BFT Aspire Camp Staff - Therapeutic Floater Summer Program
 Massachusetts General Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Somerville | |
| 399 Revolution Drive (Show on map) | |
 Feb 12, 2025 | |
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Aspire is a program of the Massachusetts General Hospital and Partners Healthcare Systems that serves more than 200 participants, teens, and young adults with social cognition challenges, including Asperger's Syndrome, High-Cognitive Autism, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and autism spectrum disorders. Aspire Summer Camp serves 100 participants aged 5-13 who have the cognitive capacity for solid peer connections but who lack the understanding and skill set to form those connections. The summer program is an immersive experience in which campers are placed into well-matched groups, with participant-to-staff ratios no greater than 3:1. Participants engage in outdoor education activities, such as hiking and fishing, theme-based curriculum, such as art or recreation, and skill building lessons to support in the development of social skills, stress management strategies, and self-awareness.
The Therapeutic Floater is a seasonal position working at both our Lower Camp (ages 5-9) or Upper Camp (ages 9-13), both housed at our summer camp location: Aspire Adventure Camp at Hale Reservation in Westwood, MA. The Floater is responsible for helping to manage the therapeutic needs of participants at their designated site in collaboration with their Group Leaders and leadership staff. This includes serving as a resource in a variety of therapeutic models that foster growth in the areas of social pragmatics, stress and anxiety management, and self-awareness. The Floater will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in these skills and provide consultation and training to staff in effective strategies. In addition, this individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate records about camp policies and procedures and ensuring that the assigned site operates as efficiently and effectively as possible. This position is a member of the summer camp leadership team. *We invite neurodivergent candidates to apply. 1. Provide leadership and support to assigned groups, including modeling, guiding, and observing Assistant Group Leaders/Group Leaders; relationship building with campers; developing and supporting the implementation of support plans for specific campers; providing resources; supporting communication with families and ensuring all supports are aligned with the Aspire philosophy. 7. Communicate with caregivers, families and outside providers around tailored supports and individual needs. QUALIFICATIONS Education Physical Requirements
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