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Camp Poyntelle has been making children’s summer dreams come true since 1948. As a premier Jewish summer camp, we offer a traditional sleepaway experience filled with amazing memories, lasting friendships, and nurturing and compassionate staff. We feel that camp is one of the few places a child can be their own person, without judgment or social pressure. Our intentional community is designed to allow kids to be kids in a low-key, fun, and inclusive environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated summer Support Staff to join our team for an enriching summer experience. As a Support Staff member, you will play a vital role in facilitating all of the behind-the-scenes operations of camp, from food service, to housekeeping, to maintenance, and more.
Agency Expectations
- Support agency initiatives by carrying out assigned duties accurately and efficiently, while following established processes and contributing to basic data collection, reporting, or documentation as required.
- Use agency resources responsibly by following established procedures, safeguarding equipment and materials, and/or supporting cost-effective operations.
- Work effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-department teams to ensure clear communication, timely task completion, and a positive, respectful work environment.
- Follow all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe work environment for staff, partners, and the public, and promptly report concerns or incidents.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of campers during all activities.
- Foster positive relationships with campers by providing guidance, support, and encouragement.
- Collaborate with fellow staff to create a cohesive team environment focused on safety, well-being, and efficiency.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of camp facilities and equipment.
- Participate in training sessions to enhance skills related to child development and safety protocols.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma required
- 1–3 years of child-care experience.
- Ability to work on our campsite from June through August
KEY ATTRIBUTES:
- Consistently shows up prepared, follows through on assigned responsibilities, and meets expectations within established timelines.
- Responds effectively to changing priorities, learns new tasks quickly, and applies feedback to improve performance.
- Adheres to safety protocols, policies, and ethical standards, and represents the agency professionally in all interactions.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Camp Poyntelle offers competitive base salaries benchmarked against comparable nonprofit organizations in the metropolitan overnight camping area. Salaries are determined based on internal and external equity, as well as each position’s scope, qualifications, and organizational impact. We believe in compensating staff fairly and consistently, ensuring that all salary decisions align with our mission-driven commitment to equity and transparency.
To maintain fairness across the organization, salary offers are set according to established salary bands and are not subject to negotiation. New hires typically start near the beginning of the salary range to allow for growth based on performance, professional development, and tenure.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Consider the following:
- Environment, such as an office or outdoors.
- Exposures encountered, such as hazardous materials, loud noise, or extreme heat/cold.
- Essential physical requirements, such as climbing, standing, stooping, or typing.
- Physical effort/lifting, such as sedentary – up to 10 pounds; light – up to 20 pounds; medium – up to 50 pounds; heavy – over 50 pounds, and in certain roles, to lift individuals up to 300 pounds
JOB DETAILS
Working schedule: 6/days week – 7:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Non-Union Position
In-Person
JOB TITLE: Support Staff | LOCATION: 584 Cribbs Road, Poyntelle PA 18454
Salary Range: $2,000-$10,000 | Starting Salary: $2,000
Salary : $2,000 - $10,000