Special Needs Summer Overnight Camp Counselor
COMPASSION • ENTHUSIASM • ADAPTABILITY • TEAMWORK • EMPOWERMENT
Stepping Stones is an award-winning community impact organization that has been serving individuals with disabilities in Greater Cincinnati since 1963! Our Summer Overnight Staycation program invites teens and adults for enriching 5-day retreats in a scenic and highly inclusive atmosphere.
To lead and engage participants in adaptive activities, we are recruiting Overnight Camp Counselors to be part of our dynamic summer team!
As an Overnight Camp Counselor, you will be responsible for creating memorable summer experiences, promoting inclusion and leading participants in a variety of adaptive activities -- including creative arts, sensory science and summer favorites like archery and fishing.
ABOUT OUR TEAM:
We are proud of our long history of providing valuable, paid field work experiences for students pursuing future careers in health sciences, psychology, social work, special education or another related major. We are an enthusiastic "creative crew" who believes in celebrating all abilities and cultivating an inclusive community.
NO EXPERIENCE WITH DISABILITIES? That’s okay, too!
We train everyone from all backgrounds on everything they need to perform their role well!
GAIN FIELD EXPERIENCE IN:
- Planning and executing adaptive activities for teens and adults with disabilities
- Enhancing different forms of communication skills -- i.e. ASL, visual aides and iPad devices
- State and local documentation -- reporting progress on participants' personal goals
- Leading and supervising small groups of participants and volunteers as part of a collaborative team
- Providing an inclusive space that supports participants’ needs
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- First Aid & CPR Certification at no cost to you
OTHER BENEFITS:
- SIGN-ON BONUS: Early applicants will receive a $500 bonus at the end of working the full summer
- HOLIDAY BREAK: June 3- July 8, 2023 off for a long holiday break
- Summer housing and all your meals provided
- Friday evenings and Saturdays off
- Access to washers and dryers for on-site laundry
WHEN WILL YOU BE WORKING?
Our Summer 2023 program season offers eight 5-day staycations with sessions kicking off on June 4 and running through August 3. Our staff team works Sunday afternoons through checkout on Thursday afternoons.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Passionate and outgoing individual wanting to improve the lives of others
- Ability to thrive in a creative team environment
- Comfortable traveling across a large outdoor campus throughout the day
- Ability to successfully complete all required background checks
- Ability to complete all required trainings
- Available to work May 29 – August 5, 2023 (With exception of 6/30-7/8)