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Residential Camp Counselor

Join us for a summer to remember in the Poconos.

Residential camp counselors assist the Camp Director in planning and implementing an effective summer camp program ensuring a quality camp experience for every camper.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for providing appropriate care to campers including; toileting, bathing, showering, brushing teeth, hair care, dressing, feeding, lifting, transferring, and any other Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s).
  • Assist campers in order for them to participate fully in the camp program.
  • Promote camper independence by providing care, support and choice options.
  • Responsible for the health and safety conditions in their assigned cabins. Keep the cabin clean, sanitary, replace supplies when needed and promptly report repairs to the maintenance staff.
  • Review each assigned camper application prior to the start of camp and fully complete the Camper Observation Form at the end of each session.
  • Communicate with parents/guardians at camper check-in to obtain as much information as possible about the campers.
  • Ensure the Camp Director is made aware of all matters relating to camper safety and well-being.
  • Communicate positively and effectively with campers, other staff, and families.
  • Complete all documentation as requested by the Camp Director including but not limited to the Daily Direct Service form for each camper.
  • Adhere to the agency’s health and safety policies, procedures and HIPAA regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

Essential Functions:

  • Ability to lift up to fifty pounds and/or assist with the transfer of campers.
  • Ability to relate well to children and adults, fellow staff, volunteers, PEEC staff, care providers and parents of campers.
  • Commitment to maintaining high professional standards/ethics in the workplace.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to work with teens and adults with varied developmental levels and special needs.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to lead activities and act as a role model for campers and fellow staff.
  • Must be able to stay overnight in the camp cabins for training week and while the camp is in session.
  • High School diploma or G.E.D. required.