Overnight Summer Camp Adaptive Leader - Camp Marston

YMCA of San Diego County•Julian, CA

5d•$106 - $112•Onsite

About The Position

The Overnight Adaptive Leader is responsible for working individually with campers with special needs and helping to facilitate the inclusion into a typical overnight camp setting. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of campers, participates in implementation of quality YMCA programs and objectives, and serves as a positive role model.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or older and have obtained high school diploma or GED.
Previous experience working with children with special needs.
Academic background or experience working with children, or experience in the special needs field, health field, or related.
Complete mandatory 24-hour pre-camp training.
In-service trainings and staff meetings as assigned including Child Abuse Prevention Training.
Must be able to live on-site during program season.
Good customer service and communication skills when interacting with campers, parents, and the community.
Conflict resolution and problems-solving skills, along with the ability to maintain a positive approach.
Visual and auditory ability to respond to critical incidents and the physical ability to act swiftly in an emergency.
CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, obtained within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross American Heart Association American Safety & Health Institute

Responsibilities

Facilitate inclusion of children into typical overnight camp programs.
Work individually with a child with special needs.
Ensure the safety and well-being of campers.
Provide constant supervision and comfort to campers and serve as a leader and positive role model.
Facilitate skits, games, songs, crafts and other camp activities.
Create an age-appropriate learning environment, which allows for and fosters creativity and individuality for campers.
Communicate effectively with supervisor, staff, campers, and parents.
Contact parents each week prior to the first day of camp. Thereafter, maintain daily communication and feedback with parents.
Prepared and ready to assist with campers throughout the night.
Actively follow and model all rules, operating procedures, instructions, and established emergency procedures.
Ensure the camp environment is welcoming, genuine and nurturing for all campers and guests.