Chaverim (Travel Camp) Director

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Maritza Mannino at JCC Camps at Medford is currently seeking applicants for the role of Chaverim Director. The Chaverim director will oversee the travel program for 7th & 8th graders and manage all aspects of the program including pre-season trip planning, camper and staff management, trip execution, etc. The Chaverim Director serves as a member of the Leadership Team. Minimum Qualifications:Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:Off-Season ResponsibilitiesPlan travel calendar in partnership with camp administration teamAssist with staff interviews. Conducting interviews to hire travel staff and fill open positions at campAttend at least one open houseAssist with off-season events when available such as t-shirt pick up, fall and spring events, etc.Attend leadership team meetings and required staff orientations prior to the start of the camp season.Administrative ResponsibilitiesPlan and schedule all day tripsWork in partnership with the Associate Camp Director and Program Administrator to complete trip bookingsComplete all required paperwork in a timely fashionEnsure attendance for both campers and staff is submitted daily and on time. Assist with reconciling monthly credit cardStaff ManagementProvide direct supervision of approximately 10 staff membersMeet routinely with staff to inform of important camp updatesProvide routine and constructive feedback aimed to help staff members grow in their role at campComplete fair and equitable mid-season and end of summer evaluations of staff.Facilitate staff trainings during orientation which will include sessions on staff expectations, regulations, camper behavior management, etc.Camper ManagementAssist counselors in managing camper behaviorWhen necessary, utilize support from the Camp Director & Care Team to help in managing camper behaviors and situations In partnership with the Health Center, manage camper medications and basic first aid when necessaryParent CommunicationCommunicate daily with camp families providing pertinent information on daily trips and expectationsRespond in a timely fashion to parent questions and concerns Salary:Under $25,000 Agency Information:The JCC Camps at Medford enriches the lives of children by teaching values and life skills in a fun, safe, inclusive Jewish environment while building confidence, sharing successes, and creating lasting friendships and memories. Each summer, the JCC Camps at Medford proudly welcomes over 1,400 campers to its 120-acre property located in Medford, NJ while hiring over 500 staff to ensure a high quality program and camper safety and well-being.

Created: 2024-10-19