AddressNew Country Day Camp is an open-tent community that celebrates and sustains joyful, outdoor summer experiences where all can thrive. We maintain a proud legacy as a Jewish camp comprised of a multicultural community, representing and celebrating the heartbeat of NYC. We build meaningful connections with ourselves, each other, and the natural world around us through innovative programming that is rooted in Jewish tradition and guided by universal values.
New Country Day Camp is an 8-week, outdoor Summer Camp for campers in kindergarten-8th grade. NCDC operates M-F, 8am-5pm, and provides transportation for staff and campers to and from our campgrounds on Staten Island via multiple locations throughout Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn. NCDC is a neurodiverse camp community, and all staff members are responsible for supporting neurodivergent and neurotypical campers and staff to have successful summers.
JOB PURPOSE
Counselors are enthusiastic, highly motivated, and responsible role models who are directly responsible for the well-being of campers at New Country Day Camp from June 27th to August 9th with the option to work an additional week of camp from August 12th-16th
Campers receive their Division assignment based on their age. Each Division is comprised of small groups of 10-16 campers. Counselors are primarily responsible for guiding their assigned group of campers through the day’s activities.
SCOPE OF INFLUENCE
Direct client group: Campers ages 4-13
Directly supervised by Division Supervisors
Will collaborate with Co-Counselors and Support Specialists, as assigned
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Attend all days of staff orientation before camp (weeknights + some weekend days in June)
Attend all days of camp and after-camp staff meetings during the summer
Communicate regularly and effectively with supervisor
Work harmoniously with assigned co-counselor(s)
Work harmoniously with Support Specialists
Maintain standards of camp conduct, behavior management protocols, and inclusion
When working with campers and fellow staff, uphold and implement NCDC camp values (Personal Growth, Empathy, Respect, and Passion)
Camp Activities
Assume responsibility for the physical and mental health and safety of campers
Keep a record of camper attendance, activity, behavior, and injuries/accidents
Actively participate in all camp activities including getting into the pool and assisting lifeguards during instructional swim
Provide quality supervision at all times (e.g. on the bus, in locker rooms during changing periods, during lunch, throughout swim periods and all transitional periods)
Ensure campers receive snacks and lunches while considering any dietary restrictions or food allergies
Assist bus supervisors with camper needs on the bus ride to and from camp
Encourage all campers to participate & be their on-site daily support system
Focus on social dynamics & friendship building of assigned camper group
Act as a mentor to campers as they progress through their individual social-emotional learning journeys
Work collaboratively with fellow counselors, Support Specialists, and Supervisors to create an optimal environment for neurodivergent campers
Provide daily and weekly camper progress updates to Division Supervisor, when necessary
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Required Knowledge and Ability
Availability to attend all days of camp from June 27th to August 9th or 16th and all staff orientation dates throughout June
Currently pursuing a college degree, a high school diploma (minimum), or have related professional experience working with children or in education
Willingness to learn about and participate in Jewish culture and traditions
Enjoys working in a fully outdoor camp setting
Excellent communication skills
Collaborative, flexible, ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience working with children from diverse cultural and social backgrounds
Willingness to learn and ability to implement NCDC’s restorative approach to behavior
management.
- Experience working with neurodivergent children and/or children with disabilities is a plus
Role Key Competencies Communication Teamwork
Enthusiasm Safety Awareness Initiative
Inclusivity
EEO Info
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Educational Alliance takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
