Youth & Camping Services Manager

About the role

Develop, lead, and schedule activities for the Youth Programs and serve as the Camp Director during the summer. Spend hands-on time with students and staff, getting to know them, and assisting staff with programming and behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Keep JCare, J All Days, and Camp J organized, engaging, safe, and running smoothly.
• Spend hands-on time with kids and staff, assisting with daily programming and behavior management.
• Create engaging lesson plans and activities that support the physical, mental, and social development of school-age children.
• Coordinate program schedules, student attendance, classroom ratios, and staff schedules.
• Supervise and support JCare and Camp J staff, including mentoring counselors and helping them navigate camper behavior and group challenges.
• Build relationships with parents and guardians and help keep families informed and connected to our programs.
• Maintain important student and staff records and help ensure programs meet DCY, Step Up to Quality, health, safety, and licensing requirements.
• Serve as Camp J Director for our 10-week summer camp, helping manage daily operations, staff, camper needs, safety, and behavior.
• Plan for camp throughout the year, including field trips, enrichment programs, daily schedules, and staff training.
• Help welcome new families through recruitment, tours, orientations, registration, and student intake.
• Plan and facilitate special events and programming for children, teens, and families, including some evenings and weekends.
• Help manage program supplies, equipment, and spaces so our programs are ready for whatever the day brings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children and teens.
• Enjoy working with children and their families and have a high level of interpersonal communication skills.
• High level of organization, able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Experience with Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Must pass an FBI/BCI background check and drug screen.

Benefits

• Free JCC Membership
• Health and Supplemental Insurances
• 403(b) retirement plan with a company match up to 3% after one year
• 2 free counseling sessions with Jewish Family and Community Services
• Additional benefits