Company Name: The Threshold Inc.
Job Name: Summer Day Camp Counselor
Job Description:
The Threshold is looking for energetic individuals to work in our Summer Youth Day Camp Program. Throughout each day, youth are encouraged to learn skills to meet their goals while being active and having fun in this community-based program. This program will start with virtual training in April and move to in-person training the week before camp begins. Exact dates for our program are pending but will be mid-June to mid-August.
What type of activities are planned?
- Examples may include visits to YMCA and library, tour of businesses, expending energy at local parks, fishing, bowling, festivals, music and other local events.
Responsibilities:
- Staff need to plan and finalize details of activities that could not be scheduled in advance. Staff need to create/coordinate activities for unplanned time (i.e. mornings at the park, inclement weather, etc.).
- Supervision of assigned participant(s). You will assist youth in building friendships, social connections with their peers, and improve communication and safety skills.
- Provide encouragement and motivation to engage in all the activities offered. Have fun alongside them. Be a good role model.
Skills that are helpful:
- Experience working with children in a camp or daycare setting
- Experience working with people with disabilities
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with campers and parents
- Ability to manage classroom behavior and foster a positive environment
- Background in special education or early childhood education
- Skills in tutoring, sports coaching, or theater can enhance camper engagement
This is a great opportunity for those exploring careers focused on serving people with disabilities. This is also a great opportunity for any college-aged students home for the summer.
This is a full time, temporary position for our summer camp. Must be 18+ and have a valid WI driver's license. Role starts Mid-June and goes until Mid-August.
Applicants can apply at:
https://www.thresholdinc.org/join-our-team/ or reach out directly to Cheyenne Collom at
hr@thresholdinc.org
