Amped Up Summer Program

Amped Up Summer Day Program

Experience a fun yet fulfilling summer with the Sterling Heights Parks and Recreation Adaptive Summer Day Program! Join us for the summer of 2026 to help foster growth, celebrate differences, and cultivate fun!

We are seeking creative, compassionate individuals to support the Adaptive Summer Day Program. Our Amped Up program provides children and young adults with disabilities an enriching, inclusive and empowering summer camp experience.

There are three different job classifications within the program; please see below for responsibilities and requirements.

Program runs Tuesday through Friday from June 23 – July 31. Other required trainings scheduled throughout the month of June.

Adaptive Aide (starting at $14.00 - $15.00/hr.)

• Engage alongside and support campers during a variety of activities including sports, games, arts & crafts, field trips, etc.
• Monitor the safety and well-being of campers.
• Aid with activity planning and facilitation as assigned.
• Assist with set-up, clean-up, and supervision tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• • Must be 16 years of age or older.
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.
  • Must pass background check and complete CPR, First Aid and Concussion training. CPR and First Aid training dates will be available through the Sterling Heights Fire Department upon employment.

Adaptive Junior Leader (starting at $16.50/hr)

• Engage alongside and support campers during a variety of activities including sports, games, arts & crafts, field trips, etc.
• Monitor the safety and well-being of campers.
• Assist with camper redirection and behavior deescalation.
• Aid with activity planning and facilitation as assigned.
• Assist with set-up, clean-up, and supervision tasks as assigned.
• Assume responsibilities of the site in absence of the Senior Leader.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• • Must be a high school graduate.
  • Previous classroom or camp experience preferred.
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.
  • Must pass background check and complete CPR, First Aid and Concussion training.
  • CPR and First Aid training dates will be available through the Sterling Heights Fire Department upon employment.

Adaptive Senior Leader (starting at $19.50/hr.)

• Plan and facilitate various activities including sports, games, arts & crafts.
• Some activities are pre-determined but day-to-day activities will be up to the team’s creativity.
• Lead camper redirection and behavior deescalation with support for supervisors.
• Complete incident reports and behavior documentation forms.
• Monitor the safety and well-being of campers. Supervise and lead staff members in a supportive manner.

Requirements:

• • Must be a (minimum) two-year college student majoring in education, recreation, or related field preferred.
  • Previous classroom or camp experience preferred.
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities required.
  • Must pass background check and complete CPR, First Aid and Concussion training. CPR and First Aid training dates will be available through the Sterling Heights Fire Department upon employment

Applications must be submitted by Friday, April 17, 2026.

The Parks & Recreation office is located in the Community Center at 40250 Dodge Park Road. If you have any specific job-related questions, please call 586-446-2700.

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