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JCC Association of North America · 3 months ago

Division Head

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$45K/yr - $55K/yr

3+ years exp

JCC Association of North America is a vibrant Jewish community center, and they are seeking a Division Head for New Country Day Camp. The Division Head will be responsible for the overall well-being of campers and counselors, ensuring a positive and inclusive camp experience while maintaining communication with families and supervising staff.

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Responsibilities

Be responsible for the overall well-being of approximately 100+ campers and 20+ counselors at a time, including but not limited to physical and emotional needs

Maintain organized systems and records of camper and staff attendance, injuries, accidents, and other important information

Learn, understand, and promote camp's mission and values (Personal Growth and Responsibility, Empathy, Respect, Passion), including our Open Tent philosophy of inclusion

Consult with leadership staff to plan and execute special weekly division-wide programming

Be present at the pool complex for swim periods and support Swim Coordinator

Attend pre-camp meetings with families and/or staff as needed

Ensure staff/campers follow their daily schedule, guaranteeing each camp day runs smoothly

Communicate with parents as needed through the camp season, including being available via email and cell phone until 6:30pm nightly

Work with Community Engagement Manager to compile weekly division emails to families with pictures and program updates

Write weekly emails to staff detailing important information for the week ahead, with an emphasis on boosting morale and maintaining a positive staff culture

Communicate and effectively partner as needed with Support Supervisors, Aquatics staff, Program staff, and NCDC leadership regarding camper needs and concerns

With Operations Manager, order supplies for division and maintain an organized inventory and balanced budget

Be responsible for overall cleanliness and organization of division shelter and surrounding area

As a member of the NCDC Supervisory Staff, model professional behavior for campers and other staff at all times

Be present at all days of orientation, camp and staff meetings during the camp season

Create agendas and facilitate staff meetings with assigned division staff

Proactively problem solve and motivate colleagues as difficult moments present themselves throughout the camp season; encourage flexibility and understanding as means to achieve common goals

Establish and promote a commitment to the mission and vision of New Country Day Camp

Learns and implements NCDC's approach to supervision and behavior management, including regular check-ins and evaluations for supervisees

Partner respectfully with the Support Supervisor on crisis management using a Restorative Approach, working to provide the proper supports for campers within the division