Departments

Part Time Position: Senior Counselor - Specialized Recreation

Number of Positions: Varies

Closing Date: 04/12/2012

Salary: $9.00/hour

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Recreation

Minimum Requirements

Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities is required.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Decision making skills
  • Experience working with people with developmental disabilities
  • Understanding and application of various behavior management techniques
  • Flexibility
  • Ability to plan and implement recreation activities

Position Duties

Specialized Recreation is currently recruiting camp staff for Aquatic Adventure Camp and Camp Exploration. These camps are for individuals with disabilities and are offered at the same location on alternating weeks and will be staffed with the same team.

Responsibilities: Counselors are responsible for the daily needs of the campers in their group (medication, feeding, toileting, behavior management, and First Aid) while leading activities that are chronologically and developmentally age appropriate. Counselors supervise campers, participate in scheduled activities, handle discipline issues, and maintain contact with parents. Other duties will include addressing medical and behavioral concerns and completing camper paperwork.

Responsible to: Camp Director or Senior Recreation Program Specialist

Contact: Mererdith Homlotis (919) 831-6640

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