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Schenectady Jewish Community Center Camp Cooking Specialist in Schenectady, New York
Camp Cooking Specialist
Job Details
Job Location
Schenectady JCC - Schenectady, NY
Position Type
Seasonal
Salary Range
$17.00 - $17.50 Hourly
Description
This individual, supervised by the Assistant Camp Director, provides programming of a specified specialty area such as (nature, science, art, sports, etc) for Camp Chaverim
PRE-CAMP RESPONSIBILITIES:
Attend pre-camp orientation and planning meetings
Provide list of supplies in a timely fashion before the start of camp
Planning chugim, if applicable.
CAMP RESPONSIBILITIES
Health and Safety
Maintaining appropriate staff to camper ratios at all times, including not leaving a Junior counselor alone to supervise whole group.
Actively supervising at all times- especially on playground and at the pool.
Guide children and document significant behavioral events on a daily report form.
Report all injuries regardless of severity to Camp Health Director.
Duties
Plans, implements, and coordinates programming in specialized area for campers ages 3-12.
Creating age appropriate activities. Assisting and taking on designated roles during special camp events.
Help with planning and set-up of weekly Oneg Shabbat, if applicable.
Required to cover Extended PM on Monday upon the completion of camp to cover staffing for staff meeting.
Form positive relationships with campers, co-workers, and parents.
Assist Senior and Junior Counselors for activity ideas
Add to the atmosphere of camp by decorating grounds/building
Working together with co-counselors and camp supervisory team in a positive manner for the betterment of camp.
Maintain supplies and cleanliness of areas used.
Attend all weekly staff meetings.
Work Late nights and Overnights, minimum of one
Perform all other duties as assigned or delegated
Qualifications
At least 18 years of age
Experience working with children
Strong background in specialized activity
A positive, upbeat spirit can do attitude and a great sense of fun!