Camp - Cabin Leader
The League For People with Disabilities
Location
Frederick County, Maryland
Salary
$8,100 / YEAR
Quick overview
The Cabin Leader provides direct supervision and personal care support to campers with disabilities to ensure a safe and inclusive environment. They are responsible for managing daily cabin routines, facilitating camper participation in activities, and maintaining health and safety standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and experience working with individuals with disabilities or in a caregiving role. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring are required.
Job description
Camp cabin leader
Organization: The League for People with Disabilities
Department: Camp
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary
$8,100.00 per Summer
Reports To: Camp Director
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Position Summary
The Camp Cabin Leader is responsible for creating a safe, supportive, and engaging living environment for campers with physical and developmental disabilities. This role focuses on daily care, supervision, and fostering independence while ensuring each camper has a meaningful and inclusive camp experience. The Cabin Leader serves as a primary point of support, building strong relationships with campers and promoting a sense of belonging within the cabin group.
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Are you compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a real difference? As a camp cabin leader, you'll be the go-To support person for your group of campers-Creating a safe, structured, and fun environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive.
You're not just supervising-you're building relationships, fostering independence, and creating a true sense of belonging.
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What you'll do
- Create a Positive Cabin Community
- Build a welcoming, inclusive, and structured cabin environment
- Establish routines that promote comfort, independence, and success
- Help campers feel safe, valued, and part of a team
- Provide Hands-On Support
- Assist with daily living needs (hygiene, dressing, toileting, feeding as needed)
- Support mobility, transfers, and use of adaptive equipment
- Encourage independence while providing the right level of support
- Ensure Safety & Wellbeing
- Maintain active supervision at all times
- Follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures
- Use de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports
- Engage in the Camp Experience
- Participate in daily activities alongside campers
- Encourage involvement and social interaction
- Be a positive, energetic role model
What you bring
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities or in a caregiving role
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Patience, empathy, and a team-first mindset
Bonus Points If You Have
- Camp or residential program experience
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience with behavior support strategies
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- Physical requirements
- Ability to lift, transfer, and assist individuals with mobility needs
- Ability to stay active and engaged throughout the day
- Comfortable working indoors and outdoors
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- Schedule
- Summer Seasonal
- Hours Vary
- Mandatory paid training and orientation
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- Why you'll love working here
- Build meaningful, lasting connections with campers
- Make a direct impact every single day
- Gain hands-on experience in caregiving and support
- Work with a passionate, supportive team
