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JCC Greater Boston · 2 months ago

Unit Head / Division Head, Camp Kaleidoscope, JCC Summer Day Camp

Newton, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

1+ years exp

JCC Greater Boston is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Unit Heads to join their Leadership Team this summer. The Unit Head will be responsible for leading and mentoring a staff of teens and young adults, ensuring camper well-being, and creating joyful experiences for children.

Non-profit Organization Management

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and lead age-appropriate activities in your specialty area

Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities

Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration

Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience

Maintain, organize, and request necessary supplies and equipment

Adapt activities to meet the needs and abilities of diverse campers

Support camp-wide special events and large-group programming as assigned

Assist with overall camp operations as needed (drop-off/pick-up, transitions, lunch, supervision, etc.)

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

Qualification

Group managementActivity planningLeadershipSafety awarenessCommunication skillsTeamworkCreativityFlexibilityProblem-solvingPositive attitudeRelationship building

Required

High school degree required

1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience teaching or program planning for children in a variety of settings

Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them grow

Passion and expertise in your specialty area (arts, sports, music, cooking, science, etc.)

Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities

Excellent group management skills

Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff

Safety awareness and ability to manage risks during activities

Creativity, flexibility and patience to adapt activities for diverse camper needs

Positive, energetic attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive, joyful camp environment

Proactive problem-solving and willingness to ask for guidance when needed

Self-starter who takes the initiative

Must be able to work well with others, building/sustaining collaborative solid relationships

Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and ask for help, guidance, or clarification when needed

Commitment to build strong relationships with campers, co-workers, and camp leadership

Able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities

Ability to work in variety of weather conditions for extended periods of time in case of rain, heat, humidity, cold, or other environmental factors to ensure the supervision and safety of campers in our care

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