Therapeutic Camp Counselor
Location
Northbrook, IL | United States
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Job Summary
Camp Neeka is a 4-week therapeutic intensive day program for children ages 7-16. This camp provides a supportive environment for children while they build social and emotional skills through therapeutic activities. Camp Neeka is looking for a summer staff member with a social service background or interest in social services.
Essential Responsibilities and Metrics
Fun and supportive counselors are a crucial part of the therapeutic experience. They encourage active, social and healthy lives by:
- Leading children through organized activities and events
- Acting as a positive role model
- Caring for attendees' individual needs
- Building investment and excitement through their own energy and relationships with attendees
- Collaborating with staff members to best support attendees
- Completing documentation and track individual's social-emotional growth
Qualifications
- Must attend orientation/training sessions one week prior to camp starting
- Must be available Mon.-Fri., 8:30 am-3:30pm, July 9 th – August 9 th
- 18 years or older, in college or completed college with a focus in psychology, social services or education
- Be active in daily activities, teach and encourage children
- Comfortable with traveling and chaperoning on field trips, the pool and the beach
- Must have strong communication skills and professionalism will interacting with staff, campers and parents
- Ability to maintain composure and model patience in stressful situations
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