Camp Unit Assistant
Position Purpose:
Unit assistants are the primary caregivers for each camper. The unit assistant is responsible for coordinating with Unit leaders and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assist in the supervision and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
- Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, and respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth.
- Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
- Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
2. Participate in the implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
- Responsible for leading and assisting with the teaching of activities.
- Actively participate in all program areas as assigned.
- Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.
- Assist in program areas such as waterfront, nature, all camp activities, and arts and crafts as directed.
3.Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
- Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.
- Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed by camp RN.
- Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems, and discuss with camp RN, unit leader and/or camp director when appropriate.
- Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to unit leader.
4. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
- Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
- Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
Qualifications: (Minimum Education and Experience)
- Must be 18 years of age and high school graduate.
- Clearance of background check and drug screen
- Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR.
- Must submit health history record and examination form prior to first day of work.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Ability to interact with all age levels and children with special needs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Understand the development needs of special needs youth.
- Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skill in program areas designated camp program areas.
- Positive and energetic attitude.