Head Counselor, Summer Camp

Soar365•Chesterfield, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a reliable individual to join our team at SOAR365. This is a great opportunity for a motivated and hardworking person that truly takes pride in their work. If you feel that you are the right one for the job and meet the qualifications, please apply today. We look forward to meeting you! A little about us: We are SOAR365! Our programs and services have always been designed for individuals and families who are coping with the daily real-world challenges of living with a disability. To that end, we've continually added more ambitious and thoughtful programs over the past 65 years. And today our services have a profound impact on more than 1,300 people and their families.

Requirements

Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required.
Ability to give and take direction; possesses strong organizational skills.
Ability to lead individuals, small groups and large groups of both staff and campers.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 1-2 years of college preferred but not required.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Experience in the areas of special education, psychology, recreation, therapy preferred.
Knowledge of programs/activities in camp environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide supervision and instruction to activity specialist and camp counselors employed in our Summer Camp program.
Lead counselors in ensuring the general safety, well being, and enjoyment of the campers.
Maintain professional relationships with team members and those served.
Oversee all Activity Specialists in planning and carrying out meaningful activities (arts and crafts, nature, recreation, horseback riding, paddle boating, music, and swimming).
Ensure that quality activities are occurring daily.
Ensure evening activities are being completed by activity specialists each night.
Assist Activity Specialists with ordering and maintaining supplies.
Complete weekly checklists (required by ACA to stay in compliance).
Rotate to assist activity specialists throughout the day.
In the case of any incident, ensure Supervisor is made aware, all required documentation is completed, policy and procedures for incidents are followed and the Compliance Director is contacted.
Act as a floater between cabins as necessary to assist cabins with camper personal care needs.
Ensure that each of the Lead Counselors complete daily documentation as assigned.