Division Head Summer Camp Counselor

Each member of the Camp Kehilla Staff team will create a safe and enjoyable environment for our campers and staff while maintaining the high quality of programming associated with Camp Kehilla. Division Heads act as a liaison between the Director and the divisions for which they are responsible. The Division Head oversees an age division consisting of 2 groups of campers and their group leaders. They are responsible for ensuring all activities and special events run within assigned groups smoothly, oversight of support and behavior management of campers, supervision and support of staff, ongoing communication with families, and oversight of day to day operations of assigned groups.

Responsibilities for Division Heads

Responsible for all daily operations of assigned groups

Supervise 2 group leaders and groups

Oversight of every campers overall well-being and behavior management in assigned groups

Be a positive, approachable resource for staff within your division

Participate and supervise group activities within your division

Participate in and supervise all day trips and/or late-night programs and/or special events for the division as necessary

Work closely and develop a team approach with all group staff, specialists, Assistant Director, and Camp Director

Conduct daily group leader meetings to support the staff needs

Conduct performance evaluations for each staff member in assigned division

Meet with group leaders at the end of each camp day to go over paperwork, phone calls that need to be made, and any concerns that took place during the camp day

Responsible for maintaining an open line of communication with families and campers circle of supports

Follow all employment policies and procedures of the Sid Jacobson JCC, including but not limited to those detailed in the JCC Employee Handbook and Camp Kehilla Staff Handbook

Accept additional duties requested by the Assistant Camp Director&/or Camp Director

Attendance at all staff meetings, trainings, and camp orientations are required. Including SCIP, CPR, First Aid, Epipen.

Participate in fundraising events, open house, and fall carnival

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in special education, social work, psychology, occupational, physical or speech therapy or other related field with a focus on children with developmental disabilities

Minimum 4 years experience in working with children who are neurodivergent; providing support tailored to individual cognitive, behavioral, and social needs

Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience

Leadership and supervision skills to manage and supervise staff in a supportive manner

Experience coaching staff through child interactions and professional responsibilities

Preferred Skills:

(Masters Degree preferred)

Good written and oral communication skills

Leadership and supervision skills to manage and supervise staff in a supportive manner

Passion for working with individuals with developmental disabilities

Excellent organizational skills

Flexibility and ability to multi task and make decisions in a fast paced environment

Exhibit kindness, patience, and compassion

Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift to 35 pounds

This is a seasonal position at $10,000 for the 8 weeks of Camp.

Compensation details: 30-31 Hourly Wage

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