What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Facility Team position at Sunrise Day Camp-Greater Philly?
Sunrise Day Camp, for children ages 3 - 16, is the only dedicated full summer day camp in the world for children with cancer and their siblings. It is a camp designed to meet the emotional, social, recreational and physical needs of these children while allowing them to enjoy the comforts and safety of their own homes at night.
Best of all, Sunrise Day Camp is offered free of charge to all children being treated for cancer and their siblings.By raising the needed funds from outside sources instead of charging the parents, we can help to alleviate some of the costs, and the related stress, that parents incur caring for a sick child throughout the year. Children who have received medical clearance from their physicians are welcome to attend. Though 7 weeks of camp programming is offered, children may register and attend any and every day they feel well enough to do so.
Staff Position
For summer 2026, we are seeking members to join our facility team.
We are seeking a highly organized and enthusiastic individuals to join our camp team . This position is responsible for managing all logistical aspects of our summer camp programs including set up , and breakdown of activities. There will be heavy lifting involved, and some basic cleaning. This person will be heavily involved in special events. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational and time-management skills, have a strong attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Program Support:
Working under the Director, and Senior Director
- Maintain the health and safety of the campers (i.e., Wiping down tables, sanitizing, providing appropriate safety measures throughout the day
- Assist camp staff in preparing and organizing camp activities, special events such as Sundae Bars, all camp lunches and round up.
- Help set up and clean-up program spaces before and after each session.
- Welcome and meet the entertainer or vendor and help set up for the program.
- Support the implementation of special projects and initiatives as directed by the camp management. Moving tables and setting chairs, cleaning up cotton candy and popcorn machines. Setting up water equipment.
- Prepare and distribute camp schedules and itineraries to all counselors as needed.
- Assist in monitoring inventory of camp supplies, equipment, and materials, and work with Camp director manager of operations and Program director to order additional items as needed. Moving supplies from one building to another.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Driving the golf cart and helping move staff and campers throughout camp
-Organizing shed and storage areas.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of individuals, including campers, parents, staff, and vendors.
Key Essential Job Duties:
· Demonstrate physical stamina and agility required to be mobile for long periods throughout the day.
· Stand for long periods of time and be able to run and actively engage physically with children.
· Move from sitting (chair and floor) to standing position easily and quickly.
· React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations.
· Consistently demonstrate and reinforce the values of caring, respect, honesty, and responsibility.
· Attention to detail; manage multiple projects, prioritize and meet deadlines.
· React with physical and mental alertness in emergency situations and assist in evacuation of building.
Qualifications:
Must attend the entire duration of the camp season
Must love children
Must be organized
Must be Covid-19 vaccinated
Job Type: Contract
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Please use this link to apply for the position: https://sunrisedaycamp.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/staff/App#ApplicationSeason
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Work Location: In person