Advocate Camp Counselor for Children with Special Needs, Camp Kaleidoscope
JCC Greater Boston
Newton Centre, massachusetts
Laughter. Fun. Making a difference every day. Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC summer day camp in Newton, draws creative campers interested in the arts, science, and the outdoors. Each summer, we serve a population of campers with special needs and are committed to fully including them in activities with their peers. Advocate Camp Counselors partner with their co-counselors to create an inclusive group dynamic while facilitating accommodations based on ICPs (Individual Camper Plans) to fully include campers with special needs in their peer groups and activities throughout the camp day. Activities include drama, art, science, sports, swimming, and more as campers develop self-confidence. The energy of the camp is lively, playful, and warm as campers and staff develop lifelong friendships.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of campers in structured and unstructured time
- Creating a fun/joyful dynamic ...