2027 Assistant Camp Director - Behavorial Background

About the role

At DEAN 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. Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families.

This role is ideal for experienced camp program directors, recreation directors, youth program leaders, social workers, guidance counselors, or behavioral specialists who excel in fast-paced, high-energy environments, both indoor and outdoor. As an Assistant Site Director of Operations, Logistics & Behavioral Support, you’ll help ensure camp runs safely, smoothly, and with a strong sense of care. Partnering closely with the Site Director, you’ll oversee daily logistics, streamline systems, and provide steady leadership that fosters creativity and skill-building for both campers and team members alike.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience working in summer camp leadership, education, recreation, or youth development, supporting programs serving 150+ children per week with a focus on mentoring peers, resolving conflicts, and building strong team morale among 40+ team members
• Support, manage, and coach counselors, in tandem with the director, throughout the day
• Help identify performance concerns and provide real-time feedback, redirection, and support
• Reinforce DEAN expectations, procedures, culture, and standards
• Support Site Director to delegate responsibilities and keep the team moving effectively
• Support campers who need additional behavioral or emotional support
• Provide program coverage when needed (transitions, lunch/recess, arrival, breaks, dismissal, or other areas based on daily needs)
• Organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven — experienced in managing scheduling and reporting systems (such as Airtable, Slack, and Camp Brain) to ensure clear communication and visibility across the team
• Adaptability and quick thinking — thrive in fast-paced environments and solve challenges with ease, without waiting to be asked
• High energy and enthusiasm — 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
• Strong communication — lead with clarity, empathy, patience, intentionality, and collaboration; accept feedback from supervisors well, using it as fuel for professional growth
• Aptitude for outdoor recreation — comfortable traversing a 200-acre campus in high temperatures and varied weather conditions for long periods
• Excited to learn and lead activities — adept at jumping into various hands-on activities during unforeseen circumstances/absences or team member breaks, including but not limited to:
  • STEAM: Robotics, coding, woodworking, sewing, and cooking
  • Sports: Skateboarding, biking, and outdoor exploration
  • Creative Play: Engaging with our youngest “Discoverer” campers (aged 4–5) in STEAM, baking, and dance movement
• 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

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+ 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

Schedule

• Full-time, on-site seasonal role from June 14th – August 20th
• Leadership hours span 7am–6pm during the camp season, with rotating schedules among the director team to prevent burnout
• Ability to commute to: 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA 19041

Pay

Pay range: $1,050–$1,150 per week. FLSA Status: This is a seasonal full-time, exempt position under the FLSA.

Benefits

• Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on leadership, operations, and DEIB, plus in-person team and logistics training during the week of June 7th
• All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed
• Referral Bonus: Earn $50 per hired referral, with no referral limits
• Daily perks: Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and parking
• 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