Assistant Director - Summer Program in Binghamton, New York at ACHIEVE a Chapter of The ARC New York

Seasonal, Part Time (0-28 hours) June 29, 2026- August 13, 2026.

Week 1: Mandatory orientation June 29-July 1, 2026.

Week 2-week 7: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 – August 13, 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled.

Week 3-week 8: Summer Program (Monday-Thursday) July 6 – August 13, 2026. 8:15a-2:45pm or as scheduled.

Post Program: As needed

Hourly Rate: $21.00

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Summer Program Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the overall leadership and daily operations of a 6-week summer program for youth that have functional differences. Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

PRE-PLANNING

· Assist Therapeutic Recreation & Leisure Services leadership with development of orientation training for counselors.

· Coordinate development & planning of Summer Program Activities, field trips and calendar of events to be sent home with participants.

DURING PROGRAM

· Support the Program Director with daily operations, transitions, and activity flow.

· Assist with staff training and provide ongoing skill-building in activity facilitation, communication, and behavior support.

· Provide on-the-floor oversight of staff, activities & participants to ensure safety, engagement, and consistency across all program areas.

· Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and coverage to keep the program running smoothly.

· Support positive group dynamics and problem-solve daily challenges.

· Ensure compliance with all safeguards for participants.

· Assist with daily attendance tracking & required documentation.

· Communicate with families as needed to provide updates and support.

· Responsible for addressing and reporting all incidents, accidents, observed and suspected situations that adversely impact on the health and safety of individuals receiving services.

· Responsible for complying with all Part 635, Part 671, Part 624, and Part 633 regulations in total and reporting violations, deficiencies, and/or incidents to direct supervisor as they are discovered or indicated.

· Assist with ordering supplies within budgetary guidelines and being responsible for the handling of petty cash.

FOLLOW UP RESPONSIBILITIES

· Assist with organization & submission of billing data.

· Assist with participant and staff surveys directly following the end of program.

REQUIREMENTS

· Working towards a bachelor’s degree in recreation, human services, or related field and two years of experience working with individuals that have functional differences.

· A valid driver’s license and good driving record acceptable to the Agency’s insurance carrier.

· Pass and maintain OPWDD Certification in CPR and First Aid.