Summer Day Camp Inclusion Counselor

　　Salary

　　$16,732.14 - $25,098.22 Annually

　　Location

　　Boynton Beach, FL

　　Job Type

　　Seasonal

　　Job Number

　　2024-0108

　　Department

　　Recreation and Parks

　　Division

　　Rec & Parks - Recreation

　　Opening Date

　　01/08/2024

　　Closing Date

　　5/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　FLSA

　　Non-Exempt

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Purpose of Classification

　　The purpose of this seasonal job classification is to plan and supervise recreation activities during summer day camp programs. Position is responsible for assisting children with disabilities to assimilate into the day camp setting.

　　The City of Boynton Beach Recreation & Parks Department offers an inclusive summer camp program. We invite children of all abilities to participate in summer camp. An Individual Recreation Plan (IRP) will be created for each individual who requests a reasonable modification under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Summer Camp Inclusion Counselor is responsible for carrying out the Individual Recreation Plan and documenting the process.

　　Essential Functions

　　The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

　　Participates in orientation training. Becomes familiar with and implements camp policies, procedures, and philosophy as stated in the Summer Camp Staff Manual, and learns the role of the camp counselor.

　　Reviews and implements IRP. Evaluates IRP and provides feedback as needed. Communicates any questions, concerns or feedback to supervisory staff. Organizes and sets up programs and activities; gathers materials, supplies and equipment for use in implementing plans; and supervises recreation activities.

　　Resolves differences that may arise during play.

　　Assists at all camp check-ins and check-outs with assigned roles and responsibilities.

　　Participates in all activities with campers. Encourages and facilitates camper's participation in all activities by implementing appropriate strategies, such as visual structure and reinforcements.

　　Implements behavior management strategies according to the guidelines stated in the Summer Camp Staff Manual. Discusses these strategies with supervisory staff.

　　Coordinate with the City's ADA Coordinator in reference to reviewing/implementing IRP's & evaluations.

　　Greets the public; answers questions about registered participants from parents; meets parents/care providers daily or as needed and discusses the camper's week with them. Discusses with parents of children with disabilities if the agreed upon program modification(s) are being successfully met.

　　Assures that all of the camper's belongings are returned to guardians.

　　Opens and closes the recreation building; checks buildings; reports any maintenance problems; and maintains order in the building.

　　Complies with established policies, procedures, and regulations of the Recreation and Parks Department and the City.

　　Maintains the cleanliness of all areas of camp utilized by campers and camp staff. Completes assigned cleaning jobs. Stores supplies appropriately after use.

　　Performs all other duties as assigned.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　High school diploma or valid equivalent; and

　　Six (6) months previous experience working and/or volunteering with children with disabilities in a summer, day camp, and/or child care setting; and

　　Must possess valid CPR/First Aid Certification prior to date of hire and must maintain the certification thereafter.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Qualifications for education and experience must be metbeforeconsideration of the following Preferred Qualifications:

　　Possession of Florida State Department of Health Forty (40) hour Childcare Certification.

　　Certified Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Teacher.

　　Must possess (or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.

　　Supplemental Information

　　COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES

　　Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

　　Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.

　　Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.

　　Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.

　　Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.

　　Ability to communicate with parent/guardians in reference to their child's behavior or development throughout camp.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

　　Knowledge and understanding of how to lead and/or participate in all aspects of camp activities.

　　Knowledge of behavior-management techniques.

　　Knowledge of safety regulations and emergency procedures.

　　Knowledge of the child developmental process and needs of youth.

　　Knowledge of group management techniques.

　　Knowledge of the limited abilities of youth as it relates to their ability to participate in recreational activities.

　　Knowledge of environmental factors that could have a negative effect on campers, such as bad weather, water hazards, poison ivy and wild animals.

　　Ability to plan activities for children with disabilities to successfully assimilate the children into the day camp setting and program.

　　Ability to accurately follow the requested accommodation, which may include an individualized inclusion plan, to ensure the needs of children with disabilities are met.

　　Ability to plan and coordinate weekly schedule of activities for youth.

　　Ability to interpret and appropriately apply health and safety regulations to those youth participating in the day camp.

　　Ability to observe each camper daily and check for cuts, bruises, skin rashes, or other indications of illness or injury.

　　Ability to help the campers with daily self-maintenance tasks.

　　Ability to serve as a positive role model for campers, including attitude, punctuality, treating others with respect, sportsmanship, etc.

　　Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with camp participants, parents of campers, other camp employees and

　　volunteers.

　　Ability to offer guidance in-group and camp-wide activities.

　　Ability to work as part of a team to ensure that all camper's needs are met in a fair and appropriate way.

　　Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and initiate necessary action.

　　Ability to remain calm and act resourcefully in an emergency and in stressful situations.

　　Ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for group problem solving.

　　Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

　　Ability to keep camp supplies and equipment in good shape

　　Ability to work with a variety of age and skill levels.

　　Full time benefits package not available for part-time employees. EAP is available for all employees (full-time and part-time).

　　01

　　Do you six (6) months previous experience working and/or volunteering with children with disabilities in a summer, day camp, and/or child care setting?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　Do you possess valid CPR/First Aid Certification prior to date of hire and must maintain the certification thereafter?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you have possession of Florida State Department of Health Forty (40) hour Childcare Certification?

　　Yes

　　No

　　04

　　Do you possess (or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license?

　　Yes

　　No

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　City of Boynton Beach

　　Address

　　100 E. Ocean Ave

　　City Hall - Human Resources

　　Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435

　　Phone

　　5617426275

　　5617426275

　　Website

　　http://www.boynton-beach.org

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