Camp Lead

Summary Provide leadership and supervision of support staff and campers; insure health, safety and general wellbeing of campers. Implement and maintain a highly structured, safe, appropriate, fun‑filled program. Expectations Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. Essential Responsibilities Directly supervise and be responsible for his/her group of children; leading the group in age‑appropriate activities and making modifications/adjustments to the day/schedule to promote maximum participation of all campers. Prepare group environment by following the camp cabin set‑up guide and keep the cabin clean at all times. Breakdown cabin/materials at the end of each week in an organized manner and complete the inventory checklist. Provide feedback and insight to the grouping of campers to the Director and request additional materials needed as indicated for each camper. Support 1:1 staff/campers as needed and provide guidance/therapeutic tools to maximize the camper/staff experience. Ensure the health and safety of all children and group staff by using appropriate methods to caution them regarding unsafe practices, behaviors, and conditions. Follow Camp protocols, report accidents and injuries, and complete incident reports. Plan and lead activities with a group in accordance with the camp schedule. Assign support staff/volunteers appropriate jobs/duties to be performed for the week. Maintain good public relations with parents. Understand that you represent the Autism Project and maintain a positive disposition, demeanor and attire. Attempt to answer parent concerns or make appropriate referrals to the Director. Set and maintain supports for campers using positive reinforcement. Treat campers with dignity and respect. Recognize their individuality and diversity. Assist in maintaining the necessary records involving attendance and sign‑in/sign‑out sheets and related Medicaid billing paperwork. When releasing children, ensure that the proper release procedures are followed and appropriate identification is shown. Report concerns of parents or children to the direct supervisor; complete necessary child abuse report forms as needed. Arrive prepared for the scheduled shift, prepared for constant concentration and visual surveillance of program participants with no distractions. Work in harmony and cooperation with staff, volunteers, and members of the Autism Project. Be responsible for attending and participating in staff training and orientation. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Special Education, or a related field, or extensive experience working with people with an intellectual disability and/or autism spectrum disorder. Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders is a must, along with training in current best practices for supporting individuals with autism. Experience directing adult employees in daily responsibilities and schedules. Ability to stand, walk, run, and get into a pool with campers. Willingness to work as a team member in a rapidly expanding non‑profit agency. Pay Range $19.97‑$32.96 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location GHI‑Johnston‑1516 Atwood Avenue - 1516 Atwood Ave. Johnston, Rhode Island 02919 Work Type m- f 8:00‑5:00pm Work Shift Day Daily Hours 8 hours Driving Required No #J-18808-Ljbffr Brown University Health