Director of Camp Kehilla

Company: Sid Jacobson JCC
Location: Greenvale
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: The Director of Camp Kehilla is responsible for planning and administering all camp activities and operations. This position will assist with the growth and care of campers in a fun and nurturing environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Director Responsibilities:
- Partner with leadership to set strategic goals and objectives for programs - Oversee the program's overall performance and success - Prepare and monitor department budgets - Plan and execute all program initiatives and report on program outcomes - Ensure program stays within compliance with agency and legal regulations - Communicate objectives and outcomes with Senior Leadership and Board when necessary - Conduct performance reviews and set performance goals for program and team members - Recommend staffing requirements, recruit and train new team members - Partner with Human Resources to coach, counsel and discipline team members - Recommend promotions, transfers and terminations - Enforce SJJCC policies and procedures Position Responsibilities: - Plan and administer tasks regarding camp including launching and tracking registration - Planning trips, developing programming and activities, family outreach, acting as liaison between the Kehilla Center, Finance and Administrative team, etc. - Direct and supervise day-to-day operation of Camp Kehilla - Plan of day to day schedule - Assist with assessments and enrollment of campers - Plan and implement of all staff trainings - Plan and implement open houses and camp clean-up day - Create and participate in job fairs either in house or at local organizations and schools - Work with other OPWDD departments during DOH audit and ACA accreditation - Participate in CPR, first aid, epi pen, and SCIP trainings - Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years supervisory experience preferably working with children in a school or camp environment
• Bachelor's degree
• Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Educator
• Experience working with children with special needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of OPWDD regulations a plus
• Communication skills including strong interpersonal skills with clients, staff and parents, as well as the ability to speak, read and write effectively.
• Exhibit patience, initiative, enthusiasm, resourcefulness and strong attention to detail.
• Able to effectively develop, document and implement behavior management protocols.
• Ability to provide leadership and motivation to staff and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
  
  
  Compensation details: 25000-40000 Yearly Salary
  
  
  
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