Summer Only - Camp Ability Coordinator

At Easterseals Crossroads, we envision a community with 100 percent equity, inclusion, and access for people with disabilities. To achieve our vision, we serve and advocate for people with disabilities and their families.

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Position Description:

The CampAbility Coordinator is responsible for managing the daily operations of the summer day camp, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for campers. This role oversees CampAbility (for campers ages 4-10years of age), classroom leads and assistants, supervises before and after care programs, and collaborates on curriculum development. The Camp Coordinator plays a key role in staff training, camper behavior management, and overall program execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily camp operations, ensuring a well-structured and positive environment.
• Supervise and support classroom leads, assistants, and volunteers.
• Assist in the development of camp activities, including events, crafts, and STEM projects.
• Manage the Before and After Care program, including staffing and scheduling.
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to train and evaluate camp staff.
• Lead daily and weekly staff meetings to discuss camp operations and expectations.
• Communicate daily with families regarding session themes, activities, and necessary items.
• Support classroom leads in behavior management, guidance, and redirection of campers.
• Obtain Safety Care certification prior to the start of camp.
• Manage supply purchases, track receipts, and handle reimbursement processes.
• Complete all necessary paperwork, including incident reports, in a timely and thorough manner.
• Coordinate with the Program Manager for transportation, field trips, volunteers, and special visitors.
• Oversee camper medication, including check-in, documentation, distribution, and return.
• Maintain organization of the camp site and serve as a liaison for location partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and Safety Care certification (or willingness to obtain before camp).

Experience:

o Previous experience working with individuals with disabilities.

o Classroom or group management experience preferred.

o Experience developing relationships with families and staff is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt in a dynamic camp environment.
• Commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging experience for campers and staff.

This position is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional who is passionate about working with children and creating a meaningful summer experience.