Camp Activity Staff
Hiring for summer of 2023 for our Summer Camp Setting, anticipated start date of May 27, 2023! Must be able to live on camp site for the duration of employment.
This position pays $450.00 per week, temporary position from June - August
About Quest
Quest, Inc. empowers Central Floridians with developmental disabilities by offering opportunities to live, learn, work and play.
About Quest's Camp Thunderbird
Quest’s Camp Thunderbird provides engaging recreational programs for adults with developmental disabilities in an unforgettable summer camp setting.
Camp Activity Staff Responsibilities:
- Plans activities in specialized area as well as evening programs and all camp activities, including activity documentation (including activity plans, evening program plans, rainy day plans and other)
- Regulates camp safety regulations for guests and fellow staff members
- Conducts checks of activity area and equipment for safety, cleanliness and good repair
- Facilitates engagement in camp activities by leading activities and assigning responsibilities to participants
- Maintains a resort like environment for persons served, other team members and visitors
- Cares for guests served with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting (including incontinent care), feeding and repositioning when assigned to assist in cabin times
- Lives on-site during summer season to ensure availability to meet guest’s needs during their stay at camp
- Inventories assigned activity areas at start and end of summer season
- Participates actively in all required camp trainings and meetings, facilitating specific training sessions/meetings when assigned
- Facilitates guest choice in activities by providing variety and information on available choices within activities
- Recognizes guest achievement through camp guest recognition programs and determines awards appropriately
- Follows all Quest policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Camp Counselor Education/Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; some college coursework in Special Education, Recreation Services, Psychology, or similar field preferred
- Previous experience working with individuals of varying abilities (especially developmental disabilities) preferred
- Experience working in specialized activity area