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Behavioral Specialist

Litchfield, CT 06759

Posted: 04/04/2024 Industry: Hospitality Pay Rate: Weekly stipend of $600-$800 + free camp benefits

Job Description

A well-known and reputable organization that operates several day and overnight camps in Litchfield County is looking for a Behavioral Specialist to join their team and contribute to the positive development of the campers. The position requires a Behavioral specialist for each week of camp at two different overnight camp locations, one in Bantam and one in Morris.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for counselors who have the summers free from their year-round positions, are looking for some fun and the chance to earn some extra income during the summer.

 

Schedule

The role will require you to start every Sunday – 1pm – 9pm Or 2pm -10pm (This is basically to help campers arriving and settling down).

Monday to Friday - 9hour shift (flexible on hours)

 

Camp Dates

Each assignment is for 4 weeks.

  • Session 1 – 06/20/2024 – 07/20/2024
  • Session 2 – 07/21/2024 – 08/17/2024

  

If you are ready for a unique and fulfilling experience, please send in your contact information and a good time to have a detailed conversation.

If you think you would not be interested in pursuing this opportunity and you know someone else who would want to explore this opportunity, please share this email with them and ask them to reach out to me.

Job Requirements

Position Overview:

As a Behavioral Specialist, you will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment at camp. Your primary responsibility will be to observe and address the behavioral needs of campers (home sickness, bullying, self-harm issues), providing targeted interventions to promote positive social interactions, join in camp activities and help with campers. This position requires a unique blend of empathy, patience, and expertise in behavior management.

 

Qualifications:

No specific certifications or licenses required, but education and/or work experience should be relevant and indicate qualifications.

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

Weekly stipend between $600 - $800 / week

Children or grandchildren can attend our day camp for free! Additionally, they can enjoy  the overnight camp experience at a 50% discounted rate.

Use of camp amenities and facilities

 

Meet Your Recruiter

Diane Porter
Staffing Coordinator

What I love most about my job is the excitement of finding the perfect candidate for the specific job I am staffing for and the gratitude of the candidate for helping them find a job they love. 

 

Fun times for me are spending my weekends with my family, especially my granddaughter. We do special things together which I hope she will cherish forever.  My passion for photography inspires me because I can capture many memories that will last a lifetime. 

 

“Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.” - Aaron Siskind 

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