Camp Lead Program Support Professional at Sunny Hill Inc – Dittmer, Missouri

Position Summary

The Camp Lead Program Support Professional supports the oversight and the day-to-day operation of camp activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. The Camp Lead Program Support Professional plays a vital role supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as experience working in a Camp or Recreational setting.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

This list of essential functions is not intended to be limiting. Sunnyhill, Inc. reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements. The essential duties reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

• Assist with set up and breakdown, including pre-inspection and post-inspections, for scheduled activities for contract groups and summer camps.
• Collaborate with the camp team to create and implement daily scheduled activities.
• Be a mentor and point of contact for questions and concerns for Camp Program Support Professionals and Camp Counselors.
• Provide oversight and support during activities to ensure the safety, engagement, and inclusion of campers.
• Support campers with developmental disabilities in various recreational, educational, and social activities.
• Offer and provide individualized support and care to campers, addressing their specific needs and preferences, including personal care, such as bathing, dressing and meal supports.
• Provide attentive supervision and guidance to campers through the camp day and night, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Lead and facilitate group activities, including games, crafts, sports, and nature exploration, ensuring all participants are engaged and included.
• Report any unusual medical or behavioral incidents immediately to the supervisor and agency nurse.
• Address behavioral challenges and emergencies calmly and effectively, following policies and procedures and utilizing training.
• Implement positive behavior support strategies, promoting social interaction, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills.
• Serve as a role model for campers, fellow camp staff, and counselors by demonstrating patience, empathy, and respect at all times, while exemplifying teamwork, respect, responsibility, and enthusiasm.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including timely and accurate record keeping, reporting, and inventory management, as needed.
• Utilize adaptive equipment as necessary when providing support to people we support.
• Assist with cleaning the environment to ensure it is well-kept, safe, and organized.
• Respond to medical and safety incidents, administer first aid when necessary, and ensure campers’ safety.
• Adhere to all applicable paperwork deadlines, ensuring that all assigned paperwork is completed accurately and completely.
• Ensure that all people we support are free from abuse and neglect and immediately report the suspicion of abuse and neglect to the assigned supervisor.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment.
• Attend and participate in team meetings and professional training as assigned by supervisor.
• Participate in on-call rotation on evenings and overnights during camp season.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Three (3) years’ experience in the IDD field, preferred.
• Paraprofessional experience preferred.
• Experience in a Camp or Recreational setting, preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle emergencies and challenging behaviors calmly and effectively.

Required Skills/Abilities & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and function well in a high-paced (at times stressful) environment.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (use of personal vehicle required at times)
• Acceptable background checks

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods throughout the camp day and move across uneven outdoor terrain.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30–50 pounds occasionally (camp gear, supplies, or assisting campers).
• Must be able to work outdoors for extended periods in typical summer weather conditions, with appropriate breaks.
• Must be able to visually and audibly monitor groups of campers and respond quickly to safety or emergency situations.

Sunnyhill is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, and retaliation because of age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including transgender status, gender identity or expression), sexual stereotyping, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), association with anyone who is a member of a protected class, AIDS/HIV status, veteran status, uniformed service member status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. The Agency is dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement, transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.