Summer Day Camp Counselor-Portage Trailblazers (32) (Personal Services)

Day camp counselors will supervise and assist daily needs of campers with disabilities (including feeding, showering, toileting, & dressing). Lead daily activities: arts & crafts, games, dance, music, water, nature, and other programs. Act in a responsible manner while employed, on and off camp grounds, to set a proper example. Work in collaboration with other staff to make the summer a rewarding, challenging and safe experience for all. Staff are expected to lead and/or participate in all camp activities with the campers which may include: playing games, hiking, nature, presentations, crafts and other programs. Staff must provide their own transportation. This position requires leadership by example.
Essential Functions:
1. Supervise a camper group and help each camper adjust and grow with other campers.
2. Assist in developing individual campers independence, self-esteem, and peer relationships in the summer camping environment.
3. Write and decorate aesthetically pleasing camp notes and camper awards each week, due at the time designated by the Program Director.
4. Design and/or lead activities that are safe, fun and promote cabin unity.
5. Keep program areas clean and involve campers in clean-up activities by leading by example.
6. Arrive on time.
7. Interpret safety and health rules, as well as other camp policies, to campers.
8. Actively participate in all activities.
9. Use behavior management techniques as outlined in the policy and procedure handbook.
10. Evaluate camp program and provide input to support staff and directors.
11. Abide by mandatory reporting policies, as described in the policy and procedure handbook.
12. Provide the extra needed medical and personal attention required by campers with disabilities.
13. Offer enthusiasm for camp life and programs.
Other duties as assigned by the Program Director or staff leaders