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Job Location: New Canaan, CT

Salary Range: $16.35 Hourly

Description

Special Cares: Inclusion Support Counselor

FLSA: Non-Exempt

GENERAL FUNCTION
To ensure the overall safety of assigned campers as well as the other campers in the group. To provide support for those campers with individual challenges/needs. Encourage inclusion within designated camp groups and offer adaptations/interventions as needed. Report daily camper activities to SCC coordinator and family/caregivers.

KNOW-HOW

Must be at least 16 years of age, 18 years of age and over preferred.
Previous camp experience and/or related experience with children with diverse abilities.
Studying or Degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology or related field.
Related experience with children with special needs.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

To be a role model throughout each and every camp by instilling the YMCA Four Core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Caring.
Arrive at camp 30 minutes before camp day begins and remain 15 minutes after assigned camp day ends (unless otherwise requested by Camp Director).
Attend all camp staff meetings.
Always aim for inclusion while conducting own alternative activities, assisting Counselor/Specialists in daily in all camp activities including, but not limited to: aquatic instruction, free swim, arts & crafts, games, storytelling, singing, Family Picnics, and special events.
Plan and implement modified/diversified programs for campers, keeping in mind their needs, interests, and ability level.
Continually assess campers needs and implement schedules, transition warnings and breaks as needed.
Maintain a firm, yet safe environment for campers.
Demonstrate proper attitude and enthusiasm towards camp and encourage participation in activities.
Supervision of and responsibility for: “Special Cares” camper(s) first as assigned to you as well as the other campers in your group when applicable.
Help foster the intellectual, social, and physical growth of campers by providing a meaningful and enjoyable camp experience.
Conduct own and/or assist Unit Head in planning of group, unit and camp activities.
Care and proper storage of all equipment and supplies.
Maintain open communication with parents, campers and all staff members at all times.
Report any behavior challenges to Director of Special Needs and Camp Director who will assist in reporting to parents.
Set a good example to campers by respecting rules, showing respect for the outdoors and dressing appropriately.
Participate in all AM & PM assembly, songs, games, activities, etc.
Assist and attend family nights and special events.
Perform other duties as designated by the supervisor.
Job Description may be changed at any time by supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to: climb, kneel, reach, push, swim, balance, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, repetitive motions, navigate stairs, stoop, crawl, walk, lift, talk, hear, and sit. The employee may occasionally need to exercise these physical labor demands: exerting up to 20-60 pounds of force occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close/far vision, ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision, depth perception, and field of vision. Acute hearing is essential to this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
In this position, this person will be frequently required to work in outside weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, this individual may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat/cold, wet and/or humid environments, and moderate noise.

EFFECT ON END RESULT
Campers will be included in full camp experience to the best of their ability. Campers will increase their knowledge and skills of specific sports and games. Campers will be exposed to the four core values of Honesty, Respect, Responsibilities, and Caring. Campers will enjoy constructive activities that instill teamwork and fair play for the duration of each camp period.

Qualifications

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