Ascendigo Autism Services · 1 month ago
Summer Camp Team Lead
Carbondale, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelAscendigo Autism Services is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of children and adults living with autism spectrum disorder through various services. The Summer Camp Team Lead oversees coaches and participants, ensuring a safe and successful camp experience while managing daily operations and decision-making.
AssociationCharityNon Profit
Responsibilities
Oversee teams of 7-8 participants and 7-8 1:1 coaches
Intervene during challenging behavioral incidents to ensure the safety of the participant, staff member, and public
Work with the Camp Nurse to administer medication to the
Work directly with clients who have challenging behaviors that may include physical aggression toward others
Work in an outdoor environment requires situational awareness and quick
Collaborate with Ascendigo Sports Specialists and Sport Managers to create sports lesson plans and goals that meet the client’s needs
Act as a teacher and advocate for clients
Teach client in skill acquisition, and behavior reduction in social, community, recreation, leisure, and other program settings
Build positive rapport with clients/ staff and facilitate FUN!
Collect data on all the client’s goal areas and data points throughout a session
Work positively as a team with all Ascendigo staff members
Attend client and staff meetings and training as necessary
Communicate with caregivers and staff effectively, including a daily text message and/or phone call
Act as the main point of contact for Ascendigo Administration to report on daily operations
Oversee health and safety of team members and campers during operating hours
Drive large vehicles (15-passenger vans) in a mountain environment
Be willing to work an occasional weekend shift
Qualification
Required
Must be 21 or over and have legal working status
Must maintain a valid driver's license and excellent driving record
Must have a clean background check with no felonies or flags
Must provide a current CPR/First Aid certification
Applicants are required to have and use their own phone for work duties
Basic computer skills (MS Office, email, social media)
Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (up to 25 pounds)
Benefits
360° compensation with a path to financial security, personal well-being and fulfillment, and housing assistance.
Company
Ascendigo Autism Services
Ascendigo Autism Services is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities and growth to people across the autism spectrum.
Founded in 2004
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dan Richardson
Chief Executive Officer
Sallie Bernard
Board Chair & Founder
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