Camp Extended Care Counselor

Location and Job Title: Camp Extended Care Counselor Stroum Jewish Community Center 3801 East Mercer Way Mercer Island, WA 98040 Principal Responsibilities: The Extended Care Supervisor supervises our extended care program while creating a positive and safe environment for all campers and staff. Pay Range: $20.50 - $22.00 per hour, depending on experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assume responsibilities for children under their care to ensure a positive and safe experience. Actively supervise Extended Care Counselors in Extended Care. Provide constructive feedback to staff on an ongoing basis and assist in mid-summer evaluations. Ensure the safety, health and welfare of campers and staff by providing a safe camp environment and immediately and appropriately responding to any incidents, illnesses or situations that arise. Review health forms and share pertinent information about campers with the appropriate staff, while ensuring confidentiality is maintained. Responsible for parent phone and caregiver communication including phone calls, in-person conversations and emails at the discretion of the Camp Director. Manage and verify camper attendance in Extended Care. Support the emotional and social wellbeing of campers through positive behavior management, supportive interactions, and conflict resolution. Communicate regularly and appropriately with the rest of the J Camp staff team, both verbally and in writing. Immediately inform the Camp Director of any concerns that arise with campers, staff, parents/guardians or community members. Contact parents/caregivers picking up their campers late and stay with campers until parents arrive. Communicate regularly with Camp Director and other members of the camp leadership team; share recommendations and/or concerns with the Camp Director. Act as a positive ambassador of the SJCC both inside and outside of the SJCC. Follow all emergency procedures at the SJCC. Perform work on weekends and evenings as needed to meet applicable deadlines or scheduling needs. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position supervises Extended Care Counselors. Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education/Experience: Experience and/or training working with children preferred. Attendance at J Camp staff training is required unless approval to train separately is granted in writing by the Camp Director. Supervisory experience is preferred. Other Skills: Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification for adults/infants/children, through an approved certifying body, or willingness to get certified. Salary: Under $25,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr JCC Association of North America