Summer Camp Staff - Project Explore 2026

Exceptional Family Resources • Syracuse, NY

5d • $17

About The Position

ARISE/Exceptional Family Resources is looking for reliable and energetic staff for our summer day camp, supporting teens and young adults with developmental disabilities. We are hosting 2 sites in Onondaga County this summer in the East Syracuse and Syracuse areas. Our summer program, Project Explore, is provided for campers aged 13-30 in a 1:2 group setting. There are typically 8-10 campers and 4-5 staff each day of the program. Camp runs Monday through Friday, and staff hours are typically 11:30am - 5:30pm (except for Wednesdays which run 8:30am-5:30pm to accommodate longer trips such as to Sea Breeze and Treman Falls). Staff and campers have daily opportunities to swim, hike, play games, visit local parks and beaches, explore new locations, and make long-lasting friendships. Camp runs June 29th - August 14th, with multiple trainings at the end of June. No experience is necessary, but successful applicants must be energetic, outgoing, positive, and enjoy the outdoors. Staff are required to provide transportation for campers using their own vehicle and must have a valid driver's license; mileage is reimbursed at $0.725/mile. Positions start at $17/hr and increase based on years of experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by June 29, 2026." Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire by the non-profit agency.

Requirements

• Must be energetic, outgoing, positive, and enjoy the outdoors
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age by June 29, 2026
• Background check, fingerprinting and DMV record check will be conducted prior to hire

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation for campers using own vehicle
• Supervise campers aged 13-30 in a 1:2 group setting
• Participate in activities such as swimming, hiking, playing games, and visiting local parks and beaches

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed