The Assistant Director: Camp Care at Camp Galil is responsible for supporting the mental, emotional, and social well-being of all campers and staff members. This staff member will serve as a critical component of our Camper Care Team and guide Galil in creating an environment that’s welcoming for all. The Assistant Director: Camp Care will assist staff members with managing the social dynamics and behavior of their campers, while assisting them in meeting camper needs. The Assistant Director: Camp Care will regularly speak with parents of campers to elicit collaboration in achieving success for their camper. Together with a team of talented individuals, the Assistant Director: Camp Care will help to ensure the attention to and support of each camper and staff member’s well-being while in our care, including our community members’ Mental, Emotional, and Social Health (MESH) needs.

This is a great opportunity to leverage previous professional experience in a role that offers seasonal flexibility and the opportunity for a mental health professional to work alongside year-round Professional Staff and a seasonal youth leadership team to employ strategic thinking, problem-solving, thoughtful, and intentional care and guidance, and the delicate and expert touch needed to help ensure the highest quality of care of our participants. With the primary goal of supporting campers, the Assistant Director: Camp Care will provide hands-on care to campers, with a focus on being a resource to staff members in their work with children at camp. The Assistant Director: Camp Care will also be a key point of contact for parents during the summer. Central to this position’s success is the educational and practical experience and insight regarding contemporary practices related to child development, social work, group dynamics, adolescent behavior, behavior management, and other related areas.

The Assistant Director: Camp Care’s role requires a great deal of flexibility and collaboration with Galil’s Professional Staff team and seasonal leadership team to be a direct source of support for campers, for staff in their work directly with campers aged 7 to 18 years, as well as for staff, as needed. The person will work on a year-round basis, living on-site and working fulltime in an immersive and intensive camp environment from June through August, and part-time (average 10 hours/week and 2-3 multi-day conferences) through the off-season (Sept-May). The Assistant Director: Camp Care, will be directly supervised by the Executive Director, and will work in partnership with the entire Camper Care team, which includes the youth leadership team and medical team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Playing a leadership role in the planning and implementation of staff training and ongoing staff learning related to mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health (MESSH);

• Serving as a resource to campers and staff throughout the summer in facing mental, emotional and social health challenges, and creating environments where campers and staff can thrive.

• Managing information about camper needs, and communicating those to staff, as well as documenting communication and plans as appropriate.

• Communicating and managing relationships with parents/caregivers in regards to camper needs.

• Provide counseling and interventions to campers and staff, as appropriate.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with camp families that are rooted in excellent communication, trust, and partnership.

• Assist in recruiting campers and maintaining relationships with camp families throughout the year and over the summer.

• Serve as the lead in family/parent communication in relation to mental, social, and emotional health at camp.

• Oversee the intake process for new campers with identified needs, while continually screening camper information forms for potential unidentified areas for support (e.g. recent trauma, etc.)

• Assist in collecting camper forms, reviewing camper files pre-season, and documenting camper care/situations at camp.

• Be an active presence on-site at camp as a part of the community.

• Participate in the Foundation for Jewish Camp’s Community of Practice as part of the Yedid Nefesh program, including monthly calls, 2-3 virtual gatherings and one in-person gatherings per year with other Jewish camp mental health professionals.

Responsibilities Start Date: February 2024
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 11th 2024
End and Westtown Departure Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2024
Supervised by: Director

Responsibilities
JEWISH
• Promote Shmirat HaGuf – the health and wellness of our souls – as a key concept in camp, in partnership with the Jewish Life Director
• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments
• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways

ARTS
• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth
• Cheer at showcase

CAMP
• Supervise and coach Resident Advisors/Community Care Assistants; serve as overarching support for camper and staff behavioral and emotional needs
• Assist with the pre-camp screening and placement/bunking of campers prior to arrival on camp
• When permitted, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals
• Provide emotional support and behavioral intervention for the camp community, supporting and intervening directly when necessary
• In coordination with the Assistant Camp Director and the Residential Advisors review daily camper and staff logs for next steps
• In collaboration with the Health and Wellness Director, curate activities and programming geared towards mindfulness for campers and staff
• Facilitate training and share best practices with staff and faculty to support MESSH needs
• Communicate camper successes and challenges to parents/guardians
• When permitted, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with campers, parents/guardians, and staff in CampMinder database
• Partner with Resident Advisors on the scheduling of camper therapy appointments
• Actively participate in Foundation for Jewish Camp’s (FJC) Yedid Nefesh program included but not limited to:
• Attend FJC trainings, workshops, and webinars
• Participate in Community of Practice programming
• Collaborate with Assistant Director on weekly reports submitted throughout the summer about mental health-related situations happening in camp.
• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities

Leadership Team Responsibilities
• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.
• Attend Spring Leadership Retreat as scheduled
• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings
• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled
• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Other responsibilities as needed

What you can expect from us:
• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable
• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer
• Additional time off during intersession
• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun
• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own
• Endless gratitude

Job description
Spend an incredible summer, working with kids at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness, and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in Northeastern, PA and have campers ages 7-17. We are looking for an Art Education Director to join our team from June 17 – August 11, 2024, and live on-site at our camp in the Pocono Mountains! There is some flexibility in the start date for school teachers.

