Summer Camp Program Specialist
Summer Camp Program Specialist
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Job Description
Are you a creative energetic individual with a passion for planning and leading activities Join us this summer at Camp Easterseals Virginia (ESVA) as a Camp Program Specialist where youll play a vital role in creating fun inclusive and adaptive programs for children and adults with disabilities. If youre excited about working with a diverse group of campers and want to make a lasting impact we want you on our team!
What Youll Do
As a Camp Program Specialist you will help plan adapt and lead a variety of engaging activities for campers with varying physical and developmental needs. From arts and crafts to canoeing and themed evening programs youll ensure every activity is fun safe and accessible for all participants. In addition to supervising activities and maintaining program areas youll assist in the cabins with camper care and daily routines. Your creativity and support will play a vital role in providing a positive and memorable experience for every camper.
Why Youll Love This Job
Working at Camp ESVA is not just about getting a paycheckits about making a real difference while having fun and growing personally and professionally. Heres what you can expect:
- Competitive Pay: Details are listed in the question section of the application)
- Room & Board: All meals including smores and accommodations are provided.
- ClimateControlled Cabins
- Biweekly Salary
- bonuses for referrals and returning staff
- Team Atmosphere: Work alongside passionate people from around the world.
- Professional Development: Gain invaluable experience working with individuals with disabilitiesa great addition to resumes for those pursuing careers in education healthcare social work and more.
- Days Off: Enjoy two full days off between each camp session to relax recharge and explore the surrounding area.
- Beautiful Location: Work in a serene wooded environment with activities like ziplining canoeing and horseback riding just steps away.
What Were Looking For
To join our team you should be enthusiastic creative organized passionate about the outdoors and comfortable leading activities while working with children and adults with disabilities. We also require the following:
- You must be at least 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED required (some college coursework preferred in recreation or a related field)
- Have a valid drivers license and clean driving record
- Physically able to participate in activities and assist with program area maintenance
- Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 weeks at our camp!
If you are kind caring with a sense of humor and seeking a rewarding opportunity where you will impact the lives of others please apply directly at: https://eastersealsport/campeasterseals/
About Camp Easterseals
Camp Easterseals Virginia operates as part of Easterseals PORT Health. For 65 years Camp Easterseals has provided quality recreational and therapeutic camp programming in the beautiful countryside of New Castle Virginia. Children and adults with disabilities are able to experience all the outdoors has to offer including horseback riding canoeing swimming arts and crafts ziplining and campfires thanks to an amazing group of dedicated team members just like you.
Our working environment supports employee and client health with a no tobacco use policy (tobacco free and smoke free) in all offices client facilities properties and agency vehicles.
We believe that by leveraging the unique strengths and perspectives of our workforce we can advance our just cause while building a healthy sustainable organization. Thats why we listen seek to understand & act to make ESPH an Inclusive Culture Different Voices Embracing Potential Authentic Self & Learning & Growing (IDEAL) organization.
Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
