Summer Advocate for Children with Behavioral and Emotional Needs

1 week ago


Dover, Delaware, United States JCC Greater Boston Full time
Overview
As a Summer Advocate for Children with Behavioral and Emotional Needs, you will be working at Camp Grossman, a summer day camp located in Dover, Massachusetts. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children who require additional support.

Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced individual to join our team as a Camper Support Advocate. In this role, you will work closely with campers, families, and staff to ensure that each child has the necessary support to thrive in the general camp environment. Your primary responsibilities will include building and monitoring support systems for campers with behavioral, mental, emotional, or social health needs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work one-on-one with campers who have behavioral, mental, emotional, or social health needs to support them in the general camp environment.
  • Collaborate with families, campers, and unit staff to build and monitor manageable support systems for campers with behavioral, mental, emotional, or social health needs.
  • Provide training in de-escalation techniques to all staff.
  • Manage camper profile paperwork for campers screened into the Camper Support program.
  • Meet with the Program Director prior to the start of camp to process intake information and plan for a successful camp opening.
  • Participate in the camp crisis intervention team to support campers who may need acute and immediate support.

Requirements
To be considered for this position, you must have a Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field. You should also have experience working with children and teens, preferably in a summer camp setting. Experience working with children with special needs is a plus.

Salary and Benefits
The estimated salary for this position is $20 per hour. As a seasonal employee, you will be eligible for access to JCC Greater Boston's fitness center and recreation facilities during your employment. Additionally, you may receive discounted enrollment for your own children in the camp program.

About Us
JCC Greater Boston is a vibrant and inclusive community that provides a wide range of programs and services for children, teens, and adults. Our mission is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone can feel valued and connected. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create opportunities for individuals from all backgrounds to engage and grow with us.

How to Apply
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact in their lives, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you

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