Summer Program Counselor [Therapeutics Counselor]

THIS IS A SEASONAL POSITION

Parks & Recreation

Summer Program Counselor [Therapeutics Counselor]

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled 

Salary: $17.00

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this job is to oversee summer camp youth with mild to moderate disabilities including but not limited to Physical, Emotional, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Attention Deficits and Learning Disabilities in an attempt to enhance their development through enrichment activities.  We serve youth ages 6 – 18 for seven weeks by implementing integrate reading, conflict resolution, and social action in an activity-based curriculum to promote social, cultural and historical awareness.  Duties include but are not limited to: working cooperatively with administration and camp staff, supervising youth, planning and implementing activities, promoting camper participation, maintaining facilities and supplies, providing superior customer service, attending meetings, instructing campers in emergency procedures, abiding by organizational policy and procedures and performing other duties as required.