Summer Camp Assistant Site Director NJ
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Job Location:
Lawrenceville, NJ - USA
Weekly Salary:
$ 950 - 1050
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Assistant Site Director - NJ
Who We Are
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 adventuresall 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. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient compassionate and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.
We operate across DC MD NJ PA and VA offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Adventure Camps.
What Youll Do
As the Assistant Site Director NJ youll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations camper well-being and excellent communication at our smaller tight-knit New Jersey site. Youll oversee daily logistics support staff and campers and serve as the primary point of contact for camper health parent communication and site organization. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Supporting the Site Director to ensure camp operations run safely smoothly and on schedule each day; take ownership of establishing procedures and readiness standards that support an efficient and compliant Health Center.
- Coordinating camper health needs by organizing health forms administering medications in accordance with camper health plans documenting medication logs in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality and providing first aid and emergency care for injuries or illnesses.
- Communicating with parents regarding camper health updates incidents or general inquiries in a clear timely and supportive manner.
- Greeting families at check-in/check-out with professionalism and warmth; answering parent phone calls documenting conversations in writing and sending clear professional follow-up emails.
- Managing supplies and ensuring all program safety and first aid materials are stocked and ready for daily use.
- Supporting the team with logistics camper transitions sun safety emergency procedures and proactive behavior management strategies.
- Maintaining and distributing accurate rosters daily reports and printables from CampBrain and the portal to support planning compliance and visibility.
- Modeling calm professional leadership and fostering DEANs culture of kindness inclusion and accountability among both staff and campers.
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Organized & Reliable Youre detail-oriented proactive and thrive on creating order in dynamic environments.
- Health & Safety Focused You bring strong judgment responsibility and care when managing medications first aid and camper well-being.
- Excellent Communicator You build trust through clear compassionate communication with staff families and leadership.
- Flexible & Resourceful You smoothly transition between administrative tasks camper support and hands-on camp needs.
- Calm Under Pressure You stay grounded and solution-focused helping your team navigate busy camp days with confidence.
- Team-Oriented Leader You foster collaboration and positivity ensuring every camper and counselor feels valued and supported.
- Friendly & Approachable Experience working with children aged 3-16 years.
- Tech-savvy Comfortable using tools like Google Workspace and Slack.
Schedule and Requirements
- This is a full-time on-site seasonal role from July 6th August 14th
- Camp operates 7am6pm
- Ability to commute to: 2500 Main St Lawrenceville NJ 08648
- 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.
Perks and Benefits
- Pay range: $9501050/week
- FLSA Status: This is a seasonal full-time non-exempt position under the FLSA.
- Paid training: Pre-Summer remote training on: leadership operations and DEI plus in-person staff and logistics training the weekend before camp.
- All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed.
- Referral Bonus: Earn $50 per hired referral with no referral limits.
- Daily perks: Free 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.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
DEAN Adventure Camps is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based on a candidates qualifications as they relate to the positions requirements and are made without regard to race sex national origin color age disability veteran status pregnancy sexual orientation religion or any other category protected by applicable law.
Join our team and make a difference this summer! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis apply early to secure your spot.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Organizational skills
- Data Collection
- Management Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Conflict Management
- Teaching
- Administrative Experience
- Experience with Children
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Discover DEAN Adventure Camps, an all-inclusive summer camp experience at Haverford College on the Main Line for kids aged 4-15. Join us for a summer of experiential learning and fun.
