Summer Recreation Camp Counselor Per Diem

The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc • Riviera Beach, FL

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Per Diem Recreation Camp Counselor is a hands-on, engaging role supporting participants in our summer recreation program. This position works directly with children and teens with developmental disabilities, assisting in the planning and delivery of fun, inclusive indoor and outdoor activities. Counselors support daily camp schedules and activities while ensuring a safe, positive, and engaging environment. This is a seasonal, per-diem role for the summer, located at Belvedere Elementary School.

Requirements

• General academic or experiential interest in the disability community
• Interest in becoming a Recreational Aide or similar role working with children or the Developmental Disability community
• Familiarity with various indoor and outdoor activities
• Patient and reliable
• Organizational and communication skills
• Energetic and positive personality
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job
• Must work with minimal supervision
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products and other software as required
• Knowledge of recreation activities
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of staff members
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with strong attention to detail and set priorities as required
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Ability to meet drug-free workplace and other required background checks
• Ability to drive to various recreation sites throughout the county

Nice To Haves

• BS in related field or within the Social Sciences, and/or actively pursuing and enrolled in a College program with at least one-year (30 credit hours) achieved
• First aid- and CPR-certified

Responsibilities

• Lead and support indoor and outdoor recreational activities and games
• Assist with daily activity schedules and lesson plans
• Engage participants during group activities, sports, and social events
• Adapt activities as needed to meet participant abilities and program needs
• Support community outings and field trips
• Ensure all safety rules and procedures are followed at all times
• Supervise participants and provide positive behavioral support
• Communicate participant needs or concerns to program leadership
• Attend required trainings related to recreation programs and developmental disabilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees