Unit Head, Camp Kaleidoscope, Summer Day Camp

2 days ago

MA United States Greater Boston, Inc. Full time

Laughter. Fun. Being a role model and making a difference. Camp Kaleidoscope, the JCC summer day camp in Newton, draws creative campers interested in the arts, science and the outdoors. Camp Counselors and activity specialists guide campers in drama, art, science, sports, swimming and much more as they develop and build self-confidence. The energy of the camp is lively, playful and warm, as both campers and staff develop lifelong friendships. We are looking for dynamic and engaging leaders to serve as Unit Heads for our camp age groups. JCC Greater Boston offers free bus service for staff from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury, and Wayland during the season, making it possible for staff to receive transportation from their home communities if needed. This 8 week camp program is June 23 - August 15. While we prefer candidates who are available all summer, we recognize that candidates may have other obligations and are happy to work with your schedule.

JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:

  • Work in partnership with camp staff to create an inclusive group dynamic and facilitate accommodations to fully include campers with special needs with their peers
  • Plan and facilitate group activities
  • Provide ongoing support to camp counselors, campers and their families
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of campers in structured and unstructured time
  • Create a fun/joyful dynamic
  • Work in partnership with peers and Camp Leadership to provide a happy, safe and memorable summer for the children
  • Facilitate and support camper participation in activities, including arts, sports and swimming

Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to:

  • Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
  • Actively participate as an essential team member
  • Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
  • Enthusiastically representing the organization, model excellence and achievement
  • Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
  • Other duties as assigned

JOB DETAILS: This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $18 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.

Camp Kaleidoscope seeks an outgoing, dynamic leader to oversee counselors, campers and CITs, in a nurturing environment based on respect and fun. Unit Heads supervise our camp counselor staff and manage communication with the families of campers within their age group. Our camp units are split into campers entering grades K – 1 (Lower Camp), 2 – 3 (Middle Camp), 4 – 8 (Upper Camp), and 9 – 10 (CIT).

Lower Camp: supervise counselors and campers entering grades K - 1. Our youngest age group enjoys specialist-led activities and fun group games throughout the day. Age-appropriate activities and knowledge of childhood development is especially key in our youngest age group.

Middle Camp: supervise counselors and campers entering grades 2 - 3. Campers choose a sports, arts or drama activity track/concentration to introduce choice into their daily schedule in addition to the variety of fun activities all campers enjoy.

Upper Camp: supervise counselors and campers entering grades 4 - 8. Campers in our oldest age group have a variety of electives to choose from, including theater, dance, video production, sports, boating, fencing, music, art, costuming and more.

CIT: lead, train and supervise counselors in training entering grades 9 - 10. Many of our CITs are former campers looking to build their skillset and learn what it takes to become a great role model and camp counselor in future summers. Developing and leading training sessions, as well as providing ongoing coaching and feedback, is key to this role.

Education and Experience:

  • High school degree required
  • College degree, concentration or equivalent experience in Education or similar field of study and/or comparable experience preferred
  • 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience teaching or program planning for children in a variety of settings
  • Customer service experience preferred

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability and commitment to build strong relationships with campers, parents, co-workers, and camp leadership
  • Safety awareness and ability to communicate any issues and concerns with supervisors
  • Exhibits leadership skills, including teamwork, patience, flexibility, and diplomacy
  • Demonstrates positive attitude at all times
  • Self-starter who takes the initiative
  • Must be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
  • Able to lift and carry objects weighing 30-40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)
  • Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularly.
  • Ability to participate in swim to supervise children.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

In addition to offering rewarding work and great career opportunities within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment , JCC Greater Boston proudly offers employees the generous benefits listed below.

JCCGB Perks Each seasonal employee is eligible for access to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton Seasonal access to the JCC Fitness Center includes:

  • Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman JCC during active seasonal employment.
  • Free or discounted enrollment for camp programs may be available for camp employees’ children based on availability.
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