Camp Unit Head
About The Position
Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool! With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever! Camp Staff Orientation is: 4-8pm on June 16th, 17th, 18th Camp Runs: June 22nd through August 14th
Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance
- At least one year previous camp experience
- Must be able to commit to 8 weeks of camp as well as orientation and at least 2 weeks pre-camp
- First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)
Responsibilities
- Assist with camp setup, inventory of materials, scheduling, and administrative preparation, including attendance systems in the weeks leading up to camp
- Support the planning and facilitation of staff orientation and training
- Provide ongoing support to counselors as issues arise throughout the camp day
- Assist counselors with the setup and facilitation of individual group and multi-group activities
- Support smooth transitions between program areas to promote camper success
- Maintain an active, visible presence throughout camp by regularly walking the grounds and engaging with campers and staff-including during “hobby”
- Capture photos and videos of campers and staff for promotional and communication purposes, following camp policies
- Model professionalism and best practices while providing in-the-moment coaching and accountability to counselors
- Assist the Camp Director and Assistant Director in planning and implementing weekly whole-camp activities in alignment with the camp calendar
- Check in daily with staff members to provide support, address concerns, and ensure program quality
- Communicate with families as needed, including navigating difficult conversations in person or by phone
- Support overall camp operations and respond to additional needs as they arise
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