Interested in Volunteering?
If you are interested in volunteering during the week of Camp Encourage scheduled for July 28th through 31st, please complete the Volunteer Applicationand return it upon your earliest convenience. We appreciate your interest in supporting our campers!
Numerous details are involved annually as we prepare for Camp Encourage and many volunteer needs arise. On behalf of our campers, we extend our gratitude for your interest in being a part of this exciting endeaver!
An
especially rewarding experience is that of sharing your time with the
special campers during the week of Camp Encourage. Available positions are as follows:
Counselor positions are typically the
most rewarding camp experiences for staff members. Each counselor is assigned to a camper or small group of campers depending on the
needs of the children and youth. He or she accompanies the
camper(s) to all of the daily activities and resides overnight with
the children in an air-conditioned cabin. This is a unique
opportunity for students or professionals that work in the special
education field to experience (to a very small extent) what it is like
to live with a person with an autism spectrum disorder. Life long
friendships and professional connections often develop during this
experience and we feel confident that many will describe it as one of
the most valuable of their lives.
An Activity Facilitator plans and facilitates daily activities in his or her area and/or
areas of expertise (i.e. sensory, art, social development, campfire
songs, music activities, yoga, relaxation strategies, self-advocacy,
self-esteem) for the campers.
The Photographer is in charge of taking and printing pictures of daily activities
using the camp's digital camera. He or she will also assist in preparing the slideshow which is shown at the closing of camp to all campers and their families.
Medically Trained Professionals
reside overnight to assist with any medical needs. These individuals are in charge of collecting and distributing prescription and
over-the-counter medications.
Should you be interested in any of the above volunteer opportunities at Camp Encourage, please complete the applicationand submit it at your earliest convenience.