Key Responsibilities of Art Education Director:

-Create an arts and crafts and ceramics program that include the themes of camp values.
-Supervise the staff of the art department and ensure that each person knows what is expected of them as a member of the art team. Provide guidance and create daily schedules for the team.
-The Art Director will take a special interest in our ceramics area and should know how to safely use a kiln.
-Create lists of supplies for craft projects and keep ongoing inventories of stock and reorder forms.
-Keep track of projects that go well and those that are not as well received.
-Teach daily arts and crafts classes with assistance from qualified Counselors.
-Lead specialty programs including Olympics and evening activities (i.e. banner design).
-Assist The theatre department with the creation of background sets and costumes as needed.
-Assist in all other areas of camp as needed

Salary and Benefits of Arts and Crafts Director:

-Accommodation include air-conditioned cabins
-Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
-Room, board, and a salary are provided.
-Options for parents to bring their kids as campers. Significant others and most pets are welcome.
-Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
-Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off

Spend an incredible summer, working with kids at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in Northeastern, PA and have campers ages 7-17.

Summer Camp Counselor Responsibilities:

-Responsible for the well-being of the campers & showing them an amazing summer of growth.
-Ensuring a positive, fun experience for all campers.

Camp Zeke asks our counselors to either lead or co lead an activity area during the day. For this summer, we are still looking for the following areas of need: Tennis, circus, lifeguard(we would train you), culinary teacher, mountain biking, yoga or climbing.

Summer Camp Counselor: Perks and Benefits:

-Accommodation includes air-conditioned cabins.
-Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake.
-Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff. members from around the world.
-Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off.

Spend an incredible few weeks this summer as a camp nurse at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in The Pocono Mountains and have campers ages 7-17.

We are looking for one more nurse for the summer for the following dates:

July 21, 2024 to August 19, 2024

This would be a particularly great opportunity for school nurses with children looking to attend our summer program.

*Only an appropriately Registered Nurse/LPN with credentials from the state of PA will be considered for this position. If you do not currently have a PA license you will need to apply for one, and we can assist you with this process.

Responsibilities:

-Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of campers and staff
-Oversees the distribution of camper medications
-Addresses emergencies such as allergic reactions or injuries
-Treats campers when they are feeling under the weather
-Communicates with parents about medical issues
-Makes appointments for campers to see either the in-camp doctor or outside physicians as needed
-Ensures a positive, fun experience for all campers & an amazing summer of growth!

Camp Nurse Perks and Benefits:

-Flexible work environment: Potential to bring a spouse, kids, or pets up to camp!
-Camp tuition discounts and barters available to employees.
-Private Accommodations includes cabins with A/C and wifi.
-Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
-Room, board, and a salary are provided.
-Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
-Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off

Spend an incredible summer working at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness and culinary arts! We are a sleepaway camp located on 560 serene acres in Northeastern, PA and have campers ages 7-17.

We are looking for a driver to join our team from June 23– August 11, 2024, and live on-site at our camp in the Pocono Mountains! There is some flexibility in the start date for full-time school workers. Our drivers main responsibility will be driving staff to local trips on their off day. You might also be asked to drive campers to local doctor appointments and run errands for the camp while you are out. This position does not require a CDL license, as you will only be driving a 10 to 12-person passenger van.

Responsibilities:

-Drive in a safe and responsible manner
-Transport staff to scheduled appointments and activities on time
-Drive campers as needed to local doctors or hospitals.
-Occassional trips to transport campers or staff to or from NY/NJ Airports or other pick-up points
-Run various errands as required and assist with some local shopping as needed.
-Ensure that the vehicle is clean and tidy at all times
-Conduct daily safety checks on vehicle and always make sure there is enough gas and all fluids are at optimal levels.
-Report any staff behavior-related concerns to camp leadership
-Generally work 8 – 10 hours a day, six days per week
-Assist in main camp office or other areas of camp when not needed to drive

Benefits:

-Accommodation includes air-conditioned cabins on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
-Room, board, and a salary are provided.
-Options for parents to bring their kids as campers. Significant others and most pets are welcome.
-Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
-Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off

Spend an incredible summer working at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness and culinary arts! We are a sleepaway camp located on 560 serene acres in Northeastern, PA and have campers ages 7-17.

Job Overview of Allergy Chef:

-The allergy chef at Camp Zeke will play a vital role in insuring that the special needs of our campers and staff with dietary restrictions or complex health issues related to food are strictly adhered to with guidance from the head chef, food manager and nutritionist.
-The allergy chef must be adept at reading and comprehending complex dietary instructions provided by physicians and dietitians.
-The allergy chef must be skilled at interpreting instructions on food preparation and ensure that meals are prepared according to each individual’s dietary notes.
-All care and attention must be made to insure that foods produced are 100 percent gluten free and there is no cross-contamination.
-All food should be prepared using methods that maintain high nutrient levels and adhere strictly to Kosher dietary laws.
-This position involves extensive organizing, problem solving, record keeping, and time management.

