UNIT DIRECTOR

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Completed college courses with major field of study related to serving the special needs and disability community desired. (ex. public health, nursing, education, psychology, adapated recreation, etc.)
  • Must have at least one year of previous experience working with special needs populations.
  • Experience at special needs camps and or other camps is preferred.
  • Must hold a current driver’s license. A DMV check will be made. Driving is required.
  • Must hold current American Red Cross CPR and First Aid certificates.
  • Must have demonstrated leadership skills consistent with camp rules and policies.
  • Must be able to lift 75 lbs., and perform the physically rigorous daily care tasks for individuals with disabilities.
  • Must agree to abide by Camp Tuolumne Trails rules and policies
  • Must pass Livescan background check.

Payrate and Benefits

  • On-site housing, meals provided
  • ServSafe, Wilderness First-Aid (WFA), and CPR certifications
  • Dayrate: $120/Day
  • Up to $250 travel stipend
  • $550 End of Summer Bonus!

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Attends Supervisor/Program Staff training prior to staff orientation to assist Camp Director and other staff in the planning of staff training and summer preparation.
  • During orientation, responsible for training staff in all aspects of camper care in addition to other sessions assigned by the Camp Director.
  • Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the counseling staff.
  • Consults daily with the Program Director in all issues pertaining to camper management:
    • Briefing and camper assignments.
    • Special needs: diet, restrictions, etc.
    • Behavior management.
    • Personal care requirements.
    • Complications, problems, emergencies.
  • Works closely with the camp nursing staff in the management of camper care.
  • Directly responsible to the Program Director, but consults daily with other supervisors regarding camper concerns and issues.
  • Assists when needed in program areas, cabins, and with camper care. Care may include: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, lifting, and feeding.
  • Performs ”Supervisor on Duty” duties during staff off time, two times per session.
  • In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Director to ensure the safety of all campers and staff.
  • At the end of the summer program:
    • Completes end of summer report.
    • Ensures that all documentation is complete and given to the Camp Director.
    • Completes counselor performance evaluations and reviews individually with each counselor.