Music Specialist, Camp Star

Company: The Arc Of Union County
Location: Mountainside
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Summary: Under the direction of the Camp Director or designate, this position is responsible for planning and administering all camp music activities including daily classes, rainy day activities and other special events. In addition, when not performing music duties, the Music Specialist will work with assigned group. Qualifications: Possess or working towards a degree in Music, Music Therapy or Special Education. Experience working with persons with disabilities and/or children a plus. An interest in music and abilities to design and conduct music and related activities. Major responsibilities: Working every day of camp season Attending and providing input at all required staff meetings Being prepared to begin instruction on time-all supplies having been brought out and lessons prepared Effectively utilizing the camp staff available with each group Varying instruction to provide for age, ability and individual differences between campers Reporting any incidents/accidents disturbances or unusual circumstances to the camp director Submitting lesson plans (complete with Objectives, Activities, and Materials) for the music program to the camp director on Friday of each week for the following week’s activities. Formulating and facilitating (when required) “rainy day” activities Submitting one newsletter article for the Music Program to the camp director on or before the Monday of the fifth week of camp When not conducting music activities, work with assigned group and assist with all activities for the group Support and monitoring of all campers in daily living skills/needs including personal hygiene needs i.e. toileting and bathing Being prepared to swim each day Being in designated bus area each morning and afternoon to assist campers as needed Bus Aide duty (riding the bus during the morning and afternoon runs to ensure campers’ safety) as assigned. Reporting to assigned area during emergency situations/drills Ensuring that all equipment and supplies are properly cared for and returned to the correct storage area Have purchases approved by the camp director prior to any purchase being made Ordering/purchasing supplies needed for the lessons prepared Seeking advisement of the camp director/assistant director when necessary Performing other duties as assigned by the camp director/assistant director Completion of all required training (must pass for employment) including; Adult and Child CPR Megan’s Law Basic First Aid Danielle’s Law Circles of Support HIPPA Preventing Abuse and Neglect Diversity Crisis Management Agency Policy Infectious Disease Control Diastat/ Epi Pen Camp Orientation Effective Communication Behavior Support Under the direction of the Camp Director, provide individual or small group instruction within the academic program. ADA Requirements: This position will require significant physical activity including but not limited to: swimming, ball playing, running, and may require carrying materials and supplies over a distance to prepare for activities. The incumbent must be able to maneuver persons in wheelchairs and persons who use other ambulation devices, and at times will be required to physically lift, transfer and/or otherwise support persons with disabilities. Must cooperate fully in any internal or external investigation with the Agency’s licensing agents including the Department of Human Services, the Division of Children & Families staff, or any other duly authorized external person regarding the care and service delivery to individuals’ served. The agency may assign employees to any duties and to any work site it deems necessary in its’ sole discretion.

Keywords: The Arc Of Union County, West New York , Music Specialist, Camp Star, Social Services , Mountainside, New Jersey