Camp Jack Junior Counselor

People Inc

Fall River, MA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Childcare, Diabetes, Diversity, Employee Retention, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Training Program
LOCATION
Fall River, MA
POSTED
27 days ago

Camp Jack Junior Counselor

Pay $15/hour

Temporary position - 32 hours.

SUMMARY:- Counselor supports campers and staff members under the supervision of the Camp Director

and Camp Leadership Team. This position is designed for youth ages 1617 who are interested

in developing leadership, communication, teamwork, and childcare skills within a structured

camp environment. Junior Counselors serve as positive role models for younger campers while

assisting with daily camp activities, camper supervision, and program support. Applicants must

have attended Camp Jack for at least one prior season. A Type 1 diabetes diagnosis is preferred

but not required; however, priority consideration will be given to applicants living with T1D.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Attend mandatory orientation sessions, diabetes training, and educational programming

as required

Act as a role model for program participants

Assist with implementation of scheduled camp activities

Assist camp staff with daily camper support responsibilities, including snack distribution

and helping campers retrieve lunches from designated refrigerated areas when assigned

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized camp environment by completing daily rotating

tasks, such as trash removal and sanitizing eating and activity areas

Monitor and restock water stations

Assist with end-of-day cabin cleanup procedures

Enforce program safety rules and maintain a safe and clean environment

Report all concerns to the Camp Director or Camp Jack Leadership

Participate in all program staff meetings and all required training sessions, including

Agency and in-service training sessions, as scheduled

Maintain all program and Agency required trainings

Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to provide current copy of required health records

Ability to interact in a professional manner with campers and coworkers

Ability to follow policy and instruction

Must be between the ages of 16 and 17 years old

Ability to provide a Massachusetts Youth Workers Permit

Join us! #peoplewithapurpose

People Incorporated is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce that reflects the diverse backgrounds of those we serve is what drives our Agencys success. We continue to promote an environment of continuous learning, inclusion, mutual respect, and belonging to ensure our employees feel valued, seen, and heard.

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About the Company

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People Inc

People Inc. is Western New York's leading non-profit human services agency. Through a variety of services including residential, employment, community outreach, health care and recreation programs, we help seniors, families and people with disabilities live more healthy, independent and productive lives.

Our History

In 1970, a small group of parents and professionals joined together to address the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities and formed what would grow to become People Inc. The agency expanded its mission to include a wider variety of services to address the needs of people with developmental disabilities and disabling conditions, as well as the general public. Over the years, People Inc. has grown greatly in numbers of populations served, spectrum of services, geographic locations, and number of sites.

Our Vision

People Inc. is working toward a future where all persons whose needs limit their integration into the community can reach their highest level of human potential as responsible members of society. It is hoped that these individuals will, to their potential, be contributing and active members in their communities, enjoying the greatest possible degree of independence and acceptance, in all aspects of their lives.

Our Mission

People Inc. exists so that individuals with disabling conditions or other special needs have the supports they need to participate and succeed in an accepting society.

Our Values

Improving lives, respect, integrity, relentless pursuit of excellence, flexibility and creativity

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
WEBSITE
http://www.people-inc.org/careers