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  • Summer Camp Seasonal Arts & Crafts Specialist

    Flying Horse Farms Seasonal

    Mount Gilead, OH

    Temporary Description The Arts & Crafts Specialist is responsible for creating safe, age-appropriate, adaptive programming for campers aged 8-17 years old. This staff member will create dynamic and detailed lesson plans and will be responsible for supervising volunteers each session. They will also lead the teen Artpost program. Team Overview: The Program Team brings the camp experience to life by creating programs, building community and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all camp participants. The team creates accessible and developmentally appropriate programs and recruits, processes and supports a large team of volunteers and seasonal staff. In adherence with laws and camp governing bodies; they develop, plan and implement camp emergency procedures and policies. Responsibilities: Attend Seasonal Staff Training (May 18-29, 2026) Design and implement outcomes-driven programming for arts & crafts (fine arts, painting, tie-dye, beading, and nature crafts), Artpost, and other program areas as needed Modify and adapt activities in response to weather and to meet medical, psychosocial, accessibility, and other camper needs to ensure an inclusive experience Enforce safety regulations in arts & crafts areas Ensure that all supplies are safely stored and maintained Collaborate with supervisor and the Program Coordinator in the preparation, purchase order, and record-keeping of inventory of supplies in assigned areas Support, lead, and evaluate arts & crafts volunteers Submit weekly arts & crafts plan to supervisor Assist the Cabin Life team with maintaining appropriate supervision of campers, including providing overnight coverage in cabins as needed Requirements Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience Ability to move across camp grounds and between buildings and activity areas multiple times each day Ability to coordinate a multi-faceted program for campers aged 8-17 years with varying physical and developmental abilities Ability to create an outcomes-based curriculum for assigned program area Responsible for the safety and supervision of all participants in their care Ability to live on site Ability to support with program set up and tear down (including movement of materials up to 50 lbs.) Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience Creative arts experience (educational or experiential) Experience facilitating activities with groups Expectations & Requirements for all Flying Horse Farms Staff We live our Values. We are each responsible for knowing our values and nurturing our culture: We are All In.We demonstrate a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done, we are supportive and loyal, show up present and ready and we are passionate about "Campers First." We have an Attitude of Optimism.We find what is working and make more of that happen, demonstrate adaptability within ambiguity, spread joy and hope and ensure everyone we interact with feels "Welcomed Home." We are Trustworthy.We are consistent, dependable, steady, truthful and operate with transparency, take ownership for our work and "See the Best" in others. We Take Initiative.We are driven, work towards goals with fortitude, pay attention to details and find innovative solutions with "Fearless is Free" attitudes. Salary Description $3,500 for the summer
    $37k-54k yearly est. 15d ago
  • Prevention Services Art Therapy Intern (Summer 2026)

    Bellefaire JCB 3.2company rating

    Shaker Heights, OH

    QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Currently enrolled in social work, education or other related academic program Competency/Skills: Core Expertise: Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date. Independent Judgment: Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Cultural Competency: Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics. Interpersonal Communication: Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language. Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures. Collaboration and Teamwork: Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions. Service Orientation: Anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of others, whether they are clients or not. Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions. Experience: Previous experience working with children is preferred, but not required. AGENCY SUMMARY: Bellefaire JCB is among the nation's largest, most experienced child service agencies providing a variety of behavioral health, substance abuse, education and prevention services. Through more than 25 programs, we help more than 30,000 youth and their families each year achieve resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: POSITION SUMMARY: The Prevention Services Intern will participate in the Begun Center for Resiliency summer camp program. Specifically, the camp includes three different programs: Pre-K/K students, middle school students and high school students. The intern will play an active role in the camp, with both assisting in the camp's day-to-day operations as well as consistent care and oversight of camp attendees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Assist in teaching daily curricula and leading small group discussions. Assist in the overseeing and general supervision of youth enrolled in the program. Help lead activities for students, including, but not limited to, daily check ins, mood ratings, and mindfulness activities. Lead ice breakers and team building games as necessary. Assist middle school youth in creating social media and other art modalities with messaging to promote violence prevention. Safely transport and drive students to various sites for volunteer work. Assist as necessary in camp volunteer projects. Depending on timing of program, responsible for some recruitment of youth for programs. OTHER DUTIES: Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training. All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned by management. OTHER: A valid driver's license with approved driving record (less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency. Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Bellefaire JCB is a partner agency of the Wingspan Care Group, a non-profit administrative service organization providing a united, community-based network of services so member agencies can focus on mission-related goals and operate in a more cost-effective and efficient manner.
    $25k-33k yearly est. Auto-Apply 15d ago
  • Prevention Services Art Therapy Intern (Summer 2026)

    Bellefaire JCB 3.2company rating

    Shaker Heights, OH

    Job DescriptionQUALIFICATIONS: Education: Currently enrolled in social work, education or other related academic program Competency/Skills: Core Expertise: Possess skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date. Independent Judgment: Demonstrate ability to perform job responsibilities with a high degree of initiative and independent judgment. Cultural Competency: Demonstrate awareness, sensitivity and skills in working professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who represent various cultural and personal background and characteristics. Interpersonal Communication: Communicate clearly using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional language. Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adhere to professional values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and adheres to Agency policies and procedures. Collaboration and Teamwork: Function effectively as a member of a professional team that includes employees, clients and family members. Problem Solving & Decision Making: Recognize problems and responds appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions. Service Orientation: Anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of others, whether they are clients or not. Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate competence in utilizing Agency computer systems and software as required to perform essential job functions. Experience: Previous experience working with children is preferred, but not required. AGENCY SUMMARY: Bellefaire JCB is among the nation's largest, most experienced child service agencies providing a variety of behavioral health, substance abuse, education and prevention services. Through more than 25 programs, we help more than 30,000 youth and their families each year achieve resiliency, dignity and self-sufficiency. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: POSITION SUMMARY: The Prevention Services Intern will participate in the Begun Center for Resiliency summer camp program. Specifically, the camp includes three different programs: Pre-K/K students, middle school students and high school students. The intern will play an active role in the camp, with both assisting in the camp's day-to-day operations as well as consistent care and oversight of camp attendees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Assist in teaching daily curricula and leading small group discussions. Assist in the overseeing and general supervision of youth enrolled in the program. Help lead activities for students, including, but not limited to, daily check ins, mood ratings, and mindfulness activities. Lead ice breakers and team building games as necessary. Assist middle school youth in creating social media and other art modalities with messaging to promote violence prevention. Safely transport and drive students to various sites for volunteer work. Assist as necessary in camp volunteer projects. Depending on timing of program, responsible for some recruitment of youth for programs. OTHER DUTIES: Attend scheduled staff meetings, supervision, and on-going training. All required trainings, certifications and licensure must be kept current in accordance with applicable licensing and accreditation regulations and standards. Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct and adhere to Agency policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned by management. OTHER: A valid driver's license with approved driving record (less than 6 points), personal transportation and insurance, if required to drive on behalf of the agency. Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Bellefaire JCB is a partner agency of the Wingspan Care Group, a non-profit administrative service organization providing a united, community-based network of services so member agencies can focus on mission-related goals and operate in a more cost-effective and efficient manner. Powered by JazzHR Gy3pOlcnWj
    $25k-33k yearly est. 15d ago

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