Unit Director

Job Description

Start Date: 6/9/25
Compensation $120/per day

Join Our Team for a Summer of Fun and Fulfillment!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs? AbilityFirst Camp is seeking a dedicated and experienced Unit Director to lead our team and ensure a safe, nurturing, and fun camp environment for our campers with disabilities. This is your chance to bring joy and create lasting memories for our campers while fostering an inclusive community.

What You’ll Do
Directly responsible to the Camp Director but consults daily with other supervisors regarding camper and staff concerns and issues.
Attends Supervisor/Program Staff training prior to staff orientation to assist Camp Director and other staff in the planning of staff training and summer preparation.
During orientation, responsible for training staff in all aspects of camper care and supervision in addition to other sessions assigned by the Camp Director.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates the work of the counseling staff.
Consults daily with the Camp Director in all issues pertaining to camper management: briefing and camper assignments, special needs, diet restrictions, behavior management, personal care requirements etc.
Works closely with the camp nursing staff in the management of camper care.
Creates and maintains accurate written records including: cabin assignments, duty schedules; restriction, allergy and feeder lists, bumps & bruises charts, shower charts, camper reports, incident reports.
Assists when needed in program areas, cabins and with personal care of campers: dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming, feeding, lifting and transferring.
Performs "Supervisor on Duty” duties during staff off time, at least once per session including end of the evening lock up of camp.
In an emergency, assumes responsibility for any job deemed necessary by the Camp Director to ensure the safety of all campers and staff.
Completes counselor performance evaluations and reviews individually with each counselor.
At the end of the summer program: ensures that all documentation is complete and given to the Camp Director.