Inclusion Program Director

Town of Concord, MA•Concord, MA

8d•$20 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Concord Recreation is looking for an experienced, patient, and knowledgeable individual to serve as the Program Director for the Camp Three Rivers Inclusion Program. The Program Director will be responsible for all aspects of the program’s operation including camper assessments, friendship facilitation, staff management, and the integration of inclusion strategies throughout the camp day. This person will work with the Recreation Director/Recreation Therapist, general summer staff, and parents to create assure summer camp is a fun and successful experience for all campers.

Requirements

Minimum of two years’ college coursework in the fields of Education, Therapeutic Recreation, Social Work, Counseling, Education, Psychology, or similar field.
Experience working directly with people with disabilities required.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Available to work part-time starting in March to schedule camper meetings and write up success plans
An easy-going, fun-loving personality.
A desire and ability to work well in teams.
An eagerness to receive feedback and willingness to develop leadership skills.
A tremendous work ethic.
Ability to work autonomously as well as take action as needed.
Confidence and positive presence in both group and one-on-one settings.
A personality and character that exudes leadership, flexibility, trustworthiness, creativity, energy, inspiration and positivity.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
CPI or equivalent certification in de-escalation and crisis prevention techniques preferred.
CPR and first aid certified (certification available during staff training).
Available to work for the entire summer and be available for staff training, preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage a caseload of up to 10 campers per week that attend the inclusion program with physical, developmental/intellectual, and/or emotional disabilities.
Successfully manage two inclusion aides who will provide hands-on support to campers, daily.
Responsible for the coordination of camper meetings and written summer success plans prior to the start camp including the collection and interpretation of assessment data.
Support the Assistant Recreation Director in assuring inclusion resources are prepared and organized prior to the start of the camp season.
Expected to participate in all aspects of the camp day including field trips, sports, swimming, arts and crafts, etc. as well as activities of daily living, as needed.
Actively support camp specialists to assure activity plans are appropriate and inclusive.
Maintain a safe environment for all campers and promote participant's success in camp groups.
Represent Concord Recreation professionally at all times especially when communicating with parents/caregivers.
Facilitate inclusion training for camp staff with support from the Assistant Recreation Director.
Effectively communicate with staff regarding campers needs, coping strategies, and adaptations in a positive and confidential manner.
Maintain behavior protocols when necessary.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.