Camp Counselor

Job Description:Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone’s life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people.Purpose:To provide persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities an exciting camp experience by providing the support and assistance needed.Qualifications:Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug ScreeningsPreferable possess a Valid Driver's License that meets company standards for approved driver status.Must possess basic computer skills and be proficient in the English Language (written and oral)High School Diploma or equivalent if required by work locationMust be 18 Years of age or OlderEssential Functions:Beginning June 15, Counselors are required to attend a mandatory Four-Day Training course.Beginning June 22, Counselors are required to attend a Mandatory two-hour weekly training session every Monday throughout the camp season.Provide continuous engagement, support, and guidance to ensure each camper can participate in camp activities to the best of their ability.The Counselor is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy and supportive environment by actively monitoring Campers need remaining attentive to potential risk, and taking proactive measures to safeguard each camper's health, safety and well beingDuties include but are not limited to the following: hygiene care, assisting with/ showering/ bathing/toileting, oral care, dressing, assisting with/ meals-feeding, and any additional care requiredWillingness to participate in any additional responsibilities to support the overall success of the camp program as necessary.Hourly: $19.00WKDYBSTThis position will remain open until filled. If you were referred by a current Sunrise employee, please make sure to indicate so when completing the employment application process.This company is a Drug-Free Workplace. As part of our policies, all candidates for employment must submit to a pre-employment drug screening after receiving a conditional offer of employment. A positive confirmed screening, or refusal to submit to such screening, will result in a withdrawal of the conditional job offer.Direct Support roles within this organization are mandated reporters, and as such must report any instances of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that they are involved in or witness.Sunrise is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Compensation and benefits estimated range: the pay range represents the base hourly rate or salary that the company in good faith believes it will pay for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined by factors including geographic location, skills, education and relevant experience.Benefits Offered: At Sunrise Community, Inc. we provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, wealth and wellbeing. For this position benefits include: Paid time off, Retirement plan, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sunrise-Northeast