Activity Specialist, Camp Grossman, Summer Day Camp 2026

Camp Grossman Activity SpecialistNow hiring! Are you looking to make a difference in a child's life and create unforgettable summer experiences? Camp Grossman is looking for Specialists to lead various camp activities including arts, music, drama, sports, dance, cooking, mountain biking, climbing, boating, fishing, jewelry-making, knitting, gymnastics, rock climbing, ropes, and more. This full-time, on-site summer role is perfect for enthusiastic, compassionate individuals who love working with kids and are passionate about their specialty area. As an Activity Specialist, you will lead fun, safe, and engaging activities, to help create a warm and inclusive camp community where every camper feels valued and confident. Guided by our Program Director and Specialist Supervisor, you will play a key role in making this a summer campers will always remember. Are you ready to make an impact? Join us for an incredible experience.JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:Plan and lead creative, safe and engaging age-appropriate activities for all assigned campers with varying interest levels and abilitiesOrganize, manage and maintain all equipment and supplies, regularly monitoring to ensure proper working order and safetyCoordinate with the Program Director to order and restock supplies during summer operations, and complete end-of-season inventories for off- season orderingJoin all staff in the parking lot in the morning and afternoon to welcome the safe arrival and departure of campersRole may also include planning and leading an activity, or help with a cookout, one or two evenings (after regular camp hours) throughout the course of the summerStandard staff expectations include and are not limited to:Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where everyone is valued and respectedActively participate as an essential team member and attend all staff meetings during or after camp as requiredSupport JCC Greater Boston's mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modelingEnthusiastically represent the organization, modeling excellence and achievementComplete all staff payroll and onboarding on time and before Orientation beginsComplete all pre-camp asynchronous on-line training modules and attend all pre-camp virtual and in-person orientation sessionsOther duties as assignedSupervisory responsibilities: Some specialists may be assigned an assistant (or assistants) in which case supervisory responsibilities include, and are not limited to:Provide on-going direction, guidance, mentorship, feedback and supervision of assistant(s) as needed to facilitate their assistance of SpecialistCreate/facilitate an environment where employees can achieve individual goalsBuild and maintain a positive working relationship to achieve desired outcomes and the ongoing professional growth of the direct reportWrite and conduct a mid-summer evaluation of assistant, identifying key areas of growth with concrete suggestions for how to improveWrite and conduct an end-of-summer evaluation of assistant including a recommendation for re-hireUphold the policies of the organization and align work with the overall mission, vision and strategic objectives of the JCC; report to the Specialist Supervisor or Program Director any related issues.This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!We are an outdoor camp, located on beautiful, wooded property in Dover, MA. The regular camp day runs from 8:30 - 4:00, Monday - Friday, for the camp season. In addition, Specialists are expected to attend 4 staff meetings on Monday afternoons at Camp and/or evenings at JCC Greater Boston. Specialists also work a Sunday Family Day on Sunday, July 26 and/or 1 or 2 evenings (dinner provided!) over the course of the summer - either running their activity or assisting with a family day, night or cookout, depending on their position in camp.Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in-person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $16 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience and JCC's internal equity.The regular camp season begins June 29 and ends August 21 (with the option to work the following "9th Week" as well). All Staff Orientation begins with a virtual orientation on June 14 and then continues in person (with different hours and no transportation provided) June 24,25 and 26. Visiting Day (a pre-camp visit for all campers and families to meet staff) on Sunday, June 28 and is mandatory for all staff. Specialists may also meet 1 or 2 times (most likely virtually) in June for additional Orientation. While we strongly prefer staff who can start Orientation Week and work the entire 8-week regular season, we are happy to consider quality candidates who may have conflicting obligations.Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.