Camp Program Assistant

Camp Program Assistant

Hours:
Summer 2010
Temporary/Seasonal

Description:
Camp Program Assistants are responsible to assist in developing and facilitating activities for campers in cabin groups within the respective program areas. Activities include archery/riflery, arts and crafts, canoeing, computer, drama, horseback riding, music, photography, nature studies, sailing, and swimming. Position prepares, leads and evaluates programs and maintains inventory necessary for program area. Assists Camp Counselors as needed. Courage Camp Program Staff provide exceptional quality outdoor and indoor experiences for campers with a focus on Courage Center’s mission of empowering people with physical disabilities to reach for their full potential in every aspect of life.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist with all the duties of the Program Specialist.  
• Assumes responsibility of the area when the Program Specialist is not present.  
• Will be in charge of the specific area to which assigned for that day of work.  When not involved in program, act as a counselor and take part in general camp activities.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements: 
1. Must be 16 years old at time of camp
2. Able to plan and lead activities for campers with disabilities
3. Experience, competence and sensitivity in working with people with disabilities and people of diverse races and cultures is a plus
4. Must have the ability to lift campers in care situations and push wheelchairs to participate in camp activities
5. A sincere desire to work with people with disabilities
6. Strong organizational and communication skills, American Sign Language ability a plus

Communications:
An individual is expected to facilitate communications with clients, staff and visitors in all methods available to them:  American Sign Language, Oral English, written communication and use of communication devices.

Physical Demands: 
1. The ability to assist with lifting a client and push wheelchairs
2. The physical stamina and ability to work and participate in all camp activities for a sustained period of time.

Work Environment: 
1. Group living environment
2. Shared living and sleeping quarters