Assistant Camp Director

Overview

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 Campers will experience their best summer ever!

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

Camp Runs: June 22nd through August 14th

• Assistant Camp Director

• During the period leading up to camp, the Assistant Director will work 8–10 hours per week, including but not limited to:

  • Assisting in the planning of camp programming and activities in collaboration with the Camp & Youth Director

  • Creating group schedules and assisting with the development of a master camp schedule

  • Preparing attendance systems and rosters

  • Assisting in the creation, scheduling, and facilitation of staff orientation and training

• During the summer, the Assistant Director will transition to a full-time role (40 hours per week), with additional hours as needed:

  • Assisting with the day-to-day operations and smooth functioning of camp

  • Serving as a supervisory presence and supporting counselors throughout the camp day

  • Assisting counselors in addressing camper behavioral concerns using positive guidance strategies

  • Ensuring campers’ physical, emotional, and social needs are being met

  • Communicating with families as needed regarding camper experiences, concerns, or incidents

  • Assisting with planning, implementation, and evaluation of camp activities and special events

  • Supporting safety procedures, emergency response, and incident documentation

  • Upholding and modeling the mission, values, and expectations of the JCC

• At least 21 years old
• MA CORI/SORI/EEC background clearance
• Must be able to commit to all 8 weeks of camp in addition to at least 2 weeks pre-camp (including orientation)
• First Aid/CPR Certification (will be provided)
• 2+ years summer camp experience in a leadership role

• $22- $24
• Placement dependent on education level and years of experience