Vocational and Recreational Transition Program Advisor

Company: Pattison's Academy
Location: Charleston
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Organization Overview: Pattison’s Academy is a nonprofit organization with the mission to unlock the potential of individuals with disabilities and empower their families. Located in Charleston, South Carolina, we provide individualized, comprehensive, year-round programming for children with disabilities through our charter school, summer camp, therapy services, and early intervention services. Our collaborative model places the child at the center of care and surrounds them with a multidisciplinary team of specialized providers, ensuring that all children’s needs are addressed with compassion and expertise. By consolidating their care network, we provide a one-stop destination with the tools necessary for children with disabilities and their families to thrive. Job Summary: Pattison's Academy is seeking a passionate and driven Vocational and Recreational Transition Program Advisor to join our summer camp team. Reporting to the Camp Director, this position will be responsible for executing a 4-week camp program for up to 9 camp participants with intellectual disabilities aged 14-24. Qualifications: Must have at least sixteen (16) weeks of experience working with individuals with disabilities Must have aminimumofanAssociate ’s Degreewith a focus on one or more of the following:Education,Therapy (SLP, OT, Physical),Medicine,Psychology Minimum of one year of supervisory or leadership experience CPR/First Aid Certification Clean driving record Responsibilities: As the Vocational and Recreational Transition Program Advisor, you will be expected to carry out the following job duties: Executea daily schedule of job skills/requirements for each program participant to complete to compliment his/her strengths Think creatively to ensure each camper is socially, emotionally, and physically challenged Monitor, evaluate, and report on program participant’s progressthroughout the4-week program Work closely and collaboratively with all members of the camp administration team to help planan appropriateand engaging schedule/program for campers Show flexibility to the pace and needs of the campers Assistand help guide counselors with any camper's personal hygiene needs (toileting, feeding, etc.) Able tolift upto 40lbs Ensure compliance to all safety requirements Transport camp participants safely to and from community outingsviaPattison’s Academy transportationwhile following transportation policies Complete and pass transportation training Closelymonitorcampers during camp hours to ensure safety andappropriate interactionwith their environment and peers Lead campers inappropriate community- basedinstruction/work site visits Promote self-advocacy, work readiness, and job exploration for all campers Supervise up to2staff members/counselors to follow daily schedule and ensure safety and participation of all campers 10 hours of virtual planning before being on-site Perform other related duties as assigned Important Dates: Orientation Days: June25and 26, 2026 Camp Dates: Monday-Friday June 29 – July 24, 2026 VRT Advisorhours: 7:45-3:15

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