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Respite Cook/ Immediate Opening
Camp New Hope is hiring a cook ASAP for respite weekends. Cook works by themselves in the kitchen and is responsible for preparing, cooking, doing dishes, and serving for up to 40 people. Meals are fairly simple child friendly meals. We have respite 2 weekends a month. Hours on Saturday are from 7am-7pm (possibility to split 7am-1pm, 1pm-7pm) and Sunday 6:30am-2pm. Preference is to have Food Service Manager License. Position can carry into a more full time position for the summer.
*New Position: Respite and Retreat Director
Do you have a passion for working with people with special needs? Do you have innovative ideas for specialized recreation? Do you enjoy the great outdoors? Are you energetic by nature? If you answered yes to any of the above then Camp New Hope may be the perfect place for you! Camp New Hope is a premier recreation facility and a 501 c 3 non-profit organization, providing year-round programming for people who have developmental disabilities.
The Respite/Retreat Director of Camp New Hope, Inc. is a salaried, full time position responsible for managing and overseeing Respite Weekends, facility rentals, and special events such as family reunions, birthday parties, and other social events. The primary responsibilities of the Respite/Retreat Director are: the recruitment of highly diverse campers, development of a program wait list and assisting in the overall promotion/marketing of the Respite program. The Respite/Retreat Director will report to Executive Director. The Respite/Retreat Director for Camp New Hope shall maintain a high level of competency and efficiency when implementing responsibilities. Frequent weekends, overnight and evening hours will be required.
Qualifications:
Graduation from a college or university shall be the most desirable education requirement, with a concentration in special education, marketing, recreation or a related field. A minimum of two years of related administrative or supervisory experience are required. Candidate must also possess a valid class “D” driver’s license. A valid CPR/First Aid certification is required as a condition of employment within 30 days of the hire date.
Required Skills:
The position requires a thorough knowledge of the characteristics of a wide variety of individuals with special needs. Experience in providing direct personal service care, planning activities for those with special needs and supervising staff are additional required skills. Superior leadership, initiative, and problem-solving skills are vital for this position. Additional critical skills include experience in personnel management, excellent communication skills and an ability to plan, organize and supervise all respite weekends, retreats and special events.
Interested applicants need to submit a one-page cover letter and resume to [Please enable javascript.] by January 12, 2019.
Summer Camp 2019 Positions Available
Camp New Hope is a summer camp for Individuals with disabilities ages 8 yrs- 80 yrs+. Camp runs from June 2nd- July 27th. Training Dates: Mandatory All Staff Training May 28-30. Leadership Training May 10, Kitchen Staff Training May 20, CPR/Food Handler's Training May 18.
Day (4), Night (9), and Sub (3) Counselors
Night Counselors hours are 4:45pm-9am, Sunday-Friday
Counselors may do additional hours on the opposite shift as needed.
• Assist in leading individuals within a small group in daily aspects in camp life, programs, and activities.
• Enthusiastically participate in camp activities and encourage camper participation in camp activities.
• Follow direction of supervisor and leadership staff and work effectively as a team member with other staff.
• Properly, adequately, and continuously monitor campers under your supervision, and take responsibility for assisting with their comfort and ensuring their safety. Follow all safety, emergency, and health regulations.
• Know each camper and the supports they need by reviewing their camp application and caregiver’s instructions. This includes eating, toileting schedule, bathing, etc.
• Care or assist in care for the needs of the camper including toileting, changing, bathing, and feeding.
• Sleep in cabins with campers and assist in any overnight needs of the campers. (Night Counselors Only)
• Follow all camp policies and procedures
• Ability to work under Leadership staff in cooperative efficient manner.
The following experience is helpful:
• Working with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities, camping, recreation.
• Trained or willing to train in CPR/ First Aid Certification and Food Handler's License.
• CNA licensed or experience doing CNA work.
Floaters (1)
• Assist in leading individuals within a small group in daily aspects in camp life, programs, and activities.
• Enthusiastically participate in camp activities and encourage camper participation in camp activities.
• Follow direction of supervisor and leadership staff and work effectively as a team member with other staff.
• Properly, adequately, and continuously monitor campers under your supervision, and take responsibility for assisting with their comfort and ensuring their safety. Follow all safety, emergency, and health regulations.
• Know each camper and the supports they need by reviewing their camp application and caregiver’s instructions. This includes eating, toileting schedule, bathing, etc.
• Care or assist in care for the needs of the camper including toileting, changing, bathing, and feeding.
• Sleep in cabins with campers and assist in any overnight needs of the campers. (Night Counselors Only)
• Follow all camp policies and procedures.
• Abilility to work independently and stay on task, helping others throughout shift.
• Ability to work under Leadership staff in cooperative efficient manner.
The following experience is helpful:
• Working with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities, camping, recreation.
• Trained or willing to train in CPR/ First Aid Certification and Food Handler's License.
• CNA licensed or experience doing CNA work.
Lifeguard (1) and Lifeguard Sub (1)
• Guarding the pool, lakefront area, or on the boat.
• Assist in mobility of campers into the pool, boat, or dock area. Including ability to lift individuals into the chairlift, or assist down stairs into pool. Assist with programs and activities as assigned.
• Enthusiastically participate in camp activities and encourage camper participation in camp activities.
• Follow direction of supervisor and leadership staff and work effectively as a team member with other staff.
• Properly, adequately, and continuously monitor campers under your supervision, and take responsibility for assisting with their comfort and ensuring their safety. Follow all safety, emergency, and health regulations.
• Know each camper and the supports they need in the water areas of camp by reviewing their camp application and caregiver’s instructions.
• Care or assist in care for the needs of the camper while in activity area (sunscreen on, hydration, shade as needed)
• Follow all camp policies and procedures
• MUST have CPR/ First Aid Certification
• Ability to assist with mobility of campers in pool/lakefront areas
• Maturity and adaptability in all situations.
• Ability to work under supervision of acting Manager in cooperative efficient manner.
The following experience is helpful:
• Working with people who have special needs/developmental disabilities, camping, recreation.
Cooks (3)
Responsibilities include:
• Maintains a clean and safe kitchen. Ensures kitchen equipment is in working order and food prep area is safe and sanitary.
• Follows all health standards and regulations, established by the Dept of Health and by camp policy.
• Assists in the serving of meals, tracking food inventory.
• Complies with safety precautions given by their supervisor and with the camp policies
• Quickly reports needed repairs and safety and sanitation problems to their supervisor.
• Is continuously aware of the health and welfare of campers with regard to food. Prepares food according to special diets and food restrictions for all meals.
• Does not supervise campers. May assist campers while they are in the cafeteria line and in the presence of camp counselors.
• Ability to prepare nutritious meals for up to 125 people with assistance.
• A thorough understanding of the health and safety standards that apply to food preparation, including Public Health requirements, camp policies, and risk management plans.
• Understanding of special dietary needs including those for diabetics, purreed diets, mechanical soft, etc.
