Change lives, get experience and make money
passionate young professional
looking for a meaningful job, the
Woodlands has the opportunity
you have been waiting for….
Who we are...
(the Woodlands) is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with disability and chronic illness by providing adaptive therapeutic programs that support and strengthen the development of skills in socialization, creative expression, environmental awareness, recreation, and spirituality at our fully accessible facility. By partnering with more than 20 organizations to host camps, retreats and other programming, continuously fostering new relationships with organizations that serve individuals with special needs, and developing our facilities and programming, the Woodlands is forward-focused in its mission to reach and enrich the lives of those we serve. In the 2011 program year, the Woodlands served over 8,000 participants in both residential and non-residential programs via year-round enrichment opportunities, and goal-oriented and directed educational and life skills training. Program participants learn life skills, attend art classes, learn to play an instrument, work in the computer lab, swim, play golf and, most importantly, form friendships. Those who come to us have hopes and dreams, and we make it our priority to help them...imagine the possibilities.
“I love working for the Woodlands. It is such a
rewarding job, plus I’m getting valuable hands-on experience!”
- Ciara Brown
Woodlands Counselor
Our counselor team consists of responsible young men and women (ages 18+) who take excellent care of our participants while helping them have a fantastic experience at our facilities. Most of our staff has some college or job experience in a healthrelated field. We are selective in our hiring. Those we hire must possess and demonstrate strength of character such as dependability, a generous and upbeat attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to provide high-quality personal care, as well as flexibility and stamina.
Working at the Woodlands is fun. The personal rewards and experiences are something you can take with you for the rest of your life and career.
Qualifications for Counselors include:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Flexibility in scheduling
- Ability and interest in working with children/adults with disabilities and
chronic illnesses
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to bend/lift/assist with physical care
- Positive and upbeat attitude
