Summer Camp Program Coordinator

Job Title: Summer Camp Coordinator (Lake Sammamish)

Job Type: Seasonal: June 12 to August 29 / Monday to Friday / approximately 8am- 4pm

Job Summary: Supervise youth and adult camp counselors and volunteers. Safely facilitate outdoor recreation programs for people ages 7 with disabilities.

Location: Lake Sammamish State Park in Sammamish, WA

Supervisor: Day Camp Program Manager

Who We Are:

The Outdoors for All Foundation enriches lives through outdoor recreation. Founded in 1979 in the Pacific Northwest, Outdoors for All is a national leader in delivering adaptive and therapeutic recreation for children and adults with disabilities. Each year more than 3,000 individuals exercise their abilities thanks to the training and support of more than 850 volunteers. Outdoors for All enriches the lives of individuals with disabilities and families and helps them to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. Outdoors for All’s programs include; snowboarding, snowshoeing, cross country and downhill skiing, cycling, mountain biking, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, youth and adult day camps, yoga, military programs, weekend excursions and group programs.

Summer Camps:

Outdoors for All Youth & Adult Camps provides an active camp environment for children and adults with cognitive, sensory, and physical disabilities. Camps are for ages 7 and up. Our goal is to build each camper’s social development, self-confidence as well as fine and gross motor skills by supporting the needs of each camper. Camps are designed to provide a welcoming, fun and nurturing environment; activities are structured as “challenge by choice,” allowing for a wide variety of abilities, fitness and fun!

Responsibilities:

• Maintain safety of participants, volunteers, and staff at all times during day camp activities by coordinating risk management strategies.
• Supervise day camp staff and volunteers.
• Drive Outdoors for All vehicles, trailers and equipment for event and program needs. Load, unload and operate recreational equipment as needed for the program.
• Deliver adaptive recreation programs by providing instruction in adaptive sports such as cycling, hiking, rock climbing, and kayaking.
• Respond to urgent and/or emergency situations if they arise.
• Mentor, advise and debrief with camp counselors.
• Assist with camper behavior support and de-escalation.
• Coordinate with program staff regarding facilities, vehicle and equipment logistics.
• Problem-solve unexpected changes in activity plans and incorporate creative solutions.
• Lead campers through various public outings, including field trips to the zoo, aquarium, public library, public playgrounds, etc.
• Provide feedback to parents/caregivers as needed in daily progress reports, behavior reports, morning or afternoon check-ins, phone calls and/or e-mails.
• Compile information, statistics, and materials needed for the Outdoors for All direct service delivery.
• Ensure camp supplies, equipment, and vehicles are stocked and ready for use as needed.
• Be on time and prepared for each camp activity.
• Participate fully as a member of the Outdoors for All summer seasonal staff team.
• Be a positive representative and promoter of Outdoors for All programs, events, and activities in our community.
• Other duties as identified.

Qualifications:

• 21 years of age or older.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License; must verify own auto insurance; ability to be insured by our insurance provider.
• Current First Aid card and CPR training. Lifeguard certification a plus.
• Passion for and experience in adaptive techniques and/or ability to assist rock climbing, cycling, hiking and kayaking.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Experience supervising and mentoring young adults in a professional setting.
• Behavior de-escalation training and experience.
• Ability to be flexible, creative, and positive in a variety of situations.
• Ability to consistently lift, carry and load adaptive cycles and other equipment that may weigh 50 pounds.
• Commitment to a positive, fun and team-oriented working environment.
• Ability to attend Day Camp training from June 12-13 and 16-18.

Salary: $24.00/ hr.

Status: Seasonal

Hours/Days: Training is June 12-18. Camp is June 23 – August 29/ 35- 40hrs per week. No camps July 4 (all other dates required).

Benefits: Sick leave – accrued over time

Please send Cover Letter and Resume to: Brittany Farrell, Program Manager: brittanyf@outdoorsforall.org

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24