Camper Care Coordinator
Camp Havaya
Description
Camp Havaya is looking for a skilled, high energy, mission-driven professional to join our summer leadership team.
WHO WE ARE
Camp Havaya is all about the joy of summer camp with the freedom for kids to be who they truly are. We are a culture-forward organization, committed to doing cutting-edge, values-focused work. In our incredibly diverse and accepting community, all kids—no matter their race, sexual orientation, gender identity, family structure, or Jewish background—are more than welcomed. They’re celebrated! It’s no wonder we’ve been called the “kindest camp in the country” … or that so many campers, staff, and alumni call us “home.”
WHO YOU ARE AND WHAT YOU’LL DO
We know that no one person can do everything. And we also know that many people – particularly those from historically marginalized groups – don’t apply for jobs unless they “tick all the boxes.” We’re committed to building a diverse and innovative team; if many (even if not all) of the following describe you, we’d love to be in touch!
You have a deep love for overnight summer camp and for engaging and progressive Jewish life. Your formal education, professional history, and personal experiences inform your work day-to-day.
You have experience in schools, youth programs, or other community-focused spaces.
— You genuinely love kids. You treat them with respect, understand their needs, give second (and sometimes third!) chances, and find the good in everyone.
— Your clinical knowledge is top-notch and you’re able to bring this to bear in real-life situations. You have an MSW, LPC, or similar.
— You are solutions-focused, with a passion for thinking creatively, developing bespoke accommodations, and supporting campers and staff in bringing them to life.
— You understand that we’re not a therapeutic space and that our job is to be one step on a much longer continuum of care.
You are a team player, with a keen understanding of group dynamics and how systems work. Your interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence are top-notch.
— You are an excellent communicator – in writing, on the phone, and face-to-face.
— You will lead a team of staff focused on mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health (MESSH) as they (and you!) support campers and staff, chart these encounters, and work through challenges together.
— You’re deeply collaborative, but also know when you need to lead. You understand the balance between confidentiality and keeping your team – and supervisors – in the loop.
You’ll center MESSH throughout camp, helping to create brave spaces that support campers (and staff!) as they navigate social dynamics, interpersonal conflicts, and their own identity development.
— You will design and implement innovative programs to proactively explore and support camper and staff mental health.
— You know when kids need space and when they need a push. You’ll welcome campers to our CORE (“Chill Out, Relax, and Energize”) space with open arms … and return them to the program as quickly as possible.
— You implicitly understand what it means to lead from a culture of kindness. Even when you need to be the rule keeper, you’re able to find the divine spark in each person and to be led by our values.
You are personally and professionally committed to creating a sector-leading space focused on belonging, dignity, justice, and joy. You have experience with multi-racial and LGBTQ+ kids and families, and you’re passionate about strengthening your – and our – diversity-focused work.
Your honesty and integrity are impeccable. You can always be counted on to do the right thing … including owning your mistakes and asking for help.
— You love to learn. You’re committed to a culture of curiosity and transparency, and you’re open to working on your growing edges – and supporting others as they do the same.
— You find the opportunity in every challenge. You’re able to keep your cool, think clearly, and make good decisions – especially when you have lots of balls in the air or things don’t go your way.
— You are deeply committed to excellence. You’re a great time-keeper with a keen attention to detail and the capacity to follow-through consistently.
You know how to have fun! You have a great sense of humor, don’t take yourself too seriously, and know just the right moment to break out the fidgets.
THE FINE PRINT
Salary is $10,000 – $12,500, plus partial tuition-remission for camp-aged children.
Beginning in late winter, this position is approximately five (5) hours per week of remote work. From June 16 – August 18, 2025, the position is in-residence at our South Sterling, PA location.
Camp Havaya is an equal opportunity employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected classes.