Camp Counselor

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Experience working with individuals with disabilities is desired.
  • Physically capable of handling the rigors of day-to-day care for campers with physical and intellectual disabilities, ages seven to older adults. Campers may weigh from 35 to 300 pounds.
  • Must agree to abide by Camp Tuolumne Trails rules and policies.
  • Must be able to lift 75 lbs.
  • Must be able to reside on camp premises when camp is in session.
  • Must pass LIVESCAN fingerprinting and Department of Justice background check.

Payrate and Benefits

  • On-site housing, meals provided
  • ServSafe, Wilderness First-Aid (WFA), and CPR certifications
  • Dayrate: $115/Day
  • Up to $250 travel stipend
  • $550 End of Summer Bonus!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Attends and participates in staff orientation and ongoing training sessions throughout the summer.
  • Responsible for the care and supervision of assigned campers. This includes providing and/or assisting as needed in the personal care needs of the campers: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, lifting and transferring.
  • Directly responsible to the Unit Director.
  • Prepares written reports on each assigned camper and submits to Unit Director each session.
  • Performs cabin duty at night and afternoon rest periods according to a rotating schedule.
  • Assists program staff as needed during assigned activities as well as during evening programs. This includes assisting in: swimming, horse/donkey grooming, sports, hiking, crafts, performing arts, and nature studies.
  • On the last day of each session, assists in the cleaning and preparation of camp for the next incoming group of campers.
  • In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Manager to ensure the safety of campers and staff.