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Camp Counselor at MDA Summer Camp in Ashley, OH
ORGANIZATION: Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
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Saturday, 6/15/24 - Friday, 6/21/24
MDA Summer Camp is a magical place where anything is possible - from swimming to zip-lining and horseback riding to dancing under a disco ball and gaining valuable life skills. Each summer, thousands of kids attend life-changing, overnight camps around the U.S. - at no cost to their families, thanks to our generous supporters. Each summer, hundreds of volunteers serve as counselors and medical staff to help make Summer Camp a safe, fun, and memorable experience.
We'd love for you to apply to join us as a volunteer counselor! As an MDA Summer Camp volunteer, you will be by a campers’ sides day and night as you participate in adaptive camp experiences, games, dances, mealtime and more, during the weeklong, overnight program. Volunteers work with campers, providing around-the-clock care and support with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, and more. Counselors meet the daily needs of each child and provide emotional support while facilitating friendships and serving as role models.
Volunteering at MDA Summer Camp will also:
- Provide life-changing experiences and memories to last a lifetime.
- Enrich your life & inspire you in new ways.
- Boost your resume with unique, real-world experience.
- Earn up to 144 verified volunteer hours.
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About Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
Location:
161 N Clark, Suite 3550, Chicago, IL 60601, US
Mission Statement
Since 1950, we've spearheaded efforts to transform the lives of people with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. We fund groundbreaking research for promising treatments and provide families with the highest quality care from the best doctors in the country.
Description
The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is the world’s leading nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuromuscular diseases. It does so by funding worldwide research; by providing comprehensive health care services and support to MDA families nationwide; and, by rallying communities to fight back through advocacy, fundraising and local engagement. Visit mda.org to learn more.
CAUSE AREAS
Children & Youth,
Community,
People with Disabilities
WHEN
Sat Jun 15, 2024 - Fri Jun 21, 2024
WHERE
7700 Piper RoadAshley, OH 43003
(40.378403 ,-82.930916 )
DATE POSTED
February 2, 2024
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 17
- Orientation or Training
- Saturday, 6/15/24 - Friday, 6/21/24
- A completed application consists of a Reservation submitted via, UltraCamp, as well as: Signed and dated Physical form (from within the last 12 months) Copy of the front and back of your insurance card Two completed professional references