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Overview 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Core Responsibilities The Ascendigo Lake Manager (LM) oversees the wake sports component of our summer camp programming. The LM supervises the lake team (two to four Lake Specialists) which includes but is not limited to assigning tasks, delegating responsibilities, coordinating logistics, overcoming interpersonal conflicts, etc. The LM must constantly monitor the lake site to ensure the safety of campers and staff alike. A typical day on the Lake Team includes loading and transporting gear to the lake site, ensuring the lake program is running safely and efficiently, teaching skill progression in wake sports, cleaning up the lake site, returning to town, and storing the gear. The LM works in proximity with our campers and may need to assist with behavior prevention & mitigation and activities of daily living such as toileting and hygiene. Tasks Work directly with clients who have challenging behaviors that may include physical aggression toward others Act as direct support to someone with autism through a full day of outdoor recreation Work in an outdoor environment requiring situational awareness and quick decision-making Collaborate with Ascendigo Coaches and Interns to create sport lesson plans and goals that meet the client’s needs Act as a teacher and advocate for clients Accompany clients and teach skill acquisition and behavior reduction in social, community, recreation, leisure, and other program settings Build a positive rapport with clients and facilitate FUN! Oversee client well‑being and safety in a camp and lake setting Work positively as a team with all Ascendigo staff members Attend client and staff meetings and training as necessary Communicate with staff effectively Manage a team of employees Manage a group of 6‑8 participants and staff while on a boat Analyze and monitor lake sites for risk and mitigate risk Proficient in driving speed boats Proficient in towing athletes (wake surfers, wake boarders, water skiers, tubers) Able to tow loaded boat trailers on the highways Boat mechanical knowledge preferred Additional Qualifications Must be 21 or over and have legal working status Must maintain a valid driver’s license and excellent driving record Must have a clean background check with no felonies or flags Must provide a current CPR/First Aid certification Must maintain a current Lifeguard Certification High school diploma required Applicants are required to have and use their own phone for work duties Basic computer skills (MS Office, email, social media) Must be able to lift and move heavy objects (up to 25 pounds) Destination Ascendigo Ascendigo’s mission is to elevate the spectrum by empowering people, inspiring lives, and shattering expectations. We apply this mission to both the people we serve and the people we work with. Ascendigo is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of children and adults living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through therapeutic recreation, employment, community integration, education, and an array of behavioral health services. We are headquartered in Carbondale, CO. Our ASCENDIGO PROMISE to our employees is to provide meaning and purpose in the work we do. We support high performance through thoughtful onboarding and training and acting with integrity. We offer 360° compensation with a path to financial security, personal well‑being and fulfillment, and housing assistance. Personal Characteristics Committed and passionate about the Ascendigo mission of holistic, active, community‑based, independent, and person‑centered life Belief in the dignity and potential of our clients A culture of R.E.S.P.E.C.T. R – Recognize the inherent worth of your coworkers E – Eliminate derogatory words and phrases S – Speak with people – not at them – or about them P – Protect the culture of your organization – report and support E – Empathize – consider what it is like in others’ situations C – Consider your impact on others before speaking and apologize when you make a mistake T – Treat everyone with integrity, dignity, and respect Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Management and Manufacturing Industries Non‑profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ascendigo Autism Services by 2x. Get notified about new Camp Manager jobs in Carbondale, CO . #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascendigo Autism Services

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