What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adaptive Camp Summer Program position at Frederick County , Inc.?

Salary : $16.75 - $21.75 Hourly

Location : Parks & Recreation Division - Frederick, MD

Job Type : Part-Time Non-Benefited

Job Number : FY25-00477

Department : Recreation

Opening Date : 12 / 17 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

JOB INFORMATION

Join our vibrant team for Summer Camp 2025! Regardless of your college major or career plans, experiences in our camps will allow you to learn and develop new skills while working in a fun & engaging environment. Our summer camps will provide you with skill-building, leadership, and training opportunities that will help build your resume and set you up for future success.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Seasonal position; non-benefited; part-time; up to 40 hours per week; Monday-Friday; Shifts vary between 8 : 00am - 4 : 30pm.

CAMP DIRECTOR- $21.75 per hour

This position will plan and implement camp activities (in accordance with County Day Camp Regulations) for individuals ages 6-18 with physical, developmental, and / or intellectual disabilities. Supervision is given to an Assistant Director and Counselors, as required; Supervision is received from Recreation Specialists or positions at a higher classification.

ASSISTANT CAMP DIRECTOR - $18.75 per hour :

This position will assist the Camp Director with program planning, implementation and daily camp operations (in accordance with County Day Camp Regulations) for individuals ages 6-18 with physical, developmental, and / or intellectual disabilities. Direction may be given to Counselors. Supervision is received from the Camp Director, Recreation Specialist or positions at a higher classification.

CAMP COUNSELOR- $16.75 per hour :

This position will supervise and lead groups of individuals ages 6-18 with physical, developmental, and / or intellectual disabilities in camp activities. Direction is received from the Camp Assistant Director. Supervision is received from the Camp Director, Recreation Specialist or positions at a higher classification.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

CAMP DIRECTOR

Assist with opening and / or closing the camp daily (including set-up or clean-up)
Greet parents and children
Plan, supervise, and lead educational and recreational camp activities, group activities (about 5-12 children), for children with physical, developmental, and / or intellectual disabilities ages 6-18 years old
Plan, supervise and lead all-camp activities, special events, special speakers, and field trips
Plan, follow-up and evaluate the work of camp staff
Participate in all activities
Supervise the safety of campers and perform daily inspections of the camp facilities
Prepare weekly parent information letter
Prepare, review and maintain records and reports
Implement camp safety plans as needed
Maintain supply inventory
Provide necessary activity modifications to allow participants to access all facets of the program and ensure participant engagement
Manage behavior protocols and communications of disciplinary / corrective actions with parents and staff
Perform some personal care duties as needed
Direct the work of camp staff
Perform other related duties as required

ASSISTANT CAMP DIRECTOR :

Assist with opening and / or closing the camp daily (including set-up or clean-up)

Greet parents and children

Plan, supervise, and lead educational and recreational camp activities, group activities for children with physical, developmental, and / or intellectual disabilities ages 6-18 years old

Plan, supervise and lead camp activities, special events and field trips

Plan, follow-up and evaluate the work of camp staff

Participate in all activities

Supervise the safety of campers and perform daily inspections of the camp facilities

Help prepare weekly parent information letter

Prepare and maintain records and reports

Maintain supply inventory

Provide necessary activity modifications to allow participants to access all facets of the program and ensure participant engagement

Maintain behavior protocols as needed

Perform some personal care duties as needed

Act in place of the Camp Director as needed

Perform other related duties as required

CAMP COUNSELOR :

Assist with opening and closing camp daily

Greet parents and children

Supervise and lead small and large group activities

Participate in the set-up and cleanup of games and crafts

Supervise the safety of campers

Maintain behavior protocols as needed

Provide necessary activity modifications to allow participants to access all facets of the program

Perform other related duties as required

ALL POSITIONS :

Implement safe practices as they relate to participants, staff, programs and facilities

Gather recreation equipment and supplies pertaining to the program; as well as, set up for the program or activity

Maintain program areas by cleaning up during and after activities

Maintain attendance and activity records and complete required reports

Work as a team. Positively and successfully perform within work team dynamics.

Maintain regular communication with supervisor regarding program enhancement opportunities and any concerns regarding operations

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualifications / requirements, knowledge / skills / abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

CAMP DIRECTOR

Minimum age 21 years by June 1, 2025

High school graduation or the equivalent

Minimum 6 months (2 summer seasons) of experience leading and supervising groups of children in a recreational or school setting

Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or able to become certified before camp session begins (current certifications must be maintained throughout employment)

Experience working with people with disabilities either in a paid or unpaid (volunteer) capacity

ASSISTANT CAMP DIRECTOR :

Minimum age 18 years by June 1, 2025

High school graduation or the equivalent

Minimum 3 months (1 summer season) of experience leading and supervising groups of children in recreational or school setting

Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or able to become certified before camp session begins (current certifications must be maintained throughout employment)

Experience working with people with disabilities either in a paid or unpaid (volunteer) capacity

CAMP COUNSELOR :

Minimum age 16 years by June 1, 2025

Current certification in First Aid and CPR (infant / child and adult), or able to become certified before camp session begins

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities

Ability to effectively lead and supervise groups of children in camp activities

Ability to adapt programs to include all campers

Ability to effectively evaluate emergencies and unexpected situations and promptly respond in an appropriate manner

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, children (individually and in large groups) and their family members, and the general public

Ability to provide strong leadership skills

Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to accurately prepare and maintain data, forms and reports

Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate with parents / families regarding participant

Ability to show compassion, patience, sensitivity and energy

Ability to adapt programs to fit the developmental and physical needs of the individual

Knowledge of adaptive and inclusive recreational programs, activities, and practices

Knowledge and understanding of behavior management strategies and ability to enforce behavior management strategies when necessary

Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices; growth and development of individuals of different ages and abilities; varying types of disabilities and medical conditions; current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards and best practices

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR :

Previous work or volunteer experience with people with disabilities

A degree from an accredited college or university

Additional closely related experience

Secondary language skills in American Sign Language

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS FOR ALL LEVELS :

Physical requirements include the ability to move / travel over camp-related terrain in indoor and outdoor areas; to lead and participate in activities as described above; and to load, unload and set-up recreational equipment

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

Ability to provide own transportation to assigned camp and other sessions / meetings as needed

Ability and willingness to participate in planning and training sessions before camp sessions begins

Must be available to work all 5 weeks of camp

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include) :

An evaluation of training and experience

One or one interviews

A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation.

This description reflects management assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Position is not eligible to receive benefits with exception to the 457 Plan as listed below.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation :

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement now and pay taxes later by contributing a portion of their salaries pre-tax to the plan. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, you will not be considered further.

I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.

Which one of the following items indicates your current level of education?

Less than high school graduation

High school graduation, GED or equivalent

Some college credits

Any level degree received

What age will you be by June 1, 2025?

21 years or older

18-20 years old

16-17 years old

Under the age of 16

What level of experience leading and / or supervising children in a recreational and / or educational program setting (camps, playground programs, etc.) do you have?

Less than 3 months experience

I have 3-6 months experience

I have 6 or more month experience

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment / service and the duties you performed.NOTE : If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.

Do you have additional related education and / or experiences?

Do you have previous work or volunteer experience with people with disabilities?

Do you have secondary language skills in American Sign Language?

What position(s) are you interested in? Please check all that apply :

Camp Director

Assistant Camp Director

Camp Counselor

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