What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Counselor position at UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA INC?
Job Details
Description
Looking to make a difference in an innovative and dynamic non-profit agency? UCP of Central Florida unlocks the potential of thousands of children each year at our campuses, pediatric therapy clinics and parent support programs.
Job Summary:
The Counselor is responsible in assisting in the supervision of 9-15 children and helping to plan and conduct a variety of safe, fun and interesting activities.
Job Responsibilities:
- Creates a climate where students and staff have positive and respectful relationships with each other.
- Assist in the supervision of 9-15 campers and be responsible for their health and safety at all times.
- Implement a variety of camp activities appropriate for ages assigned in
individual, and small and large groups based on the themes/curriculum developed for Summer.
- Participate in all activities with the campers. Encourage and facilitate camper’s participation in all activities by implementing appropriate strategies, such as visual structure and reinforcements.
- Assist and supervise campers in all aspects of self-care, including dressing and undressing, eating, grooming and hygiene, toileting, and any other areas of daily living. If your camper is self-sufficient in these areas, close supervision and monitoring are still required.
- Implement behavior management strategies according to the UCP guidelines.
- Assist in the care and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
- Assist in ensuring that parents/guardians complete and sign daily attendance forms electronically (via Brightwheel).
- Assist in assist in ensuring that parents receive daily or weekly communication regarding their child.
- Document incidents via portal and communicate to parent/guardian and Principal/Summer Enrichment Program Coordinator.
- Report any unusual events or parent/staff concerns to Principal or Summer Enrichment Program Coordinator.
- Attend training, staff meetings and special events as scheduled.
- Act as a role model, representing UCP of Central Florida always.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
What UCP Offers
Our mission at UCP is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment. When you join UCP of Central Florida you partner with a team that is making a positive impact on the futures of our children. For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to enriching the lives of children of all abilities across Central Florida as 8 campuses: Downtown Orlando, East Orlando (near UCF), Kissimmee, Pine Hills, Lake Mary, and Winter Garden.
UCP of Central Florida offers a competitive benefit package available to all employees! Some perks to being a UCP Team Member may include: health insurance (free option after the first year), dental insurance options, free life insurance, paid time off, discounted on-site childcare, 403B/Retirement match, short & long term disability, and support in continuing your education.
Qualifications
Education and Training: (or equivalent)
- High School Diploma/GED
- Active First Aid/CPR Training
- 45 Hour DCF Training
Minimum Experience:
- Minimum of two years of experience working with diverse children in a PreK, school or camp setting.
- Prefer experience working with children with special needs.
Salary : $14 - $15
