Activities Instructor - Seasonal
Company: Kelberman Center Inc
Location: Utica
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: POSITION SUMMARY
The Activities Instructor is responsible for developing and
providing supervision of appropriate recreational activities at
Kamp Connections. The Activities Instructor will work
collaboratively with the camp administrative team to enhance
quality of and activities for those individuals receiving services.
This position will also provide support to agency operations
regarding communications with families, individuals and community
members. Activity areas include, but are not limited to: Sports &
Games, Archery, or Arts & Crafts. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Role
responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Assist in scheduling, planning, implementation and supervision for
all camp recreational activities. Develop daily lesson plans,
adjusting activities for varying age groups and developmental
abilities. Engage and direct camp counselors in activity
implementation. Request, utilize and maintain recreation materials
and equipment. Provide specific documentation for each expenditure
and maintain recreation account. Participate in activities to help
promote, coordinate and plan camp programs and special events.
Ensure compliance with all pertinent government and Center
regulations and operating standards. Impart Center philosophy of
the "power of individuals, family, and community working together
to maximize our collective potential.” Maintain confidentiality of
information relating to individuals and their families in
accordance with center policy. Provide direct visual supervision to
assigned individual(s). Assist individuals with their participation
in activities. Maintain a safe environment, addressing issues or
concerns as they arise. Report to supervisor daily concerns and the
overall outcome. Work cooperatively and provide needed supports for
overall quality assurance excellence. Establish a work environment
that creates positive communication between supervisors and
employees and assimilates new employees to the Center’s culture,
values and mission. Perform other duties at the discretion of the
Camp Director or his/her designee Requirements: JOB REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED preferred Minimum one years’ experience
developing and leading recreational/camp activities required. Basic
Computer Skills (Including Windows, Word and Excel). Ability to
lift and/or assist individuals and the ability to meet the physical
requirements of the specific job. This position has regular and
substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with
individuals receiving services and is required by law to be
fingerprinted for a criminal history record check under OPWDD
(Office for People with Developmental Disabilities) or OMH (Office
of Mental Health) and most recently in coordination with the
regulations of the NYS Justice Center. Regularly attend scheduled
shifts and meetings, being punctual Must have a valid NYS Driver’s
License Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when
circumstances are warranted. An equivalent combination of education
and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of
responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above
education and experience requirements.
Keywords: Kelberman Center Inc, Schenectady , Activities Instructor - Seasonal, Social Services , Utica, New York
