Day Camp Life Enrichment Camp Counselor

The J•Chesterfield, MO

11d•$18 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Our caring and enthusiastic Inclusion Counselors provide one on one support to children with developmental disabilities as they participate in regular camp programming and participate along with campers in a variety of activities including: swimming, outdoor activities, crafts, drama, sports, and nature. Camp runs Monday - Friday, June 1st - August 15th. Camp Counselors will start employment as of May 26th.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Minimum of 18 years of age is required.
Experience working closely with children or youth with developmental disabilities is required.
Understanding of the unique needs of children and youth with developmental disabilities is required.
Must have auditory, visual, ambulatory, cognitive, communications and physical ability to complete major tasks in the program.
Ability to provide guidance, supervision, and engage with children in an enthusiastic manner is necessary.
Ability to relate to and communicate with one’s peer group, parents, as well as to child’s age and skill levels are necessary.
Ability to assist children and youth in emergency situations, including fire, evacuation, illness, or injury is required.
Should possess good character, integrity, and adaptability.
Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control in a dynamic environment is necessary.
Current CPR and First Aid certification is required and must be maintained. Training will be provided if necessary.
Registration in good standing on the MO Family Care and Safety Registry is required for these positions

Nice To Haves

Current college student or graduate in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend mandatory staff orientation and Parents’ Meet and Greet
Engage with campers at all times
Support camper as they participate in group or individual activities, helping them to be successful in all camp programs
Write and maintain progress notes pertaining to each camper’s goals
Make accommodations to activities, as needed, to allow the campers to fully participate
Facilitate transitions or sensory breaks as needed
Assist campers with personal care needs as needed
Appropriately manage crisis situations related to behavior or health as needed
Work cooperatively with counselors and specialist leading the program
Care for the physical and emotional well-being of campers at all times
Provide quality customer service at all times
Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving
Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
Enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
Attend all staff meetings throughout the summer
Maintain good attendance
Follow and enforce all JCC and Day Camp rules and regulations