Summer Camp Behavioral Intervention Specialist - New York City

About the role

Support Staff. Advocate for Campers. Lead Meaningful Change.

Key Tasks

• Provide on-site and on-call behavioral support across camp locations
• Conduct camper observations, identify behavioral trends, and proactively support challenges
• Design and implement behavior support strategies aligned with PBIS
• Develop individualized behavior support plans when necessary
• Provide direct support during behavioral incidents and conflict resolution situations
• Collaborate with leadership teams to proactively plan for camper success
• Serve as a key thought partner in addressing complex camper situations and behavioral concerns across camp sites
• Support implementation of camp programming by helping staff effectively engage and manage campers
• Participate in camp-wide events, transitions, special activities, field trips, and high-impact moments where behavioral support may be needed

Staff Support, Coaching & Leadership Collaboration

• Act as a trusted coach and resource for camp staff
• Provide real-time guidance on behavior management and camper support strategies
• Lead scenario-based trainings focused on behavior management, mental health awareness, conflict resolution, and stress management
• Collaborate with leadership teams to ensure consistent implementation of behavior expectations
• Support training and onboarding efforts for new and replacement staff throughout the summer
• Model best practices in youth development, conflict resolution, and behavioral support for all camp staff

Family Communication & Camper Advocacy

• Assist Camp Directors with family communications related to behavioral and social-emotional concerns
• Participate in family meetings when appropriate
• Advocate for camper needs while maintaining a collaborative and solutions-oriented approach
• Help ensure support plans are clearly communicated across staff and leadership teams
• Build trusting relationships with families through professional and empathetic communication

Engagement & Relationship Building

• Build meaningful relationships with campers, staff, and families
• Foster a welcoming environment where campers feel safe, supported, and encouraged
• Use strength-based language and positive reinforcement to support camper growth and confidence
• Maintain a visible and approachable presence across all camp communities

Safety & Risk Management

• Help ensure a safe, structured, and supportive camp environment
• Respond appropriately to behavioral incidents, conflicts, and safety concerns
• Support camp leadership in implementing emergency procedures when needed
• Monitor behavioral trends that may impact camper or staff safety
• Communicate all behavioral and safety concerns to camp leadership
• Support both physical and emotional safety throughout camp operations

Seasonal Work Expectations & Summer Schedule

• Pre-Summer Work Expectations & Schedule
• Approximately 8-15 hours per week during May and June
• Required participation in leadership meetings, trainings, and camp planning sessions
• Development of behavioral support resources and training materials
• Building relationships with Camp Directors and camp leadership teams
• Support family communication planning and behavioral systems
• Lead or support trainings focused on: Behavior management, Conflict resolution, Social-emotional support strategies, Mental health awareness
• Required Attendance At: Leadership Kickoff, All Staff Meet & Greet, Behavioral Intervention Specialist Workshops, Core Training Workshops, On-Site Camp Trainings, CPR/First Aid/AED Training (if needed)
• Summer Camp Schedule Dates: Late June through August 2026
• Holiday Schedule: Weekends off, no holidays
• Hours: Monday-Friday, approximately 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Weekly Hours: 40-45 hours per week
• Work Environment: Full-time, in-person across multiple camp locations
• 3-4 days each week conducting site visits and providing on-site support
• 1 day dedicated to documentation, planning, and reporting
• On-call support during camp operating hours
• Camp Size: Varies by location from approximately 30-150+ campers and 10-40+ staff members

Seasonal Compensation Structure

• This is a seasonal position based in New York City.
• Behavioral Intervention Specialists must be available to participate in required pre-summer trainings and leadership meetings and work full-time throughout the summer camp season.
• Pre-Summer Compensation - $575
• June stipend: $200
• Pre-Summer Training Bonus: $375 ($300 for virtual and in-person trainings, $75 for Camp Field Day participation)
• Training attendance is mandatory and compensation is based on successful completion of required trainings.
• Summer Compensation Biweekly salary payments from July through August 2026
• Weekly salary range of $900 to $1,000 per week
• Total summer compensation range of $7,000 to $9,000
• Does not include the pre-summer stipend and training bonus
• Compensation is based on prior years of relevant experience working with youth, behavioral support programs, counseling, social work, education, or related fields
• Based on 8 to 9 weeks of summer camp operations
• If you work fewer camp weeks, your total summer compensation will be reduced proportionally
• Payroll is processed on a biweekly schedule throughout the summer season

Requirements

• Passionate about youth development and social-emotional learning
• Experience supporting children in educational, recreational, counseling, therapeutic, or related settings
• Experience with Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel between camp locations
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, outdoor setting
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work with children and adults
• Ability to work with a wide range of personalities
• Ability to work with a variety of ages and abilities
• Ability to work with a variety of cultural backgrounds
• Ability to work with a variety of socio-economic backgrounds
• Ability to work with a variety of learning styles
• Ability to work with a variety of disabilities
• Ability to work with a variety of health conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of medical conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of dietary restrictions
• Ability to work with a variety of allergies
• Ability to work with a variety of medications
• Ability to work with a variety of medical devices
• Ability to work with a variety of medical equipment
• Ability to work with a variety of medical supplies
• Ability to work with a variety of medical facilities
• Ability to work with a variety of medical professionals
• Ability to work with a variety of medical emergencies
• Ability to work with a variety of medical procedures
• Ability to work with a variety of medical treatments
• Ability to work with a variety of medical tests
• Ability to work with a variety of medical diagnoses
• Ability to work with a variety of medical conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of medical symptoms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical histories
• Ability to work with a variety of medical records
• Ability to work with a variety of medical notes
• Ability to work with a variety of medical charts
• Ability to work with a variety of medical forms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical documents
• Ability to work with a variety of medical information
• Ability to work with a variety of medical knowledge
• Ability to work with a variety of medical skills
• Ability to work with a variety of medical techniques
• Ability to work with a variety of medical procedures
• Ability to work with a variety of medical treatments
• Ability to work with a variety of medical tests
• Ability to work with a variety of medical diagnoses
• Ability to work with a variety of medical conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of medical symptoms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical histories
• Ability to work with a variety of medical records
• Ability to work with a variety of medical notes
• Ability to work with a variety of medical charts
• Ability to work with a variety of medical forms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical documents
• Ability to work with a variety of medical information
• Ability to work with a variety of medical knowledge
• Ability to work with a variety of medical skills
• Ability to work with a variety of medical techniques
• Ability to work with a variety of medical procedures
• Ability to work with a variety of medical treatments
• Ability to work with a variety of medical tests
• Ability to work with a variety of medical diagnoses
• Ability to work with a variety of medical conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of medical symptoms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical histories
• Ability to work with a variety of medical records
• Ability to work with a variety of medical notes
• Ability to work with a variety of medical charts
• Ability to work with a variety of medical forms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical documents
• Ability to work with a variety of medical information
• Ability to work with a variety of medical knowledge
• Ability to work with a variety of medical skills
• Ability to work with a variety of medical techniques
• Ability to work with a variety of medical procedures
• Ability to work with a variety of medical treatments
• Ability to work with a variety of medical tests
• Ability to work with a variety of medical diagnoses
• Ability to work with a variety of medical conditions
• Ability to work with a variety of medical symptoms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical histories
• Ability to work with a variety of medical records
• Ability to work with a variety of medical notes
• Ability to work with a variety of medical charts
• Ability to work with a variety of medical forms
• Ability to work with a variety of medical documents
• Ability to work with a variety of medical information
• Ability to work with a variety of medical knowledge
• Ability to work with a variety of medical