UNIT DIRECTOR

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completed college courses with major field of study related to serving the special needs and disability community desired. (ex. public health, nursing, education, psychology, adapated recreation, etc.)
• Must have at least one year of previous experience working with special needs populations.
• Experience at special needs camps and or other camps is preferred.
• Must hold a current driver’s license. A DMV check will be made. Driving is required.
• Must hold current American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certificates.
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills consistent with camp rules and policies.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs., and perform the physically rigorous daily care tasks for individuals with disabilities.
• Must agree to abide by Camp Tuolumne Trails rules and policies
• Must pass Livescan background check.

Payrate and Benefits

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attends Supervisor/Program Staff training prior to staff orientation to assist Camp Director and other staff in the planning of staff training and summer preparation.
• During orientation, responsible for training staff in all aspects of camper care in addition to other sessions assigned by the Camp Director.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the counseling staff.
• Consults daily with the Program Director in all issues pertaining to camper management:
  • Briefing and camper assignments.
  • Special needs: diet, restrictions, etc.
  • Behavior management.
  • Personal care requirements.
  • Complications, problems, emergencies.
• Works closely with the camp nursing staff in the management of camper care.
• Directly responsible to the Program Director, but consults daily with other supervisors regarding camper concerns and issues.
• Assists when needed in program areas, cabins, and with camper care. Care may include: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, lifting, and feeding.
• Performs ”Supervisor on Duty” duties during staff off time, two times per session.
• In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Director to ensure the safety of all campers and staff.
• At the end of the summer program:
  • Completes end of summer report.
  • Ensures that all documentation is complete and given to the Camp Director.
  • Completes counselor performance evaluations and reviews individually with each counselor.