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Unit Head

LocationCambridge, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Wayland, Framingham, Natick, Needham, Newton, Wellesley, MA

SetupOn-site

LevelEntry

Posted6d ago

Programs & Operations

Quick answer

JCC Greater Boston is hiring a Unit Head (seasonal, full-time, $7,200 for the nine week season) to lead and mentor staff and ensure a safe, inclusive, and joyful camp experience for children in the Boston area.

Role: Unit Head
Organization: JCC Greater Boston
Location: Cambridge, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Wayland, Framingham, Natick, Needham, Newton, Wellesley, MA
Work setup: On-site
Level: Entry
Compensation: $7,200 for the nine week season (equivalent to $20 per hour)
Category: Programs & Operations

The role

JCC Greater Boston is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Unit Heads to lead and mentor staff and ensure a safe, inclusive, and joyful camp experience for children. This is a seasonal, full-time, exempt position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday, for a nine-week season.

What you'll do

Mentor counselors and support positive group dynamics
Ensure the safety and well-being of campers during activities
Create a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment that encourages skill-building and exploration
Work in partnership with counselors and camp leadership to provide a cohesive, positive camper experience
Supervise a team of approximately 20 Counselors and seasonal camp staff
Coordinate, supervise and evaluate staff

What it takes

High school degree required
1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) experience teaching or program planning for children in a variety of settings
Customer service experience preferred
Ability to plan and lead age-appropriate, engaging, and inclusive activities
Excellent group management skills
Strong communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills with campers and staff

What you'll bring

Genuine enjoyment of working with children and helping them growPassion and expertise in your specialty areaAbility to plan and lead age-appropriateengagingand inclusive activitiesExcellent group management skills

How we treat you

Access to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility, potential free or discounted enrollment for camp programs for children

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in the Boston area, including Cambridge, Brookline, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Wayland, Framingham, Natick, Needham, Newton, and Wellesley.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is $7,200 for the nine week season (equivalent to $20 per hour).

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a high school degree, 1+ season of experience teaching or program planning for children, and excellent group management and communication skills.

How do I apply?

Applications are due by June 21, 2023, and can be submitted through the JCC Greater Boston careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/.

Is the job remote?

This is an in-office position, and the job is located in the Boston area.

How to apply

Apply directly on JCC Greater Boston's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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