An Advocate works with the Community Life Coordinator, Counselors, and Unit Head in the implementation of age-appropriate, intriguing, and exciting camp programs and activities, adapting activities as needed. The Advocate will help provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for JCC day campers.

• Follow all Camp at the J and JCC policies and procedures
• Participate in staff training sessions and orientation prior to the start of Camp season
• Attend weekly staff meetings
• Work with Community Life Coordinator to assist in the development of individualized behavior plans
• Assist campers as needed (this may involve bathroom assistance, implementation of routines, schedules, procedures, and meals)
• Implement routines, schedules, and procedures for the operation of the bunk

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all Camp staff

• Assist Aquatics staff with instructional swim and recreational swim as directed
• Keep co-counselors, Community Life Coordinator and Unit Head informed of any camper issues
• Know all Camp staff
• Help the camp staff to adapt activities so that all children can be included
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers in the bunk
• Never leave campers unattended
• Share in the implementation of age-appropriate activities
• Participate in group and specialist Camp activities
• When/where applicable, help facilitate Jewish learning in Camp programs
• Share responsibility for the care of unit equipment, and cleanliness of Camp facilities with other staff
• Assist in the implementation of any unit late night or overnight programs
• Attend and participate in any Unit late night or overnight programs and Family Night activities, if applicable
• Assist in arrival and dismissal of campers

• Exhibit a positive attitude

• Remain flexible and available to carry forth with all Camp related activities
• Assist in the evaluation of the Camp program and activities at the conclusion of Camp
• Ability to sit, stand, kneel, and stretch for long periods of time
• Ability to work outside in high degree temperatures
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Perform other duties as assigned