What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAMP COUNSELOR position at Camp Tuolumne Trails?
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities is desired.
- Physically capable of handling the rigors of day-to-day care for campers with physical and intellectual disabilities, ages seven to older adults. Campers may weigh from 35 to 300 pounds.
- Must agree to abide by Camp Tuolumne Trails rules and policies.
- Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
- Must be able to reside on camp premises when camp is in session.
- Must pass LIVESCAN fingerprinting and Department of Justice background check.
Payrate and Benefits
- On-site housing, meals provided
- ServSafe, Wilderness First-Aid (WFA), and CPR certifications
- Dayrate: $120/Day
- Up to $250 travel stipend
- $550 End of Summer Bonus!
Duties and Responsibilities
- Attends and participates in staff orientation and ongoing training sessions throughout the summer.
- Responsible for the care and supervision of assigned campers. This includes providing and/or assisting as needed in the personal care needs of the campers: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, lifting and transferring.
- Directly responsible to the Unit Director.
- Prepares written reports on each assigned camper and submits to Unit Director each session.
- Performs cabin duty at night and afternoon rest periods according to a rotating schedule.
- Assists program staff as needed during assigned activities as well as during evening programs. This includes assisting in: swimming, horse/donkey grooming, sports, hiking, crafts, performing arts, and nature studies.
- On the last day of each session, assists in the cleaning and preparation of camp for the next incoming group of campers.
- In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Manager to ensure the safety of campers and staff.
Salary : $120