SITE DIRECTOR

Accountability: Program Manager

FLSA Status: Part-time, non-exempt. The Site Director is a seasonal employee during the summer camp season (June – August).

General Responsibilities:

The Site Director is responsible for the organization, implementation, and evaluation of summer camp recreation programs for children and adults with disabilities.

The position includes morning and afternoon hours. Summer camp runs during the summer for approximately 8 weeks, and times vary depending on the specific camp. Additional hours are required for orientations, planning, preparation, shopping, and clean-up. Site Directors are direct leaders of their site and are responsible for all aspects of their assigned camp, including supervision of Camp Counselors.  

Qualifications:

Must be 18 years or older and have had one year of M-NASR Day Camp experience; or be 21 years or older. Must be certified in CPR, First Aid, and Handle with Care, at the next available training date. Must have at least one year experience working with individuals with disabilities. Prefer the Site Director to have or be working toward a degree from an accredited university in Therapeutic Recreation, or related field.

Must pass a criminal background check by the state of Illinois.

Transportation to and from M-NASR programs is the responsibility of the staff.

Essential Functions (including, but not limited to):

1. Provide supervision of summer camp program, Camp Counselors, volunteers, and camp participants.
2. Participant supervision may include lifting and transferring, feeding, and other personal care (i.e. restroom assistance, changing clothing, etc.).
3. Supervision of individuals with disabilities, may include implementing behavior management plans and if certified, Handle with Care.
4. Active and enthusiastic leadership and participation in play, water activities (if assigned), and various summer camp activities.
5. Must be able to properly fill out paperwork – program planning, evaluations, attendance forms, accident/incident forms, and other safety forms.
6. Complete weekly lesson plans which include structured, unique recreation activities that will enable Campcampers to achieve their goals.
7. Attend Site Director training and other orientations prior to and during the summer camp season.
8. Maintain open communication with the Program Manager and Camp Counselors with information concerning camp programming, staff, families and/or participants.
9. Assist participants with self-help and life-skills, when necessary.
10. Gather, load, transport and set up equipment.
11. Must provide First Aid and/or dispense medication, as needed.
12. Any other assigned duties needed to help support our Vision and fulfill our Mission.

Marginal Functions:

1. To maintain the program facilities in a neat and orderly manner.

2. Review and complete feedback forms, documentation, and other materials as needed, in a timely manner.

3. Maintain own schedule and submit electronic timesheets in a timely manner, as guided by the annual payroll schedule.

Safety Considerations:

1. Staff will comply with all M-NASR Safety Policies and Procedures and carry out all tasks in a safe manner.

2. Attendance at various safety in-service training will be required.

Psychological Considerations:

1. Must be able to respond to the needs of individuals with disabilities.

2. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.

3. Must be able to maintain a professional attitude with other staff, with participant family members, and with individuals in the community.

Physiological Considerations:

1. Must be able to lift and transfer participants or equipment safely.

Cognitive Considerations:

1. Must be able to demonstrate good safety awareness and judgment.

2. Must be able to follow directions, policies, and procedures.

3. Must be able to communicate effectively.

Environmental Considerations:

1. May be exposed to hazardous vegetation (i.e. poison ivy, etc.) during activities.

2. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions (i.e. rain, snow, heat, etc.)

Essential Physical Capabilities:

1. Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, stooping, walking, and running.

2. Ability to closely supervise individuals with disabilities.

3. Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying items weighing 20-50 pounds with mechanical 

    assistance or team lift.