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Camp Director (Day Camp) - Creve Coeur J

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Job Description - Camp Director (Day Camp) - Creve Coeur J

Description

Summary:

The J Summer Day Camp program is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). Camp runs 11 weeks, June 2- August 15, providing activities that help campers Play, Connect and Grow throughout each camp day: swimming, arts/crafts, climbing, team building, sports and much more. The J is currently hiring for Summer Day Camp Site Director for Creve Coeur location. All camp staff must attend mandatory staff orientation on May 27 – June 1.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the daily operation of the summer camp.
  • Supervising campers, ensuring their safety at all times.
  • Supervise Camp Counselors.
  • Supervise Assistant Camp Director and Unit Head
  • Disciplining staff as needed.
  • Maintaining accurate attendance records.
  • Administering first aid as needed.
  • Plan and schedule camp activities.
  • Remain current with information on the developmental needs of youth.
  • Design and ensure delivery of programs and activities appropriate to the camper population.
  • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate seasonal and year-round staff.
  • Order Items as needed for programs and activities.
  • Engage with campers and counselors and ensure camp counselors are consistently engaging with their campers.
  • Ensure campers and counselors are behaving appropriately at all times by being both proactive and reactive as necessary.
  • Communicate with parents, as needed, to collaborate on camper behavior, sharing both positive and negative interactions that occur during the camp day.
  • Care for the physical and emotional well-being of campers and counselors at all times.
  • Be a supportive team member, demonstrate a positive attitude.
  • Provide quality customer service at all times.
  • Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving.
  • Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques (appropriate techniques will be reviewed during staff orientation).
  • Enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
  • Follow and enforce all J and Day Camp rules and regulations.
  • Administer performance reviews under the direction of Director of Sports, Recreation and Day Camps
  • Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with children.
  • Experience working in a management role.
  • Knowledge of Human Resources.
  • Have excellent time management skills.
  • Exhibit self-motivation by always looking for ways to improve their knowledge and skills.
  • Show great respect for others and their property

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age with supervisory experience.
  • College level course work in elementary or secondary education is a plus.
  • Previous experience working in a camp setting or teaching is preferred.
  • Must have current CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification prior to the start of camp (certification training will be provided upon hire, if necessary)
  • Judaic experiences preferred or a willingness to learn.
  • Note that some camps require successful registration on the Missouri Family Care Safety Registry as a condition of employment. If required, this registration must be maintained in good standing for continued employment.

The J is an equal employment opportunity employer and uses E-Verify.

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