Special Needs Caregiver
Support That Meets Your Child Where They Are
At Wake Harvest, we believe every child deserves the support they need to thrive. Our specialists provide one-on-one and two-to-one support for children with special needs, helping them build skills, confidence, and independence in a caring, inclusive environment.
Your child may benefit from additional support if they:
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Need extra assistance due to special needs
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Are not yet potty trained
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Experience behavioral or impulse-control challenges
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Have difficulty with personal boundaries
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Have learning disabilities
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Are non-verbal
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Need support with other unique challenges
We meet each child where they are and work with them to help them grow, connect, and reach their potential.
Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Are you 15–18 and ready to spend your summer building leadership skills, gaining hands-on experience, and mentoring younger campers?
The Wake Harvest CIT Program gives teens the opportunity to:
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Build leadership and teamwork skills
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Gain experience for future jobs and college applications
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Work alongside experienced camp staff
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Mentor and encourage younger campers
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Develop confidence and responsibility
How to Apply
Complete the CIT Application Form. Selected CITs must attend mandatory training sessions.
CIT Tuition: $195/week for the first three weeks. After the initial three weeks, tuition may be reduced based on performance. CITs ranked at Level 1 or 2 may qualify for additional tuition reductions.
Internships
Looking for hands-on experience working with children while building valuable professional skills?
The Wake Harvest Internship Program gives students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in a camp and youth-program setting while working alongside experienced staff.
Interns have the opportunity to:
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Gain hands-on experience working with children
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Develop communication, leadership, and teamwork skills
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Learn from experienced youth professionals
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Build skills for future education and career opportunities
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Make a positive impact in the lives of campers
Interested in Becoming an Intern?
Additional requirements, training, scheduling, and program details will be provided to applicants.