Summer Camp Counselor

Pediatrics Plus Website•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Pediatrics Plus is seeking Summer Camp Counselors to help create a positive, engaging classroom environment where children can learn and thrive. Pediatrics Plus is a specialized pediatric healthcare provider that supports children through evidence-based therapy and education, specialized facilities and equipment, family support, and community investment. The counselor manages classroom operations, supports implementation of children's treatment plans, delivers curriculum and lesson activities, and promotes children's learning and development through structured and playful experiences. The role also involves maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary environment; keeping records and classroom billing current; communicating professionally with children, families, and staff; and following company and regulatory policies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work with children from birth through age 21 and families who are at risk.
Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, policies, and other company documents; comprehend simple instructions, correspondence, and memos; and write simple correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Must report to work appropriately dressed and comply with company dress-code policies.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to accurately communicate information and ideas through sight and hearing.
Ability to walk, run, jump, sit, stand, stoop, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and use hands and fingers to handle, lift, reach, and feel.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Near and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of the classroom.
Review children's treatment plans, suggest changes to the Assistant Director or Director, and ensure plans are implemented.
Implement daily lesson plans, review them with classroom staff, and ensure curriculum activities are completed.
Ensure required reports are updated, completed, and submitted on time.
Complete classroom billing through deTASO.
Keep classroom supplies stocked daily.
Maintain visual supervision of children at all times.
Promote a positive emotional climate through respectful interactions, harmonious relationships, and approved discipline techniques.
Maintain an environment conducive to preventative discipline and speak to children, parents, and staff in a pleasant, caring, well-modulated voice.
Attend and actively participate in job-related program functions and represent the program positively to parents, visitors, and the public.
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary learning environment; keep children clean, change clothing when necessary, and disinfect toys and other materials daily.
Remain actively involved with children during physical activity to promote gross and fine motor development.
Immediately report health and safety concerns to the Assistant Director, Director, or Nurse.
Complete required training and follow company policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements, including EIDT, Arkansas Childcare Licensing, and the Arkansas Health Department.
Respect the rights of children and families served by the clinic and maintain confidentiality of children's and employees' information.
Respond to internal and external information requests according to clinic policy.
Perform simple housekeeping and janitorial tasks.
Engage with children and use teachable moments throughout the day, including teaching through curriculum activities and play.
Use Pediatrics Plus-approved techniques for engagement, teaching, and behavioral redirection.