SUMMARY- Candidate must be cognizant of and then adhere to NYS OCFS regulations, CDC and DOH guidelines. Candidate must be able to work during the Summer Camp Program hours including Orientation, Staff Meetings, and trainings.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Help individual children acquire new or improved program skills.
• Assist with implementation of all program activities.
• Help maintain daily attendance and wellness records.
• Plan activities for program area in advance and develop rainy day plans.
• Supervise children during special events, and all planned activities.
• Attend all meetings and trainings deemed necessary by Supervisors.
• Supervise children as needed for Emergencies at program and Late pickups after hours.
• Complete Health and Safety 5 hour training, Mandated Reporter 2 hour training, and Adverse Childhood Experience’s 45 minute training, Elijah’s Law 1 hour training prior to first work day.
• Wash hands upon entry to program, and before/ after meals and outside activities.
• Ensure all program areas are clean at the end of the day.
• Sanitize all program supplies throughout the day.
• Assist with temperature checks of staff and children.
• Wear a mask throughout the entire day, as well as protective gloves for meal times, re-fill of water bottles, cleaning, and first aid needs.
• Ensure children are signed out by approved pick up person at end of day.
• Know where your children are at all times.
• Provide excellent customer service to children and parents.
• Bring any concerns about children and staff to Supervisors.
• Develop Leadership skills over the course of the season.
Office/Technical Responsibilities
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification required.
• MAT training optional.
• For Ropes and Assistant Ropes, additional ACCT certified training courses are required prior to work.
Education and Experience :
• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
Working Environment:
• Able to work outdoors, in and around the program site.
• Assist supervisor with inspection of program area and equipment for safety concerns.
Physical Demands:
• Must be able to be outdoors during the majority of program hours.
• Will include moving/lifting equipment, cabinets, etc.
• For Ropes Specialist and Assistant Ropes Specialist, please note that you will need to belay children/teens during a majority of the day. Avg. weight of our campers is 50-100 lbs. plus. Weather conditions vary as well with heat/humidity under the open Course.
Other:
• Assist with fundraising events as needed
• Spearhead or assist on special projects as may be assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and the successful candidate will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and/or other management staff as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Every employee of the SAAJCC is an at-will employee, and this job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
Skills Required
- Must be at least 20 years old
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- Complete Health and Safety 5-hour, Mandated Reporter 2-hour, ACEs 45-minute, and Elijah's Law 1-hour trainings prior to first work day
- ACCT certified training courses required prior to work for Ropes and Assistant Ropes
- Able to belay children/teens for majority of the day and lift/move equipment (outdoor, variable weather)
- Adhere to NYS OCFS regulations, CDC and DOH guidelines; wear mask and gloves; assist with temperature checks
- Able to work Summer Camp Program hours including Orientation, staff meetings, and trainings
- Previous experience working with children
- MAT training
What We Do
The Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center provides a nurturing environment and a vibrant community with diverse programs, where individuals and families can grow and thrive.
