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Special Needs Camps

Courageous Acres

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Approximate Start Date

Start: 31 May 2023

Approximate End Date

End: 10 Oct 2024

Camp Type

Special Needs

Location

12701 Waterville Swanton Rd, Whitehouse, OH 43571

Staff

Total: 20 (8 international staff) aged 18+

Campers

Total: 30 (co-ed camp)

Camp Overview

To provide support, education, advocacy, community experiences and outdoor recreational experiences that will foster socialization, independence and a better quality of life for persons with Developmental Disabilities and their families.

Camp Courageous Inc. began operating in 1963. Since that time we have continually served children and adults with developmental disabilities. We provide an outdoor recreation experience including various activities such as hiking, gardening, swimming, sports, arts & crafts, and star gazing.

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Do you have the skills they're looking for?

We asked the camp what positions they are looking to fill at the recruitment fair. Look out for the big thumbs up!

Are you looking to hire Special Needs counsellors?

Are you looking to hire Waterfront staff and Lifeguards?

Are you looking to hire Support Staff (Campower)?

Counsellor Roles:

Here's a list of all the positions this camp commonly hires for!

Arts & Crafts
Emotional Disabilities
Learning Difficulties
Lifeguarding
Mental Disabilities
Physical Disabilities

Campower Roles:

Here's a list of all the positions this camp commonly hires for!

General Maintenance
Groundskeeping
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Hmm... What's your role?

Staff Time Off

All staff will have every Saturday off. We have three 8-hour shifts during residential camp and day camp only runs from 9am - 3pm.

Staff Qualities

When it comes to staff members, Camp Courageous looks for those who are enthusiastic and willing to learn! We employ individuals who are confident and take initiative. If you are looking to gain experience in the special needs field or have experience and want to continue growing, Camp Courageous is the place for you!