Camp Counselor- Camp Colonie (Temporary)

What You'll Do

Camp Colonie is a unique outdoor summer school and recreational program for children with disabilities. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a desire to work outdoors with children, and a willingness to work closely as part of a team to support the students and campers.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Greet children at the entrance to the program and walk with them to class, assisting where necessary to settle campers in.
• Sit with children and engage them in activities, participating in songs, cleaning up, and providing prompts as needed.
• Engage children in conversations during meal times to reinforce social skills.
• Absorb and maintain "good hygiene" (hand washing) during bathroom times.
• Provide proper supervision during pool time as mandated by the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Promote socialization through small group activities chosen by the children.
• Provide ample praise to reinforce positive behaviors and involvement.
• Read and become familiar with the child's IEP and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), if applicable.
• Act as a member of the teaching team, assisting other staff and children as needed.

You're a Great Fit for This Role If You Have:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• The ability to obtain or become CPR/First Aid certified.
• Previous camping experience (though not required).
• Flexibility, a desire to work outdoors, and experience with children.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must possess a New York State Student Employment Certificate if under 18 years old.
• Experience with recreational activities, music, songs, skits, crafts, archery.

Compensation

$16.00-17.00/hr.

Position Type

Full Time - Temporary

Who We Are

Camp Colonie is a unique, outdoor summer school and recreational program for children and young adults 5-21 years of age. The camp provides a supportive and supervised program for individuals with physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities as well as typically developing children and young adults.

The Fedcap Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are an EEO employer committed to diversity.