What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Outdoor Adventure Specialist position at Springfield JCC?
Position: Outdoor Adventure Specialist
Status: Seasonal
Supervisor: Camp and Youth Director
Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp extension options, the JCC Day Camps offer premium summer programs infused with Jewish values and culture from kindergarten through high school.
Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield line, Camp JCC is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Camp JCC is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball and tennis courts, a playground, athletic fields, woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts rock climbing, a fitness center, a stage, an arts and crafts studio, and more.
With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers participate in programs and activities designed to foster learning, growth, creativity, teamwork, and above all, safe fun. Instruction from our arts and crafts, music, nature, ropes course, and sports specialists will help them discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, JCC campers will experience their best summer ever!
Position Summary
- The Outdoor Adventure Specialist will plan and execute a diverse low and high ropes course curriculum that can be modified to be appropriate for children entering Kindergarten to 10th grade,
- The Outdoor Adventure Specialist reports directly to the Assistant Director,
- The Outdoor Adventure Specialist will fully participate in weekly staff training,
- The Outdoor Adventure Specialist is expected to participate in activities with the children in the program throughout the day. This includes eating lunch, participating in singing, and being part of arrival and dismissal procedures,
Requirements
- Applicants should have at least three years of experience working with children in a structured setting. Prior experience in summer camps is preferred.
- Applicants must know about the ropes course and cooperation objectives, activities, strategies, and safety procedures.
- Must be rope course trained and certified.
- Must enjoy working with children and be active and adaptable to change.
- Applicants must be prepared to work in a professional environment and be dependable.
- Must show strong leadership skills, enjoy working in a team setting, and have the desire to build relationships with children, parents, peers, and co-workers.
- Must be a team player and a strong communicator.
- Must be at least 21 years old
Pay Scale
Pay scale depends on the successful applicant’s prior experience and tenure with the J.
Salary : $16 - $19
