Description
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families is seeking qualified providers to deliver summer camp and alternative recreational services to youth (0‑<21) with developmental disabilities during June‑August 2026. Providers must obtain a Youth Camp Safety Certificate, a DOH youth‑camp permit, and meet staffing‑to‑youth ratios, background‑check, and training requirements. Services are reimbursed at fixed per‑unit rates and must be pre‑authorized by PerformCare.
• Offer 1‑3 service options: Traditional Day Camp (up to 10 days), Alternative Recreational Sessions (up to 20 × ≥2 h), or Overnight Camp (up to 6 nights), with a hybrid option available.
• Serve eligible youth statewide; programs must be open to any qualifying child residing with a legal guardian, not limited to shelter or congregate‑care populations.
• Required documentation includes three letters of support, agency‑wide organizational chart, and compliance certifications; invoices submitted within 90 days of service.
• Funding is per‑diem only; providers are reimbursed at $128.57 per TDC day, $213.76 per overnight night, and $64.28 per ARS session, with no additional start‑up funds.