Parks and Recreation - Summer Camp

2011 Therapeutic Summer Day Camp:
Sponsored by Auburn Parks and Recreation &
The Exceptional Outreach Organization

**If you are interested in becoming a
2011 Summer Camp Counselor,
please scroll to the bottom of the page!**

Camp Information:
Camp Dates: June 6 - July 1 and July 11 - 29 (Camp runs Monday-Friday) *There is NO camp the week of July 4 - 8
Camp Hours: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Campers can be dropped off beginning at 7:45 a.m. Early drop-offs will NOT be allowed. A late fee of $1 per minute will be charged after the first warning has been issued.)
Location: Drake Middle School gymnasium and pool
Age Group: Camp is geared towards high functioning, mentally disabled citizens who are 15 years and older.
Fees*: TBD Make checks payable to the City of Auburn. Refunds will not be given after June 3, 2011 for missed days/weeks during the Summer Camp program.

*Fees include the following: Healthy snacks, most camp supplies and some field trips. Extra costs might include field trips or special activities. Some financial scholarships are available through the Exceptional Outreach Organization. Scholarship Application Forms are available at Dean Road Recreation Center or you can download one here starting April 1, 2011. All scholarship requests must be postmarked by May 6, 2011.

Camp Summary:
This is a seven week summer day camp designed for young adults with various disabilities (e.g., autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, developmental delays, hearing impairments, vision impairments). The Summer Camp is a joint project created and sponsored by Auburn Parks and Recreation and the Exceptional Outreach Organization. The Therapeutic Summer Camp's curriculum program includes life skills training, instructional training, team work, social skills, aerobic line dancing, swimming, and other physical recreation activities (e.g., basketball, bowling, volleyball, soccer). The campers also participate in cultural experiences, such as attending the Shakespeare Theatre in Montgomery, the Animal Safari at Pine Mountain and the Golden Flake factory.

Camp Requirements:
Campers must be high functioning, mentally disabled citizens who are 15 years and older. Campers must be toilet trained. Campers must dress appropriately - wear closed toe shoes even if not participating in some activities. Pool shoes and/or flip flops are only for swimming. All campers will be expected to have a positive attitude and be positive about themselves and others. This is a camp to show off their abilities, not their disabilities. Campers will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Application Information & Deadline:
Applications will be available on Friday, April 1, 2011 and the application deadline is Friday, May 13, 2011 at 5 p.m. Applications can be downloaded here beginning April 1, 2011. All applications and registration fees must be turned in to Dean Road Recreation Center by this date. If you have any questions, please contact Alison Hall, Community Programs Director, at 334-501-2930 or ahall@auburnalabama.org.

We are no longer accepting camp counselor applications for the 2010 Summer Therapeutic Camp.

If you are interested in becoming a full and part-time Summer Camp Counselor for the 2011 Summer Therapeutic Camp, please have your application in no later than Friday, March 11, 2011.

Counselors are expected to supervise campers and participate in daily camp activities. Duties include preparing snacks, supervising all campers, interacting with campers during all activities, planning activities, such as arts and crafts and sports games, etc... All camp counselors must be punctual and reliable. Full-time counselors are preferred (40 hours a week), but part-time counselors (20 hours a week) will also be hired. Prior child care, camp counselor, or special education experience is a plus. Persons with or working toward a degree in Education, Rehabilitation and Special Education, Kinesiology or a related field are encouraged to apply. Persons with CPR, First Aid and/or Lifeguard Certification are also encouraged to apply.

Compensation: $7.25/hour to $7.70/hour, Depends on experience.

To Apply: Applicants should apply through the City of Auburn's website. If you do not have Internet access or you need assistance with this process, please contact the Alabama Career Center, 2300 Frederick Road, Opelika, Alabama, 36801. Their number is (334) 749-5065. Applicants should apply for the position of "Recreation Leader I;" there is not an actual position titled Camp Counselor.