Behavior Specialist

Mass Audubon • South Wellfleet, MA

2d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Wellfleet Bay Nature Center is seeking individuals to foster experiential nature-based learning for campers. We aim to promote positive youth development, stewardship for the environment, and a respectful and inclusive safe space for all our campers. The Behavior Specialist is a caring, positive professional who provides social, emotional and behavioral support, services, and solutions to all campers and staff. They spend each day walking around our site, engaging with camp groups, and checking in on campers who need additional assistance. They communicate via a two-way radio, respond to calls on the spot, and maintain contact with campers’ families.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in counseling, therapy, or related field preferred
• Documented experience working with children and/or youth with special needs
• Provide documented proof of immunity or vaccination record as mandated by MA DPH; complete camp health form and waiver
• Ability to physically respond to situations requiring First Aid and assist campers in the event of an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury)
• Willing to be outdoors for several hours per day in most weather conditions
• Ability to physically access sanctuary terrain and trails easily by foot
• Ability to effectively interact with others, especially children, in camp’s youth-centered environment
• Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and work assignment
• Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the camp administrative team to support the health and well-being of all campers and staff
• Assist the Camp Director Team and Health Care staff, if applicable, to identify and communicate with caregivers whose campers may need support during their camp sessions, review relevant documents (IEPs, family communications), and maintain contact with families throughout their session
• Train, brief, and assist counselors with techniques for working with campers’ behavioral, mental, social, and emotional needs, including campers with special needs (autism, ADHD, non-verbal, sensory integration, etc.)
• Administer direct care to staff and campers in accordance with your skillset, the camp’s health care manual, and treatment procedures
• Respond to radio calls and check in with camp groups before, during, and after the camp day
• Maintain detailed notes of conversations with caregivers, campers, and staff and follow up on needs
• Maintain constant supervision of campers under their care
• Act a substitute leader to ensure staff to camper ratios are maintained
• Serve as a 1:1 aide for campers with high needs when deemed necessary
• Assist with other tasks as needed by Day Camp Program

Benefits

• Free First Aid/CPR training offered in June
• “Pro- Deal” discounts on outdoor clothing, equipment and more at Mass Audubon’s shops
• Network and collaboration with staff from multiple Mass Audubon departments, including Conservation Science and Education
• Hands-on training in natural history, group leadership, and behavior management (as applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees