Morgan's Wonderland Camp is an ultra-accessible™ camp for all ages and abilities, with a special emphasis on giving people with physical and cognitive challenges an opportunity to enjoy summer-camp-type activities alongside guests without special needs. Morgan's Wonderland Camp will include swimming, floating on a relaxing river, hiking, archery, horseback riding, zip-lining and much more.

Mandatory Training Dates: TBD

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Under the direction of the Program Manager, The SEASONAL FALL PROGRAM STAFF plays a vital role in the success of Morgan's Wonderland Camp  ("MWC"). This position will focus on the development and implementation of high-quality programming operations that help create  meaningful and lasting experiences for our campers, guests, staff, and volunteers. As a member of the program team, this role is responsible for ensuring our camp program reflects and furthers the mission and values of Morgan's Wonderland Camp. 

This position requires the staff member to live on-site in the Morgan's Wonderland Camp Staff Lodge on weekends while working

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide a phenomenal camp experience for all campers, guests, staff, and volunteers.

• Lead programming activities for campers, counselors, and volunteers.

• Maintain programming areas.

• Ensure a safe camp environment is maintained at all times.

• Assist in the daily operations of all camp areas including, but not limited to, food service, housekeeping, luggage handling, and camp store.

• Obtain necessary certifications (provided by MWC).

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must be at least 18 years old

• High School Diploma or GED preferred

• Must possess high levels of self-motivation

• Ability to work effectively across departments, with members of the management team, volunteers, and partner camps with confidence  and professionalism 

• Willingness and enthusiasm to work as part of a team; maintain a positive attitude even under stress 

• Applicable experience working with special needs population preferred 

• Possess excellent communication skills  

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Physical Requirements – 

o Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and twisting upper body for long periods of time. 

o Much physical effort required on a routine basis: the ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required. Will be occasionally required  to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. 

o Frequent and at times, a high level of walking is required. 

• Environmental Demands – 

o The work environment is an outdoor camp environment with continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather. 

o The ability to move quickly across campus on uneven terrain. 

• Additional information: 

o The continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire at all times. 

o On site housing provided for weekends worked.