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camper care for campers with disabilities at Camp Wawbeek and Respite Camp. Easterseals Wisconsin Camps provides caregivers a break from the strains of caring for a loved one with a disability. This position provides hands-on experience for students in nursing, occupational therapy, recreation therapy and anyone interested in learning more about serving people with disabilities.

The Respite Apprentice- will serve a minimum of 900 hours of service from May/June 2023- August 2023. This includes AmeriCorps orientation and General Camp Training (May 22nd -26th & June 1-6) and serving at least ten (10) weeks. Members are expected to serve at Respite Camp and Camp Wawbeek from Sunday 11am – Friday 5:00pm. Primary service site will be in Wisconsin Dells, WI.

  • Familiarize yourself with the needs of the camper(s) in your care. As appropriate, assist, instruct and supervise campers in personal care skills, including dressing, toileting, eating, showering, lifting and transferring. 
  • Ensure campers are at the activities of his/her choice. Encourage and assist campers to participate fully in activities. Adapt activities as needed.
  • Ensure campers receive medications on time.
  • Assist staff and other AmeriCorps members when possible.

 

Program Leadership Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead therapeutic based programs as assigned, including sports and games, arts and crafts, drama, music and dance, and community trips.
  • Assist AmeriCorps members and staff in programming and activity facilitation.
  • Participate in all required AmeriCorps Orientations, trainings (Citizenship Training, Conflict Resolution and CPR/First Aid), and meetings, as provided by the AmeriCorps Program Manager.
  • Participate in all required camp orientations and general trainings under American Camping Association (ACA) standards, as provided by the Directors.
  • Participate in AmeriCorps events as required and requested by the Wisconsin National and Community Service board, such as the opening and closing events, and National Day of Service.
  • Make connections with individuals and volunteers in the community for program outreach and program enhancement.
  • Train and assist volunteers that attend both Respite Camp and Camp Wawbeek sessions.
  • Maintain a safe therapeutic and inclusive environment for all campers.



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