Counselor - Summer BREATHE Program (Seasonal)

This job was posted by : For more information, please see : POSITION SUMMARYThe BREATHE Program Lead Counselor position is for the KU After School Program BREATHE, an evidence-based therapeutic summer day camp for children with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The Lead Counselor will provide a fun and engaging experience for children and implement behavioral treatment protocols in accordance with the BREATHE manual. The lead counselor will oversee the duties of counselors and communicate regularly with program directors regarding group progress and concerns.Lead Counselor will attend at least four half-day trainings, beginning in August 2022. Counselors will work 7 hours per week (Tuesdays 2 : 30 p.m. to 6 : 00 p.m. and Wednesdays 3 : 30 p.m. to 7 : 00 p.m.) which includes staff meetings and additional training. Counselors will get at least 120 hours of direct clinical experience plus 64 hours of training, supervision, and support activities.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONWorking with other staff members to plan and coordinate program events.Leading and supporting attendees in age-appropriate sports and recreational activities.Participate in training in behavioral interventions and implement these interventions with fidelity.Monitoring campers to ensure compliance with program rules and prevent accidents.Memorizing all emergency procedures and enforcing program rules.Participate in staff meetings.Compliance with HIPAA guidelines and proceduresMaintains knowledge of and adheres to all standards of Universal PrecautionsOther duties as assigned.