Head Of Department - Nights

Overview Job Description: 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 Responsible for all daily operations of assigned groups
Supervise 2 group leaders and groups
Oversight of every camper’s overall well-being and behavior management in assigned groups
Review camper files prior to camp
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
Work with other division heads on special programs
Conduct daily group leader meetings to support the staff needs
Conduct performance evaluations during camp (week 4 and week 8, or staff person’s last week of camp) 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
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
Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in special education, social work, psychology, occupational, physical or speech therapy or other related field with a focus on individuals with developmental disabilities
Minimum 4 years of experience working with neurodiverse populations, providing support tailored to individual cognitive, behavioral, and social needs
Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience
Experience coaching staff through child interactions and professional responsibilities
Preferred Skills Master's Degree in special education, social work, psychology, occupational, physical or speech therapy or other related field with a focus on individuals with developmental disabilities
Leadership and supervision skills to manage and supervise staff in a supportive manner
Passion for working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Good written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Flexibility and ability to multi task and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a team environment and balance the needs of participants and staff
Exhibit kindness, patience, and compassion
Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift to 35 pounds

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