Day Camp @ The JCC - Care + Inclusion Team Member (Summer 2027)

The Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center in Manhattan is looking for compassionate, responsible Care + Inclusion Team Members to join our Day Camp @ The JCC staff! Day Camp @ The JCC is a joyful, Jewish summer camp for children ages 3-8 on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and all share the same enthusiasm and motivation for working with children. Counselors are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp experience, and serve as positive role models and team players for campers and staff. This position requires enthusiasm, patience, positivity, and a genuine love of and interest in working with children.

Care + Inclusion Team Members are responsible, enthusiastic, motivated and highly skilled individuals with a passion for inclusion, youth mental health and supporting children's social, emotional, and behavioral needs. They work in collaboration with the Camp Directors and Division Director to ensure behavioral and support plans for individual children are properly carried out in partnership with service providers. The Care + Inclusion Team members work to create a warm, safe, and inclusive environment for young campers who are beginning their camp experience.

Day Camp @ The JCC is in session from June 15th, 2027 through August 12th, 2027. The schedule for Day Camp @ The JCC is 8:00am-4:30pm.

Day Camp @ The JCC Staff Orientation is June 7th, 2027 through June 14th, 2027, with times to be determined.

Day Camp @ The JCC Pack Up Day is August 13th, 2027.

The Marlene Meyerson Jewish Community Center of Manhattan

Together with our community, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan creates a welcoming and vibrant environment where individuals from all walks of life come together to connect, grow, and learn. Rooted in Jewish values, it is a cornerstone of the Upper West Side that provides something for every stage of life through a multifaceted array of offerings-spanning comprehensive children's and family programs, cutting-edge health and wellness, thought-provoking arts and culture, and vital social services. It imagines Jewish life that is inclusive and diverse, creating a supportive space for people of all backgrounds to engage, nurture their well-being, and find a deep sense of belonging.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work directly with campers who need extra support during various moments throughout the day (separation, transitions, etc.)
• Become familiar with campers you're supporting and have a strong understanding of their strengths, needs, and challenges
• Discuss camper involvement and concerns with directors
• Collaborate with counselors and leadership staff to develop and implement strategies to support camper(s)
• Communicate regularly with families to keep them up to date on their child's wellbeing
• Communicate with external service providers when needed
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers by enforcing rules and expectations of the camp
• Serve as a role model for campers and staff, including participating in all activities and using positive, strengths-based language
• Work in partnership with group leaders, counselors, specialists, and directors
• Participate in weekly all-staff meetings

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Currently works in the field(s) of Education, Special Education, Child Care, Psychology, or Social Work
• Holds or is working toward a graduate degree in one of the fields listed above
• Demonstrated interest and experience in working with children who are neurodivergent, or have other social/emotional/behavioral/mental health needs
• Prior experience in early childhood settings
• Organized with note taking and comfortable communicating with a team and with families
• Exceptional engagement and relationship building skills
• Comfortable communicating with children.
• Previous experience working at a camp or similar setting preferred.

What We Offer

• Supportive, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
• Access to all the JCC's cultural, learning, arts, and film programs
• Investment in professional development and leadership skills
• Free fitness membership for the pool and health club

Work Location

• Our Community Center is located on the Upper West Side.

Compensation

• This position offers a salary of $5,800-$6,500 for the Summer Camp season, commensurate with experience.

The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, marital status and civil partnership/union status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic as established and protected by applicable federal, state or local law.