Summer Camp Site Leader (Seasonal)

Easter Seals Southeast WI•West Allis, WI

About The Position

The Camp Site Leader is responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily camp operations including facility care, activity planning and camper care as needed. Camp Site Leader directs, coordinates and works collaboratively with day camp staff and volunteers to ensure quality programming for all.

Requirements

A high school diploma, GED, or HSED required.
Successful physical examination/TB test required.
A Criminal Background Check must meet the requirements of the State of WI licensure for day programming.
A minimum of one (1) year of experience working with individuals with disabilities in a health care or social service setting is required.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with proof of insurance required.
Ability to work effectively with other agency staff, family members of those served and the community at large.
Able to exercise appropriate personal care techniques.
Ability to follow directions.
Ability to exercise safe lifting techniques.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Awareness of disability issues.
Ability to interact with people from culturally diverse backgrounds and display strong customer relation skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to problem-solve issues.
Self-motivated and able to work independently.
Must be organized and able to handle multiple tasks.
Must be honest, dependable, and able to meet deadlines.
Must exercise sound judgment in making decisions and act accordingly.

Nice To Haves

Current CPR, First Aid, CPI, and/or Universal Precautions training/license preferred.

Responsibilities

Interacts with participants in a respectful, age-appropriate, and culturally appropriate manner by honoring participant preferences and requests, in conjunction with behavior plans and care information.
Intentionally support the development of camper character by modeling and promoting independence, confidence, and self-advocacy through daily interactions, activities, and structured programming.
Leads assigned department personnel. This includes the following responsibilities, but not limited to scheduling, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and the completion of all work performed.
Acts as a role model to all by modeling appropriate interactions with participants, staff, volunteers, families and community members.
Educates and trains assigned staff on all department and agency policies and procedures.
Contributes to staff final evaluations
Meets with assigned staff to identify and resolve problems, and reports continuing or unresolved problems to the Respite Supervisor.
Reviews activity plans and assists in providing quality programming.
Ensures the safety of each participant by monitoring activities, maintaining a sanitary, clutter-free environment, pool set-up, monitoring and maintenance (as applicable) and participating in safety training and emergency drills.
Supports camp counselors as needed and reports performance issues to Respite Supervisor.
Oversees volunteers assigned to the group and complete evaluations weekly.
Participates in meetings and events, including fundraisers, as required.
Plans and conducts the weekly “all-camp” activities, which includes preparing the space for planned activities.
Leads daily morning staff meetings (Wil-O-Way only), records daily camp attendance, and/or maintains camp staff communication log daily (Respite Camps).
Maintains positive communication and interaction with family members and caregivers by encouraging involvement, engaging them when appropriate, being responsive to calls and inquiries, supply daily “go home” notes, and updating them on health-related concerns.
Communicates with Respite Supervisor frequently, which includes updating on camp operations and concerns.
Document and report all cases of illness or change in condition to Respite Supervisor and help participants that become ill.
Ensures the safety of each participant by monitoring activities, maintaining a sanitary, clutter-free environment, and participating in safety training and emergency drills.
Reports suspected abuse, neglect, and exploitation of participants immediately to the Respite Supervisor per program and agency policies and procedures.
Stays abreast of emergency procedures and/or updates for each program scenario to ensure staff awareness of protocols in the event of an emergency.
Monitors camp’s grounds for cleanliness and safety and reports issues to the Respite Supervisor, includes assuming responsibility for the use and maintenance of program equipment and supplies.
Organizes, coordinates, and distributes field trip information to staff and campers.
Purchases camp supplies as needed.
Completes final clean-up assignments and inventory.
Posts and check group/pod weekly schedules.
Completes camp evaluations prior to the last day of camp.
Coordinates transportation needs of clients.
Participates in assigned meetings, professional development, and training as required.
Assist Respite Supervisor with the planning and implementation of camp orientation.
Assist staff with the maintenance of program areas, supplies, and equipment ensuring that they are clean/disinfected, stocked/replenished, and in good working order daily.
Supports participants with ADLs (toileting, bathing, ambulating, transfers, feeding, changing clothes, etc.
Performs other duties (or functions) as assigned.