilitate meaningful connections among campers, help them build lasting friendships and gain valuable social skills.
• Listen with an open heart and offer emotional support to campers when needed. Show genuine care and understanding, helping campers navigate their feelings and experiences.
• Encourage, plan and participate in exciting, accessible activities that foster personal growth and self-discovery. From zip lines to arts and crafts, help campers explore the world around them.
• Always uphold the safety standards, especially when assisting campers with mobility or other direct care needs. Attend to any medical or behavioral concerns with patience and professionalism.
• Care for all physical needs of campers. This may include dressing, feeding, toileting, showering etc. Observe and assess camper behavior, applying any procedures or techniques as needed.
• Collaborate closely with fellow counselors, camp staff, and volunteers to ensure a cohesive and harmonious camp experience. Embrace the unique talents and contributions of each team member.
• Assisting in incoming and outgoing camp activities including check-in and cleaning of the cabin and other camp areas. Responsible for keeping the cabin and camp areas clean and organized.

Living Requirements: Summer Camp season runs for 10 weeks, from May to August with sessions beginning on Sunday afternoon and ending on Friday afternoon – time to enjoy your weekend away to recharge! As a Camp Counselor, you will live here in a cabin with all your housing and meals, while camp is in session, provided for you!

What Do You Need to Qualify?

• A heart filled with compassion and dedication to the well-being of campers with physical, cognitive, and/or developmental disabilities.
• Enthusiasm, positivity, and a willingness to adapt to the ever-changing needs of our campers.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is a plus, but not required.
• Clear background check from local, state, and federal agencies
• Complete all pre-summer paperwork, required training, and orientation activities.
• High School graduate or equivalent, or at least 18 years of age
• Understanding of HIPPA confidentiality and sensitivity (training provided)
• Ability to assist in teaching and assisting campers with activity participation
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, compassion, self-control and team player

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to actively participate in camp activities, including assisting campers with mobility needs, responding to emergencies, and maintaining constant supervision.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather, remain on your feet for long periods, and perform physical tasks like bending, crouching, and lifting.
• Maintain high energy and enthusiasm throughout the day
• No alcohol or drug use while at camp.
• Must have the physical, auditory, and visual ability to respond to critical incidents.

Position Information:

Job Type: Full time, seasonal, salary position.

Employment Dates:

May 26th – May 31st: Summer Staff Training

June 1st – August 8th: Summer Camp

June 27th – July 7th: Break Week

August 8th – Final Night Party

Schedule: Live on campus from Sunday to Friday. Friday evening and Saturday evening are free, returning to camp by Sunday morning. Break times and time off throughout the week based on rotating schedule.

Pay: $400 per week.

Included:

Living quarters – in cabin with campers.

All meals during summer camp sessions.

Free parking/storage if needed

Reports to: Camp Director

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