2024 Summer Camp Counselor
Camp Orenda is a residential summer health camp for persons with disabilities seeking empowerment, community, and a fun-filled start to the summer.
Founded in 1968 and based in Indiana, PA - Camp Orenda accommodates 20-30 campers for each of its 3 sessions. It's a home away from home and a time that is treasured and anticipated throughout the year!
Camp Orenda is currently seeking counselors for Summer 2024. Camp Orenda counselors are our front-line staff who live in bunks (cabins) with campers, assist with daily activities, and ensure that our campers receive the support they need and have a growth-oriented experience during their time at camp.
Food and accommodations will be provided for all sessions.
KEY DATES
Orientation: June 17
Session 1: June 18 - June 24
Session 2: June 27 - July 3
Session 3: July 6 - July 12
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Model and promote the organization’s mission, values and guiding principles through positive attitude, words, and actions
- Support campers with accessibility needs during all activities during the camp day
- Keep campers safe during the camp day
- Assist specialists during activities which may include yoga, sports, art, music, etc.
- Supervise the participants, as assigned, being constantly aware of their whereabouts while under your charge.
- The ability to be patient in times of struggle for campers including incontinence.
- Demonstrate respect, sensitivity, kindness, and empathy towards campers
- Keep the supervisory staff informed of any issues that occur during the program.