Camp Unit Head

Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday with pre and post-camp care options the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield MA line the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts a playground athletic fields private woods a high and low ropes course a zip line a picnic grove a pavilion and more. Additionally its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center an auditorium with a performance stage an arts and crafts studio classrooms flexible play spaces and best of all: an indoor 6 lane 25-yard swimming pool!

With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun growth creativity Jewish values/traditions and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts archery/nature ropes course Judaic and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills Springfield JCC Day Camp-ers will experience their best summer ever!

Camp Staff Orientation is: 4-8pm on June 16th 17th 18th

Camp Runs: June 22nd through August 14th

Unit Head

• Assist with camp setup inventory of materials scheduling and administrative preparation including attendance systems in the weeks leading up to camp

• Support the planning and facilitation of staff orientation and training

• Provide ongoing support to counselors as issues arise throughout the camp day

• Assist counselors with the setup and facilitation of individual group and multi-group activities

• Support smooth transitions between program areas to promote camper success

• Maintain an active visible presence throughout camp by regularly walking the grounds and engaging with campers and staff-including during hobby

• Capture photos and videos of campers and staff for promotional and communication purposes following camp policies

• Model professionalism and best practices while providing in-the-moment coaching and accountability to counselors

• Assist the Camp Director and Assistant Director in planning and implementing weekly whole-camp activities in alignment with the camp calendar

• Check in daily with staff members to provide support address concerns and ensure program quality

• Communicate with families as needed including navigating difficult conversations in person or by phone

• Support overall camp operations and respond to additional needs as they arise

Requirements:

At least 18 years old

MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance

At least one year previous camp experience

Must be able to commit to 8 weeks of camp as well as orientation and at least 2 weeks pre-camp

First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)

Pay Range:

$18 - $22.50

Placement dependent on education level and years of experience