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Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Center for Rehabilitaiton and Indepndent Living

The Center for Rehabilitation and Independent Living in the Waters College of Health Professions at Georgia Southern University is seeking applicants for Camp RAD Coordinator.

The mission of Camp RAD is to empower transition-age youth with disabilities to live healthy, independent lives. Camp RAD uses an interdisciplinary approach that utilizes experts in the fields of pediatric occupational, physical, and speech therapy, adaptive physical activity, child and family development, public health and nutrition.

We provide a fun, safe summer experience that promotes life skills and physical activity with a focus on the comprehensive well-being of the child. Our interdisciplinary team of professionals uses an innovative model to plan, implement, monitor progress, and evaluate camp.

Temporary employees are employed according to departmental need and the length of time will vary by workload and may not exceed 1300 hours worked in a 12-consecutive month period.

• Plans, coordinates, implements and supervises a well-organized, quality day camp program offering activities in the areas of arts and crafts, sports, games, outdoor recreation, field trips, special events, and leisure swim
• Ensures camp environment promotes inclusivity, team focus, and a fun recreational experience
• Conducts on-site orientation for camp counselors (where applicable)
• Organizes and conducts camp staff meetings as needed
• Schedules, supervises, and evaluates camp staff
• Ensures camp staff adhere to their assigned work schedules and provides ongoing performance feedback
• Ensures that camp staff and participants know and follow the safety and program procedures
• Maintains communication lines with camp families through daily communication systems and communicates with any parent/guardian whose child is experiencing difficulty or experiences an injury
• Maintains camper files
• Ensures files are taken on field trips, to the Family Aquatic Center, and to any offsite activities
• Ensures camp staff have travel first aid kits available at all times
• Keeps all Accident/Incident Reports on file
• Ensures camp staff keeps the site presentable and safe, including facility rooms, restrooms, outdoor recreation areas, and storage areas

Shift Specifics

• Up to 20 hours per week
• Camp RAD runs from May 30th to June 22nd
• Must attend camp every day for the entirety of the program (Monday - Thursday, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM)

Educational Requirements

• Master of Science Kinesiology or related field

Required Experience

• Experience working at Camp RAD

$24.00 per hour

This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

• Resume
• Two (2) Professional References

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to work well in a diverse and inclusive environment through commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

May 17, 2023

Application review may begin as early as May 17, 2023.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu.

For technical support, please call the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Believing that diversity, equity, and inclusion contribute to excellence in the workplace and to the quality of the University’s academic environment, Georgia Southern University is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff to support, promote, and serve a diverse student body and promote Inclusive Excellence. Candidates from underrepresented groups, whose work furthers the institution's Inclusive Excellence goals, and who bring to campus varied life experiences, perspectives and backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply.

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This position is not required to drive.

• Position of Trust