Overview
Summer Camp Assistant Jobs in Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area at WorkSource Oregon
Title: Summer Camp Assistant
Company: WorkSource Oregon
Location: Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area
Worksource Oregon is partnering with a nonprofit Portland, OR employer whose mission is to serve individuals with autism and their families while providing education through recreation with a focus on clients leading the way.
BENEFITS
Flexible hours – Work part Time or full time
Potential year-round work
Rewarding and meaningful work
Internships and work study hours available
Work in groups, enjoy the outdoors, travel the city, and get your steps in!
JOB DUTIES
– Ensure the safety and security of all campers at all times while they are under the care of
ACAP while representing ACAP in a highly professional manner at all times.
– Effectively serve the needs of individuals with ASD in the group and in community settings.
– Assist campers with behavior, communication, social skills, dietary/medical and personal needs.
– Assist camp counselors to work toward goals and objectives for individual campers.
– Verify that the camper has items needed for the day, and that they are returned at the
end of the day. Gather and prepare camper materials for each day.
– Participate in daily activities and outings and record camper attendance.
– Keep track of your camper's belongings including HOP and A cards.
– Use visuals and strategies as directed, provided and modeled by the camp counselor.
– Implement strategies to achieve individual campers' goals and objectives.
– Help clean up and sanitize the room at the end of every day.
– Write in the camper's communication journal before they go home.
– Fill out camper notes before you leave for the day.
– Complete and/or assist with completion of required documentation regarding incidents,
complaints or suspected abuse. Support camp counselor in resolving informal complaints.
– Maintain effective communication with the camp counselor.
– Provide first aid as required for campers or other staff members.
– Report suspected harassment or discrimination to supervisor or management.
– Read and follow all ACAP policies and procedures as well as comply with ACAP dress code.
– Review camper cliff notes and profiles daily.
– Be on time on scheduled work days.
– Be dependable, honor your commitment.
– Follow proper communication procedures, utilizing the supervisor as the first point of
contact regarding scheduling, pay, or other issues.
– Other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS
– 18+ years
– Diploma or GED or currently enrolled in equivalent program
-Qualities we look for are patience, kindness, reliability, and compassion
– Valid First Aid/CPR Certification (employer provides a class at employees' expense)
PREFERRED
– Six months or more of familiarity and experience working with individuals of all ages who have ASD. Not required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
– Walking 2-5 miles daily, using public transit, carrying a backpack with lunches and other items, possibly pushing a wheelchair
– Visiting and swimming in public swimming pools once a week or more
– Exposed to campers experiencing seizures due to medical conditions
