SUMMER CAMP STAFF - THERAPEUTIC RECREATION
Position Information NEW THIS YEAR:
Summer camp employees can receive a 20% discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go :
Summer Camp Employment FAQs - Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.
us).
Employment Opportunities - Summer 2022 Please read this entire announcement before submitting your application.
This announcement is specific to the Therapeutic Recreation Camp Staff.
If you are interested in other camp program areas, you must apply for that position as well.
Opportunities for temporary summer employment with the Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) include work as Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, and support staff (counselors) in camp programs throughout the County.
Therapeutic Recreation Camp Counselors are needed to provide camp programs and inclusion support for individuals with disabilities ages 3-21.
Several positions are available, and hours vary.
Staff must commit from June 20 - August 12 (core camp dates).
Additional weeks from August 15 - August 26 may also be available.
Training and planning begin in mid to late May through June, which includes a combination of independent and self-paced online courses with virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings and a few Saturdays.
All camp staff will be trained to follow current guidance (County-specific protocols) related to Covid-19 safety and health standards.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Inclusion Support - Support campers with disabilities, ages 3-21, in general recreation camps.
Work with camp staff to create a positive and inclusive environment for all campers.
Support participants in skill development, expected behaviors, personal care, and fostering independent and group participation.
Inclusion support staff provide 1:
1 or lowered ratio support at various general recreation camps.
Access to reliable transportation is required as staff must be able to get to different sites around the County independently.
Shifts vary and are dependent on camps and assignment needs.
(Positions Available:
SRAI, SRAII).
Adapted Camps (elementary, teen, and young adult ages) - Assist campers with disabilities, ages 6-21, in adapted camp settings.
Be part of creating a positive camp environment and support campers in skill development, expected behaviors, personal care, and fostering independent and group participation.
(Positions Available:
SAI/II, SRAI, SRAII, RAIII, RAIV).
Substitute Support -This position is perfect for an applicant who is looking for intermittent hours each week.
Responsibilities may include providing inclusion support for participants in evening and weekend general recreation classes and filling in as needed as inclusion support in adapted or general recreation camps.
Flexibility is required.
The ability to work on an as needed basis is preferred.
(Positions Available:
SRAI, SRAII, RAIII, RAIV).
Applications are being accepted for the following positions:
STUDENT ASSISTANT (SA) I/II - $11.
00/HourlyResponsible for assisting all leaders in the summer camp or program activities and operations.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old to be hired for licensed preschool camps, all other camps require the applicant to be at least 15 years old.
Minimum requirements:
Student Assistant I qualifications are non-high school graduates, who have worked one month at a summer camp OR with children (in any capacity) for 3 months.
Student Assistant I I qualifications are high school graduates enrolled in post-high school education programs, who have not accumulated at least 3 months of relevant experience.
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) I - $13.
40/HourResponsible for assisting with the leading of recreation activities and behavior management of participants for a summer camp.
Assists in camp or program operations.
Minimum requirements:
High School Diploma/GED, plus three (3) months of experience in administering recreational programs.
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) II - $14.
25/Hour Responsible for assisting in the planning, leading, and conducting of recreation activities for a camp, behavior management of participants, and assisting in the evaluations of the activities and the participants.
Minimum requirements:
H igh school/GED, plus six (6) months experience in administering recreational programs.
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) III - $17.
05/Hour Responsible for planning, leading, and conducting recreation activities for a summer camp.
Responsible for completing participant and program evaluations.
Performs related supervisory and administrative duties.
Minimum requirements :
High school/GED, plus one-year of experience (equivalent of 4 summers) in administering recreation programs.
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) IV - $ 20.
53 /Hour Responsible for directing a summer camp with responsibility for all rooms in that program.
Performs supervisory and administrative duties.
Minimum requirements :
College degree in a related field, plus one (1) year of experience (equivalent of 4 summers) in administrating recreation programs.
R elated experience may be substituted for the college requirement, on a year-for-year basis.
Must be 21 years old at time of employment.
Selection Criteria Please review the minimum requirements listed above.
The successful candidates will have good character and integrity, positive communication skills, reliable transportation, the ability to complete tasks as assigned, take the initiative when needed, and the ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Staff may be asked to work with individuals with disabilities.
Desirables:
Experience and/or willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; andExperience with Summer Camp programs.
Special Requirements If selected, all summer staff may be required to:
Agree to a criminal background check.
Candidates may be asked to provide letters of reference and/or supporting documentation to verify work/school experience prior to an offer of employment.
Letters of reference may be attached to this application.
Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.
Attend all required trainings.
Some positions require a valid motorized vehicle operator's license and driving history record checks.
Be open to providing personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
Must be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for those positions serving in the capacity as Camp Director, specialty camps, or other positions as designated.
or other positions as designated.
Covid-19 Vaccination :
Arlington County Government is committed to the health, safety, and wellness for all staff.
In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination.
For those qualified employees with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine, you will be able to contact the Office of Human Rights to request a reasonable accommodation.
Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summer camp employees can receive a 20% discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go :
Summer Camp Employment FAQs - Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.
us).
Employment Opportunities - Summer 2022 Please read this entire announcement before submitting your application.
This announcement is specific to the Therapeutic Recreation Camp Staff.
If you are interested in other camp program areas, you must apply for that position as well.
Opportunities for temporary summer employment with the Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) include work as Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, and support staff (counselors) in camp programs throughout the County.
Therapeutic Recreation Camp Counselors are needed to provide camp programs and inclusion support for individuals with disabilities ages 3-21.
Several positions are available, and hours vary.
Staff must commit from June 20 - August 12 (core camp dates).
Additional weeks from August 15 - August 26 may also be available.
Training and planning begin in mid to late May through June, which includes a combination of independent and self-paced online courses with virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings and a few Saturdays.
All camp staff will be trained to follow current guidance (County-specific protocols) related to Covid-19 safety and health standards.
We are currently hiring for the following positions:
Inclusion Support - Support campers with disabilities, ages 3-21, in general recreation camps.
Work with camp staff to create a positive and inclusive environment for all campers.
Support participants in skill development, expected behaviors, personal care, and fostering independent and group participation.
Inclusion support staff provide 1:
1 or lowered ratio support at various general recreation camps.
Access to reliable transportation is required as staff must be able to get to different sites around the County independently.
Shifts vary and are dependent on camps and assignment needs.
(Positions Available:
SRAI, SRAII).
Adapted Camps (elementary, teen, and young adult ages) - Assist campers with disabilities, ages 6-21, in adapted camp settings.
Be part of creating a positive camp environment and support campers in skill development, expected behaviors, personal care, and fostering independent and group participation.
(Positions Available:
SAI/II, SRAI, SRAII, RAIII, RAIV).
Substitute Support -This position is perfect for an applicant who is looking for intermittent hours each week.
Responsibilities may include providing inclusion support for participants in evening and weekend general recreation classes and filling in as needed as inclusion support in adapted or general recreation camps.
Flexibility is required.
The ability to work on an as needed basis is preferred.
(Positions Available:
SRAI, SRAII, RAIII, RAIV).
Applications are being accepted for the following positions:
STUDENT ASSISTANT (SA) I/II - $11.
00/HourlyResponsible for assisting all leaders in the summer camp or program activities and operations.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old to be hired for licensed preschool camps, all other camps require the applicant to be at least 15 years old.
Minimum requirements:
Student Assistant I qualifications are non-high school graduates, who have worked one month at a summer camp OR with children (in any capacity) for 3 months.
Student Assistant I I qualifications are high school graduates enrolled in post-high school education programs, who have not accumulated at least 3 months of relevant experience.
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) I - $13.
40/HourResponsible for assisting with the leading of recreation activities and behavior management of participants for a summer camp.
Assists in camp or program operations.
Minimum requirements:
High School Diploma/GED, plus three (3) months of experience in administering recreational programs.
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) II - $14.
25/Hour Responsible for assisting in the planning, leading, and conducting of recreation activities for a camp, behavior management of participants, and assisting in the evaluations of the activities and the participants.
Minimum requirements:
H igh school/GED, plus six (6) months experience in administering recreational programs.
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) III - $17.
05/Hour Responsible for planning, leading, and conducting recreation activities for a summer camp.
Responsible for completing participant and program evaluations.
Performs related supervisory and administrative duties.
Minimum requirements :
High school/GED, plus one-year of experience (equivalent of 4 summers) in administering recreation programs.
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) IV - $ 20.
53 /Hour Responsible for directing a summer camp with responsibility for all rooms in that program.
Performs supervisory and administrative duties.
Minimum requirements :
College degree in a related field, plus one (1) year of experience (equivalent of 4 summers) in administrating recreation programs.
R elated experience may be substituted for the college requirement, on a year-for-year basis.
Must be 21 years old at time of employment.
Selection Criteria Please review the minimum requirements listed above.
The successful candidates will have good character and integrity, positive communication skills, reliable transportation, the ability to complete tasks as assigned, take the initiative when needed, and the ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Staff may be asked to work with individuals with disabilities.
Desirables:
Experience and/or willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; andExperience with Summer Camp programs.
Special Requirements If selected, all summer staff may be required to:
Agree to a criminal background check.
Candidates may be asked to provide letters of reference and/or supporting documentation to verify work/school experience prior to an offer of employment.
Letters of reference may be attached to this application.
Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.
Attend all required trainings.
Some positions require a valid motorized vehicle operator's license and driving history record checks.
Be open to providing personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
Must be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for those positions serving in the capacity as Camp Director, specialty camps, or other positions as designated.
or other positions as designated.
Covid-19 Vaccination :
Arlington County Government is committed to the health, safety, and wellness for all staff.
In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination.
For those qualified employees with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine, you will be able to contact the Office of Human Rights to request a reasonable accommodation.
Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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