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BBYO Camp Wellness Specialist/Social Worker

Various Camp locations (Pennsylvania)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

BBYO is the leading pluralistic, Jewish teen movement providing exceptional leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences. The Wellness Specialist is responsible for monitoring the emotional well-being of participants and staff, addressing their needs, and providing support during camp activities.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for monitoring the emotional well-being of all participants and staff

Review each participant’s profile and help staff to plan for participants’ needs

Observe all participants and follow up on any potential issues

Assist with camp adjustment issues and separation anxiety

Provide support to staff as they deal with participant behavior such as aggression, homesickness, teasing, or bullying

Be alert to issues that may arise from pre-existing family situations such as recent death, divorce, or serious illness in the family

Consult with staff as they work with children with diagnosed disorders

Work closely with the camp nurse to monitor the overlap of the physical and emotional wellbeing of participants

Be available to all staff regarding any issue surrounding a participant or the bunk group

Meet with individual teens or bunk groups when necessary

Work with appropriate staff to develop strategies for success for teens in need

Contact parents to discuss participants when necessary

Be available to respond to crisis situations

Be available and present to teens and staff throughout the camp day

Supervise Camper Support Specialist when the position exists

In matters of concern regarding teen behavior, inform the Site Director and Senior Director of Wellness and Inclusion

Plan and implement relevant staff training sessions during Staff Training and as needed throughout the summer

Assist Leadership Team, Educators, Leadership Staff, and Madrichim/Counselors to understand the needs of their teens

Assist staff in creating an environment where the teen feels emotionally supported and physically safe

Train staff on relevant mental, emotional, spiritual health challenges

Teach staff methods for providing opportunities for the teen to achieve success

Teach staff appropriate methods of dealing with teen behavioral issues

Provide emotional support to staff and monitor staff morale

Be available for pre-camp conversation and pre-camp planning

Participate in Staff Training

Prepare for and actively participate in staff trainings, meetings, and supervisory conferences

Attend meetings with nurse(s) and Site Director

Meet regularly with Madrichim/Counselors to discuss any participant, bunk or staff concerns

Meet regularly with Site Director to discuss ongoing issues

Communicate in a manner that is respectful of others

Be a positive, contributing member of the Leadership Team

Assume all other responsibilities and perform whatever duties are necessary to assure the efficient and successful operation of the Division

Communicate regularly with Senior Director of Wellness and Inclusion

Qualification

In Social WorkActive licenseChildrenMental Health CounselingCrisis interventionBehavioral managementEmotional supportStaff trainingCommunication skills