Specialist
Do you love camp, sunshine, and working with kids? Do you have a strong skill set and passion in a particular
activity? JCC Rockland Camps is seeking motivated and talented individuals to join our summer specialist
team.
We
provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade.
As a specialist, you will function in a teaching role for both campers and counselors. You will be
responsible
for
age-appropriate lesson planning to show growth and development, both physically and social-emotionally, as
well
as
maintaining organization in your area. We all grow together!
JCC Rockland Camps prides itself on having creative, skilled, positive, and professional staff that embody
our
“#All
In” mentality. You will have the power and ability to forge bonds with campers, counselors, and other staff
and
make
lifelong memories. As staff members, we are all “responsible campers” - we have fun while leading by
example.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Planning and executing 8 weeks (39 days) in your specialized activity
- Assist in coordination of camp-wide events such as Color War & Carnival
- Submit weekly lesson plans and equipment needs
- Manage a camper group of 8-15 campers and instruct counselors how to assist during the activity
- Must be able to work in a cooperative and engaging manner with campers, staff, and the leadership team
- Instill values of sportsmanship in programming
- Assume additional roles and responsibilities as assigned by your supervisor
- Keep inventory of supplies and manage storage areas for cleanliness
- Notify supervisor of any issues or concerns as it relates to schedule, facility, equipment, or behaviors
that
need to be addressed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Has a strong skill set and ability to teach one or more of the following:
- Arts and Crafts
- Sports/Gymnastics
- Theater/Drama/Improv
- Dance (all styles)
- Science/Nature
- Camping/Outdoor Adventure/Woodworking
- Music/Storytelling
- Strong leadership skills and a self-starter
- Previous work experience in a camp and/or teaching children
- Great organizational and communication skills
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations, and
attention
to
detail
- Must enjoy working in a team environment
- Must love working with children
- Returning Campers
Camp Counselor
Being a camp counselor can be one of the most rewarding jobs you can have in your young life. What’s
better
than playing games, getting crafty, and making friends outside in the sunshine?! JCC Rockland is seeking
motivated
individuals to join our camp counselor team. We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers
ages
18
months through entering 8th grade.
As a camp counselor, you have an important role supervising a group of campers and working closely with your
support
staff. You will be a “responsible camper,” having fun while leading by example and providing a safe and
inclusive
group environment.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Understands camp culture and willing to be “All In” for every activity throughout the day
- Is a strong leader and self-starter
- Has previous experience working at camp and/or with children 18 months—12 years old
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations, and
attention
to
detail
- Must enjoy working in a team environment
Hours:
Monday—Friday- 8:30am—4:30pm
Orientation dates in the two weeks prior to camp
Camp Lifeguard / Water Safety Instructor
JCC Rockland Camps is seeking skilled and motivated individuals for Lifeguard and WSI positions for summer
2022.
We
provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade.
As a camp Lifeguard and WSI, you will be responsible for the safety and learning to swim process of our
campers.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Guard and instruct campers and staff during instructional and free swim periods
- Assist Aquatics Team Leadership in the implementation of safety plans for the pool complex
- Maintain safe swimming conditions both in the pools and on the deck, including cleanliness of pool
supplies
- Assess camper swim levels based on American Red Cross standards, and adjust to show growth throughout
the summer
- Respond to emergency situations effectively and complete incident reports as required
- Plan and implement rainy day lessons with dry land skills and fun activities in the event of inclement
weather
or
pool closures
Minimum Qualifications:
-
Must be 16 years of age or older and possess a valid Lifeguard or WSI certification, along with
CPR/First
Aid/AED
certifications
-
Jr. Guards aged 15 may be considered with full certification based on experience
-
Knowledge of American Red Cross instructional swim levels
-
Experience working with children ages 2-15
-
Friendly and outgoing
-
Previous experience lifeguarding and/or working at summer camp a plus
-
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and parents
-
WSI certification preferred, but not required
-
Dedicated and responsible
Note: Will certify qualified candidates if not currently lifeguard or WSI certified
Hours:
Monday—Friday–8:30am—4:30pm
Orientation dates in the two weeks prior to camp
Camp Porter
Do you love camp, sunshine, and working with kids? Do you enjoy working with your hands and have an eye for
cleanliness and organization? JCC Rockland Camps is seeking a motivated individual to join the team as Camp
Porter.
We provide unique and engaging summer experiences for campers ages 18 months through entering 10th grade at
our
site
in West Nyack, NY.
As the Camp Porter, you will be responsible for handling a variety of tasks, and are a crucial piece of
making
each
day run smoothly and efficiently. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
-
Maintaining and distributing coolers and drink stations daily
- Assist Director of Food Services with all aspects of lunch periods, as well as distributing and cleaning
afternoon
snack
- Help with the car line as directed
- Accept deliveries of all camp packages and distribute or store accordingly
- Set up and clean-up of camp activity area supplies (archery, bikes, jump ropes, etc)
- Check ropes course for abstractions and trash throughout day, rake as needed
- Maintain overall cleanliness of grounds and alert professional maintenance and cleaning crews to any
issues
- Build positive and professional relationships with co-workers, campers, and other building staff
Skills/Expectations
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs or more
- Work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to safely operate and drive a golf cart
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Has a positive, personable outlook, energetic, hardworking, effective in high pressure situations and
has
attention
to detail
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
With additional days and hours for orientation and set up during the two weeks prior to camp
Salary:
Stipend for summer based on experience