Seasonal Camp Behavior Specialist

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in properties are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website .

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate:$34.00-36.00/hour

Rates aredeterminedbased on relevant experience.

Hours per week:21/week Monday WednesdayFriday9AM-4PM according to schedule below

Job Classification:Nonexempt Seasonal

Job Type:Hybrid

Duration:June222026August142026

Location:deCordovaSculpture Park and Museum Lincoln MA

What Youll Do:

Your Impact:

Are you interested in supportingthesocial-emotional health and wellnessof campersat an art and nature camp this summerThe summer camps atdeCordovaSculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln MAare process/maker focused and inspired by the 30-acre Sculpture Park nature on campus and each participantsunique interests andimagination.

THE HIVE July6-August7 is designed forfifty-sixcampersages5-12 who are curious about the world around them and interested in exploring nature and contemporary artistic ideas through energizing and emergent collaborationsculminating each week inlarge-scale installations in the Sculpture Park.

SUMMER STUDIO FOR TEENSJune29-July 3 and August 10-14 offers opportunities forsmallcohortof1316-year-olds to refine and expand artistic techniques create meaningful connections and develop confidence in their unique artistic voice.

For more information aboutthis summers exciting weekly themes and projects please visit:deCordovaCamps

The Role:

As thedeCordovaCamp Behavior Specialist(CBS) you have a deep understanding of behavioral modificationandchild development and will value collaborative interdisciplinary place-based education and the intersections of art nature and will be excited to share your knowledge to help prepare staff camp spacescaregivers and campers for a successful camp experience.

Prior tocampyouwill review camper profilesandplan andfacilitatea two-hourworkshopfor thedeCordovaCamp Team. During The Hive (July6-August7)youwill beonsite6-7hours on MondaysWednesdays andFriday and on-call Tuesday and Thursday for remote consults or specific requests to be onsite. During Summer Studio (June29-July 3 and August 10-14)youwill be onsite 3-4hours on Mondaysand Wednesdaysand on-call Tuesday and Thursday for remote consults or specific requests to be onsite. Total hours perweekisestimated at21.

Specifically youll:

• Assistin setting up indoor and outdooractivityand quiet spaces that allows all campers to flourish at camp

• Leada stafftraining as it relates to understanding and supporting campers with a range of needs

• Reviewcamper records and documents (IEPs Behavior Plans etc.) prior to attendance

• Communicate with caregivers as necessarybefore or duringcampto set up campers for success

• Take lead in coordinating and implementing strategy plans for campers who wouldbenefitfromaccommodationsand modifications

• Support Instructors and Junior Instructors(ages 15-18)with camperaccommodationsand modifications

• Ensure proper completion and documentation of administrative duties as they relate to camperaccommodationsand modifications

This is a seasonal nonexempt positionworking21hours/week andreporting directly to thedeCordovaCamp Director.

What Youll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• A masters degreeor equivalent experience in social work education child development or other relevantcourseof study.

• Proven expertise in the areas of trauma-informed practices neurodiversity behavior modification and special education.

• Creative passionate open-minded and knowledgeable in a broad range of behavioral social and developmental needs of campers and theircaregivers.

• Effective documenter of camper behavior and ability to share observations and ideastocaregivers andcampstaff.

• Adept at reading IEPs andothercamper documents and providing insight and direction to best support campers.

• Experience working with children with diverse needs abilities and interests.

• Effective communicator andcollaborator withstrong interpersonal skills: helpful calm friendly demeanor.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Mustbe at least21 years old

• Full availability for camp staff training sessions late May/early June and all weeks of camp (June29-August 14)

• Must have or be willing to obtain Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification (provided if necessary)

• Able and willing to work across a 30-acre site both indoors and outside in all types of weather

• Able to lift 40 pounds

• Current authorization to work in the United Statesby the first day of employment

• A satisfactory criminalbackground (CORI)check

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed above We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

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Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.

• Reciprocity:Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.

• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties discount event tickets and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .

Required Experience:

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