Recreation Counselor Per Diem
Hebron, CT, USA
Req #903
Friday, May 19, 2023
Oak Hill has been enhancing the lives of people with disabilities since 1893! We invite you to join our team of highly committed professionals. Founded in 1893 by trailblazer and visionary, Emily Wells Foster, Oak Hill has over 129 years of experience providing the highest quality services to people with varying disabilities. Oak Hill sets the standard, partnering with people with disabilities, to provide services and solutions promoting independence, education, health, and dignity.
About the Position:
Recreational Counselors are responsible for facilitating and leading individuals with disabilities through the participation of various camp and recreational activities. Provide assistance and engagement with the programmatic elements of Camp by supporting participants in a safe environment, while promoting a meaningful and enjoyable experience for all. The Recreational Counselor works under the supervision of the Camp Manager and Director of Camps and Recreation. Recreational Counselors will have contact with Camps and Recreation staff, Oak Hill employees, individuals with disabilities, campers, and caregivers. This position does not include supervision of other staff or direct supervision/direct care of participants.
Qualification Requirements:
Qualification Requirements:
High school diploma/ GED, willingness, and ability to learn how to provide for campers of all ages and ability levels.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participates in preparing Oak Hill’s Camps and Recreation facilities for campers prior to their arrival, including the preparation of materials for service provision.
- Supports campers/participants with navigation of programmatic offerings and directs questions to the appropriate lead staff.
- Provides instruction and executes activities to facilitate engagement and participation in recreational programs through creative experiences, modifying activities to support individual needs.
- Attends and participates in team meetings to provide input on the needs of campers/participants assisting Oak Hill’s Camps and Recreation lead staff with the evaluation and implementation of accessible modifications.
- Interacts with campers/participants in a professional and age-appropriate manner, consistent with the idea of role modeling and the enhancement of self-esteem. Treats information regarding campers/participants with discretion to maintain confidentiality.
- Additional duties and responsibilities as determined by the Camp Manager and Director of Camps and Recreation.
- Represents Oak Hill’s Camps and Recreation program in a positive and professional manner while interacting with campers/participants, co-workers, families and others; ensure that all actions, activities and decisions are aligned with Oak Hill’s vision and values; creates a welcoming person-centered environment.
We support equality for and advancement of all people, based on their qualifications and actions alone, without regard to color, gender, age, religion, national origin or disability.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly