What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Counselor position at Families of Autism Coming Together?
About us
Families of Autism Coming Together is a small business in Virginia Beach, VA. We are inclusive, supportive, social and our goal is to provide an enriching social experience while engaging in recreational activities that are supported in a safe and enriching environment.
Our Vision: For people with autism, Camp GonnawannaGOagin’ is meant to be a haven from the daily struggles of learning, communicating, and interpreting the world around them. We passionately believe that “people with autism are peple first”.
Our Program: FACT is a non-profit organization that hosts seven one-week sessions of camp each summer. Camp is in session Monday through Friday from 9:00AM until 3:00PM with a staff meeting every morning at 8:00AM. Students 6 and older with a primary diagnosis of autism are eligible to attend. Camp offers everything a day camp for typical children would offer swimming (beach, pool, Ocean Breeze), community-based field trips, games, sports, music, and crafts. FACT employs a knowledgeable and compassionate staff that works on a 1:2 ratio with campers. Every camper is assigned a typical “peer buddy” that models expected behavior and offers acceptance and encouragement. Camp utilizes a variety of communication tools, best practices in behavior management, and ongoing positive reinforcement to ensure the best possible experience for each child..
Our work environment includes:
- Safe work environment
- Growth opportunities
- Flexible working hours
- Casual work attire
- On-the-job training
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Company perks
- Regular social events
- Lively atmosphere
We are looking for energetic, outgoing and responsible individuals to join our team of camp counselors. The successful candidates will be responsible for interacting with campers and ensuring the safety, care and development of our children. A camp counselor's responsibilities include:
Lead Teacher Requirements: Proof is required to be submitted
- 18 years or older
- Attend Mandatory Training (provided by FACT) and an Interview with the Program Director and/or Executive Director
- One of the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Higher in Special Education or related field and 8 hours of ongoing related educationPursuing Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education or related field and 3 months of Supervised experienceHigh School Diploma with minimum of 1-year supervised experience and 24 hours of ongoing related education/training
- Fingerprinting for Criminal Background Check (Paid by FACT – instructions sent upon hire)
- Sex Offender Registry Check (Paid by FACT – instructions sent upon hire)
- TB Screening/Test done within the last two years from 8/20 of the current year.
AID Requirements:
Proof is required to be submitted
Students who will be 16 years old by June of the current year, may complete an employment application to camp staff. Aids will be assigned to a lead teacher and assist them with overseeing two campers with Autism and up to two non-disabled inclusion campers. Aids should be available to work at minimum of 2 weeks and may work as many as 6 weeks. Aids will be paid based on their age and experience. Applicants not hired will be offered volunteer positions for community service hours if desired. Aids hired do not receive community service hours.
- 16 years or older on or before June 16 in the current year
- Attend Mandatory Training (provided by FACT) and an Interview with the Program Director and/or ExecutiveDirector
- Fingerprinting for Criminal Background Check (Paid by FACT – instructions sent upon hire)
- Sex Offender Registry Check (Paid by FACT – instructions sent upon hire)
- TB Screening or Testing done within the last two years from 08/20 of the current year
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $12.00 - $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $17