Unit Director

Compensation $120/day

• Directly responsible to the Camp Director but consults daily with other supervisors regarding camper and staff concerns and issues.  
• Attends Supervisor/Program Staff training prior to staff orientation to assist Camp Director and other staff in the planning of staff training and summer preparation. 
• During orientation, responsible for training staff in all aspects of camper care and supervision in addition to other sessions assigned by the Camp Director. 
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the counseling staff. 
• Consults daily with the Camp Director in all issues pertaining to camper management: briefing and camper assignments, special needs, diet restrictions, behavior management, personal care requirements, etc. 
• Works closely with the camp nursing staff in the management of camper care. 
• Creates and maintains accurate written records including: cabin assignments; duty schedules; restriction, allergy and feeder lists; bumps & bruises charts; shower charts; camper reports; incident reports. 
• Assists when needed in program areas, cabins, and with personal care of campers: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, lifting and transferring. 
• Performs "Supervisor on Duty” duties during staff off time, at least once per session including end of the evening lock up of camp. 
• In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Director to ensure the safety of all campers and staff. 
• Completes counselor performance evaluations and reviews individually with each counselor. 
• At the end of the summer program: ensures that all documentation is complete and given to the Camp Director. 

• Must be at least 21 years of age. 
• Must have at least one year of previous experience working with special needs populations. Experience at AbilityFirst camps and or other camps is preferred. 
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and perform the physically rigorous daily care tasks for individuals with severe physical disabilities. 
• Must hold or obtain current American Red Cross CPR/AED and First Aid Adult and Pediatric certificate. 
• Must have demonstrated leadership skills consistent with camp rules and policies. 
• Must agree to abide by AbilityFirst rules and policies. 
• Must be able to reside on camp premises when camp is in session. 
• All offers of employment are contingent on passing a background check and a pre-employment physical exam which includes a drug screen.