Benefits:

-Accommodation includes air-conditioned cabins on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
-Room, board, and a salary are provided.
-Options for parents to bring their kids as campers. Significant others and most pets are welcome.
-Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
-Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off

URJ 6 Points Creative Arts Academy is looking for responsible and organized individuals to serve on our leadership team as the Operations Director at a residential summer camp in West Chester, PA. The Operation Director is responsible for overseeing all logistics across camp, including running our summer office. This person would handle vendor relations, transportation, summer daily operations, supplies, and be the liaison to the Westtown school. The Operations Director must be calm under pressure, with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills.

Essential Duties Include:

Supervise and schedule Operations Team personnel

Assign routine tasks and cross-train tasks

Establish office protocols for how phone calls, in-person requests, mail, driving logs, AV setups, etc. will be handled and train all staff on these items

In partnership with year-round staff, coordinate arrival and departure times, modes for staff, campers, and faculty

Oversee opening and closing day procedures including staffing for airport pick-ups and train pick-ups

Track late arrivals

Track missing luggage

Track purchasing for program supplies across camp programming

Create systems for supply requests and fulfillment

Track and code all receipts to proper departments

Submit receipts as directed

In partnership with the year-round team, work with our summer vendors, including scheduling and maintenance

This includes but is not limited to laundry services, golf carts, printer/copier, swag items, vehicles (our van and bus), buses, off-season storage, and luggage shipping

Serve as primary point of contact on-site with Westtown Liaison(s)

Serve as primary point of contact on-site with Westtown Liaison(s)

Act as liaison to Westtown Facilities

Submit and follow up on maintenance request

Submit and follow up on setups of program spaces

Act as a liaison to Westtown Security

Act as a liaison to Westtown Dinning

Share allergy information provided via health forms

Create dining protocols in or out of dining hall

Maintain compliance with all safety and security protocols

Other Duties Include:

Coordinate Storage unit loadout, Westtown load in, Westtown loadout, Storage unit load-in

External communication (phones will be answered from 9 to 5, then emergency line)

Manage internal staff access to office

Coordinate any off-site medical visits with the Health and Wellness Director

Coordinate travel needs with camp visitors and coordinate visitors for Showcase including registration and parking

Coordinate camp daily schedule with the Assistant Director to avoid conflict

Be available by walkie, phone, email throughout the camp season.

Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.

Attend daily Leadership Team meetings and attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled

Maintain strict confidentiality

Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities as possible

Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community

Other responsibilities as needed

About NJY Camps:
NJY Camps (NJY) is one of North America’s premier Jewish summer camp networks. Comprised of five overnight summer camps, NJY serves children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. NJY’s mission focuses on supporting the growth and development of every individual member of its community so that they can learn new skills, develop greater self- confidence, and foster a strong Jewish identity. Having recently celebrated its centennial anniversary, NJY is reimagining
its next 100 years. NJY Camps serves more than 3300 campers and over 800 summer staff, across 2000 acres of land.

Teen Camp (TAC) is NJY Camps’ co-ed overnight camp and travel program for teens entering grades 10 & 11. The first half of the Teen Camp program will take place on our campsite in Milford, PA, whereas the second half of the program will be a tour across the West Coast of the United States, including visits to Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, The Grand Canyon, Yosemite, and more!

Position Summary:
NJY Teen Camp (TAC) is seeking an experienced, organized, and operationally minded leader to serve as our camp’s Assistant Director (AD). The AD serves as a key role in the overall supervision of campers & staff, management of logistics, and delivery of meaningful programs for Teen Campers entering 10th and 11th grade. The AD will be asked to
provide off-season support (a few hours a month) starting in March until moving to live and work onsite in June. In mid-July, the Teen Camp program will begin its West-Coast tour of 3+ weeks. Here too, the Assistant Director will play a pivotal role in logistics, camper care, and supervision of staff, while also enjoying an all-expense-paid tour of the
American West. This is a seasonal summer full-time non-exempt position, with part-time hours before summer session begins.

Camp Zeke, a sleepaway camp in PA, is seeking an enthusiastic and mission-aligned mental health intern to work from June 17, 2024 to August 11, 2024. We are looking for a post-grad, currently enrolled in either a masters of social work program (MSW), psychology or mental health graduate program.

Job Description:

Our mental health intern will help guide and assist our camper care team in any problematic (potentially) mental health challenges or behaviors exhibited by our campers and staff. Our intern will also be available to help the health center with campers in need of intervention. You will work closely with the assistant and director of camper and staff care team and take detailed notes of each situation. You will work with campers on strategies to stay in control of their emotions and enjoy their time as campers in a safe and fun environment.

You will actively participate and assist throughout the day in the camp’s programs, helping to inspire counselors and campers to live the mission of camp – active healthy living!

Perks and Benefits:

Accommodation includes air-conditioned cabins
Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
Room, board, and a salary are provided.
Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off