The JCC Rainbow Day Camp is currently hiring energetic, passionate and hard-working individuals as Special Education Aids. Aids work with specific campers who participate in the inclusion program at JCC Rainbow Day Camp. An aid is responsible for providing support during the camp day and working with the Inclusion Director to create a successful experience for the camper. Aids may work with a group of children or on an individual (1:1) basis with a camper. In 2024, our Camp Staff will work Monday June 3rd through Friday, August 9th. Additional training dates will be provided as the summer approaches.

The Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp is an inclusive summer camp, guided by Jewish values, for children and teens that fosters personal development, friendship and community. Led by an experienced and nurturing staff on over 100 picturesque acres, campers safely play and learn through a variety of enriching activities and innovative programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on guidance and support for children with special needs.
• Assist the Inclusion Director with the planning and implementation of the program activities while working with children.
• Provide direction to camp counselors and specialists on the needs of special needs children during program activities.
• Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.
• Ensure that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter.
• Communicate with camp director about participant’s experiences (positive and negative).
• Ability to contribute to the Rainbow Day Camp team through spirit, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Develop an appropriate counselor/camper relationship with every camper
• Be a quality role model for children
• Be able to encourage, support and set limits for children
• Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
• Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements (KSAs)

• Must be at least 17 years old or graduated high school.
• Upon hire, completion of provided First Aid and CPR certification.
• Education classes or experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field.
• Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
• Willingness to have fun and encourage community at camp.
• Demonstrated communication (verbal or written), organization, creative problem solving, and human relations skills.
• Willingness to work with special needs children from diverse populations

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position.
• Environmental conditions include working indoors and outdoors and interacting with hundreds of children and adults on a daily basis.

What do we offer?

Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC offers a challenging, dynamic, multicultural work environment with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Uniquely JCC Benefits

• JCC Membership: Every active staff member receives full JCC membership at no cost, which includes member access to our state-of-the-art fitness and aquatics facilities in Whitefish Bay and summer membership to the JCC Water Park in Mequon.
• JCC Program Discounts: Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC and are actively encouraged to participate in our early education, wellness, camping, cultural, and enrichment programs.

The JCC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call (414) 964-4444 or contact us at hr@jccmilwaukeeandorg