Support (Program) Coordinator

The Jewish Federation Of Cincinnati

Job Location:

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 17 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Support Coordinator plays a vital role in assisting the Activities Coordinator with planning and executing weekly camp activities skits and events that align with the camps themes and values. They are responsible for preparing and organizing materials decorations and props for theme days and special activities ensuring everything is ready for smooth event execution. The Support Coordinator also supports daily camp operations by assisting counselors with tasks such as camper transitions supply management and covering breaks all while fostering a positive and energetic camp environment.

Dates and Hours

Training: May 26 - 29 & June 1 - 5

Camp: June 8 - August 7 generally 8:00am-4:15pm on Monday and from 8:45am-4:15pm Tuesday-Friday

Regular Job Duties

Under the supervision of the Activities Coordinator general daily responsibilities include but arent limited to:

First line of support for Activities Coordinator on weekly themed projects duties may include:
- Construction of materials related to weekly themes values skits
- Set up/tear down of big camp events
- Performing in or hosting weekly skits
- Inventory of equipment and requests for new purchases
- Number one cheerleader for all camp activities; embody the magic and spirit of camp
Set up and tear down all daily activities related to your age group
Under the leadership of the Activities Coordinator ensure that all storylines staffing and materials related to the weekly themes have been confirmed and communicated staff wide at least one week prior
Regularly collaborate with the Unit Head assigned to your age group; support each others leadership as you guide and unite the bunks in your age group
Daily meetings with the Program Team (Activities Coordinator Support Coordinators Assistant Camp Director)
Assist with facilitation of daily activities as needed
Create and facilitate 1-2 staff workshop refreshers in the summer for continued training
Work with Program Team to ensure Shabbat (weekly Jewish holiday) is properly set up and organized each week for Friday
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

18 years of age or older
Have worked as a counselor in prior summers at Camp at the J or another camp (preferred)
Secondary education and/or training in recreation management elementary education child psychology or related field (desired)
Prior experience in planning events managing staff communicating with large audiences etc. (preferred)
Prior experience designing programming for children
Actively utilizes empathy patience and intentional positivity in the workplace
Able to communicate plans on a large scale during unexpected schedule changes
Ability to accept guidance constructive feedback and support from teammates
Ability to sit stand kneel and stretch for long periods of time
Ability to work outside in high degree temperatures
Ability to lift 50 lbs

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.

Required Experience:

DescriptionThe Support Coordinator plays a vital role in assisting the Activities Coordinator with planning and executing weekly camp activities skits and events that align with the camps themes and values. They are responsible for preparing and organizing materials decorations and props for theme d...