Site Director (Summer Camp)

The Site Director is responsible for the organization, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs for children and adults with disabilities.

 

The position is part-time and includes morning and afternoon hours. Camp runs during the summer for 8 weeks, and times vary depending on the specific camp (either 9am-3pm, 12pm-6pm, or 12:30pm-5:30pm). Additional hours are required for orientations, planning, preparation, shopping and clean-up. The Site Director will supervise Camp Counselors assigned to their site, who will work to help with supervision and care of participants. Site Directors are direct leaders of their site and are responsible for all aspects of their camp including supervision and performing emergency care.

 

Must be 21 years or older and certified in CPR, First Aid, and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention). Prefer applicant to have or be working toward a degree from an accredited university in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, or equivalent experience in recreation setting, working with individuals with disabilities.

 

Must pass a criminal background check by the state of Illinois as well as a Driver Abstract. Must have a clear and free driving record, and pass a Pre-Employment Physical including a drug and alcohol screening.

 

Transportation to and from M-NASR programs is the responsibility of the part-time staff.

 

1. Provide a safe and structured environment for camp. Follow all M-NASR safety policies, including camp-specific requirements: camper cards, water bands, etc.

2. Provide guidance and supervision for camp counselors and volunteers.

3. Paperwork – lesson planning, evaluations and attendance forms, accident/incident reports and applicable safety forms and completing these items in a timely manner.

4. Driving an Association van or other vehicle to camp or away trips.

5. To supervise and evaluate job performance of the camp counselors.

6. Dispense camper medications. Keep an updated, organized schedule of medication distribution.

7. Attend mandatory orientations, meetings and trainings prior to and during the camp season.

8. To complete all other tasks necessary to ensure a successful summer camp.

 

1. Maintain open communication with the Program Manager, Assistant Site Directors and Camp Counselors with information concerning camp programming, staff, families and/or participants.

2. Supervision of individuals with disabilities, including behavior management and CPI techniques as well as physical holds as an absolute last resort.

3. Complete weekly lesson plans which include structured, unique recreation activities that will enable our campers to achieve their goals.

4. Leading recreational activities and participating in those which are being led by others.

5. Gathering, loading, transporting and setting up equipment.

6. Transferring individuals and/or pushing individuals in wheelchairs.

7. Multitasking, prioritizing and delegating.

 

1. Picking up general materials (i.e. printed brochures, special supplies).

2. To maintain the program facility in a neat and orderly manner.

 

1. Staff will comply with all M-NASR Safety Policies and Procedures and carry out all tasks in a safe manner.

2. Attendance at various safety in-services will be required.

 

1. Worker must be able to respond to the needs of individuals with disabilities.

2. Worker must be able to work under stressful conditions.

3. Worker must be able to maintain professional boundaries with other staff, families, participants and individuals in the community.

4. Worker must be able to maintain professional attitude with other staff, with participant family members and with individuals in the community.

 

1. Must be able to lift and transfer participants or equipment safely.

2. Must be able to perform physical restraints if necessary.

1. Worker must be able to demonstrate good problem-solving, safety awareness and judgment in keeping with the mission of M-NASR.

2. Worker must be able to receive and inform others of rules, policies and directions.

 

1. Worker may work with flammable material.

2. Worker may be exposed to hazardous vegetation (i.e. poison ivy, etc.) during activities.

3. Worker may be exposed to extreme weather conditions (i.e. rain, heat, etc.)

 

1. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, stooping, walking, running.

2. Good vision.

3. Good hearing at conversation levels.

4. Capable of clear communication skills.

5. Operating a 15-passenger accessible van.

6. Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical

  assistance or team lift.