Project Explorer Staff

Summer/ Winter Camp Staff- East Syracuse and Syracuse Areas

Indera (Formerly ARISE/Exceptional Family Resources) is looking for reliable and energetic staff for our summer/ winter day camp, supporting teens and young adults with developmental disabilities.

Summer

We are hosting 2 sites in Onondaga County this summer in the East Syracuse and Syracuse areas. Our summer program, Project Explore, is provided for campers aged 13-30 in a 1:2 group setting. There are typically 8-10 campers and 4-5 staff each day of the program. Camp runs Monday through Friday, and staff hours are typically 11:30am - 5:30pm (except for Wednesdays which run 8:30am-5:30pm to accommodate longer trips such as to Sea Breeze and Treman Falls).

Staff and campers have daily opportunities to swim, hike, play games, visit local parks and beaches, explore new locations, and make long-lasting friendships.

Camp runs June 29th - August 14th, (Dates will vary for upcoming Summer program) with multiple trainings at the end of June. No experience is necessary, but successful applicants must be energetic, outgoing, positive, and enjoy the outdoors.

Qualifications

Staff are required to provide transportation for campers using their own vehicle and must have a valid driver's license; mileage is reimbursed at $0.76/mile. Positions start at $17.50/hr and increase based on years of experience. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age by Dec 1, 2026.