DEAN Adventure Camps · 3 days ago
2026 PA Summer Camp Assistant Site Director of Behavorial Support
Haverford, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$1,050/wk - $1,150/wk
1+ years expDEAN Adventure Camps is dedicated to providing life-changing opportunities for young people through summer programs. The Assistant Site Director of Operations, Logistics & Behavior Support will oversee camp logistics, ensure safety, and provide leadership for both campers and team members, fostering a supportive and engaging environment.
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Responsibilities
Manage camp operations by coordinating daily logistics, overseeing supplies and inventory, and supporting site setup and breakdown to maintain a safe, structured environment
Support family communication by helping craft daily updates, responding to parent inquiries, and maintaining DEAN’s reputation for care, consistency, and professionalism
Lead behavioral support by coaching 40-50 seasonal team members through tough moments, identifying, de-escalating, and documenting camper incidents with empathy and consistency
Coach team members in real time, modeling calm leadership, reinforcing DEAN’s behavioral expectations, and promoting proactive strategies rooted in empathy and accountability
Document and communicate effectively by maintaining logs, collaborating on family updates, and ensuring early intervention for camper needs
Be visible and engaged throughout the camp day, supporting transitions, assisting with group activities, and stepping in wherever needed to ensure smooth operations
Foster DEAN’s culture of kindness and reliability by mentoring team members, addressing challenges constructively, and ensuring every camper and team member feels supported, included, and inspired
Qualification
Required
At least 1-2 years of experience working in summer camps, education, recreation, or youth development, supporting programs serving 150–300 children per week and assisting in the management of 25–50 team members
Experienced in managing scheduling and reporting systems (such as Airtable, Slack, and Camp Brain) to ensure clear communication and visibility across the team
Thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease
Bring a positive and motivating attitude, with a proven passion for working with both children and teams, ensuring every camper and team member feels safe, engaged, and inspired daily
Lead with clarity, empathy, patience, intentionality, and collaboration. Accept feedback from supervisors well, using it as fuel for your professional growth
Comfortable traversing a 200-acre campus in high temperatures and varied weather conditions for long periods
Adept at jumping into various hands-on activities during unforeseen circumstances/absences or team member breaks
Fully Committed Availability: this is a full-time, on-site seasonal role from June 15th – August 28th; camp runs M-F from 7a–6p
Must be at least 21 years old
Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire
Ability to lift 50 lbs, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active, outdoor environment
Must have valid First Aid & CPR certification
Benefits
Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on: leadership, operations, and DEI, plus in-person staff and logistics training during the week of June 8th
All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed
Referral Bonus: Earn $50 per hired referral, with no referral limits
Daily perks: Lunch, snacks, coffee, and parking + Monday breakfast
Employee discounts on camp rates for family members, outdoor gear, art supplies, electronics, and more
Career growth: Gain resume-building experience, letters of recommendation, and networking opportunities
Company
DEAN Adventure Camps
OUR MISSION: At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase