Recreation Assistant - Camp Shamrock 2026 - Erie, PA

Overview:

This position reports to the Site Supervisor and is responsible for assisting the Site Supervisor and Recreation Leader in creating a productive daily schedule of skill building and recreational activities while providing a safe and fun atmosphere for the entire camp experience. 

What you’ll bring (Competencies or Behaviors): 


* High energy and excitement to assist and participate in a variety of recreational activities alongside campers.


* Patience and compassion while working with individuals with varying abilities.


* Willingness to drive organization owned vans and fleet vehicles to transport campers to activity sites.


* Excellent communication and social skills in a variety of settings.


* Accountability and timeliness


* Ability to take direction from leaders in day-to-day activities.


* Comfortable assisting with personal hygiene needs.


* Ability to demonstrate knowledge of fire and emergency evacuation procedures and equipment. 

What you’ll have (Qualifications): 


* Be 18 years of age or older.


* Have an active, valid U.S.

driver’s license


* Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check, Motor Vehicle Report, Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI clearance


* Experience working with children and adults with intellectual disabilities (preferred).


* Completed a minimum of 12 college credits; or experience worked in Camp Shamrock previously. 

A typical day-to-day may include (Responsibilities): 


* Maintaining the safety, well-being, and comfort of all campers.


* Responsible for the daily routine of meeting buses, assisting campers at lunch, completing self-care tasks, etc.

as directed by the Site Supervisor or Recreation Leader.  


* Engage and participate with campers in a wide variety of skill building and recreational activities.


* Will follow directions given by the Site Supervisor and Recreational Leader.


* Assists with daily student transportation as necessary, such as driving a van or lift van.


* Assists in the care of classroom furniture, instructional materials, and A/V equipment.


* Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, and in-service programs.  


* Responsible to work hours that meet the scheduling needs of the camp.


* Attends mandatory camp orientation and any additional training.


* Responsible for completing their daily accountability form. 

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families.

Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal oppo...