Camp Quinebaug
Recruitment #180416-5415HN-002
Location |
Killingly, CT
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Date Opened | 4/17/2018 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $25.70* - $34.35/hour (*New State employees start at minimum of salary range) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 4/24/2018 11:59:00 PM |
Camp Quinebaug provides a unique summer day camp experience for approximately 100 school aged children with developmental disabilities in northeastern Connecticut. Children with intellectual disabilities and autism are the primary population served at this camp. The camp is located on Wauregan Reservoir in Killingly on 11 acres and its waterfront is the only beach on this beautiful waterway. Arts, Crafts, sports and nature activities, music, swimming, boating and fishing are some of the highlights of the busy camp schedule.
This is a CT Licensed Youth Camp that is operated by the State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS).
DDS has one (1) seasonal part-time LPN position who work under the general direction of the Registered Nurse, Camp Administrator or Camp Manager at Camp Quinebaug. This position (along with a full-time LPN) functions as the camp nurse as mandated for CT Youth Camps licensed by the Office of Early Childhood. Acting as part of the nursing and camp team, these positions are responsible for meeting the nursing needs of the camp, which includes campers and staff working on camp grounds.
This position assists with providing comprehensive care and treatment of individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism and physical disabilities to ensure basic health and safety needs are met. May provide health or injury related triage to staff working at the camp, which includes staff from 16 school districts.
Hours of Work: This is a part-time seasonal position from June 8, 2018 to August 11, 2018; Monday through Friday 17.5 hours per week, specific schedule to be determined but must be flexible to meet the needs of the camp, including training. The first 2 weeks may be on part-time status and may involve availability up until 8:30pm. The last day of work includes a Saturday to close camp.
Pay rate is $25.70 per hour - $34.35 per hour.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application.
Please Note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
• Must be at least 21 years old as of June 8, 2018
• Incumbents in this class must have a license or temporary permit to practice nursing in Connecticut by the State Board of Examiners for Nursing.
• Must complete all required DDS training: Valid CPR Certification, Abuse & Neglect for children and adults, Physical Management Techniques (PMT), Infection Control, Water Safety and Emergency Preparedness
• Must have a valid physical exam conducted after August 11, 2015 which includes having a Camp Medical form completed by physician
• Applicants must be able to work for the full season.
• Selected candidates must possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and campers.
If selected for further consideration, applicants may be required to provide 2 letters of reference.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Daimar Ramos at Daimar.Ramos@ct.gov or (860) 263-2625.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities and autism spectrum disorders.
• Previous experience working in a camp setting.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.