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Camper Care Coordinator

Jewish Camp, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709

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The Camper Care Coordinator is responsible for creating an inclusive camp environment for campers of all needs. At Camp Urban Adamah, we have campers with Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, ADHD, and anxiety. The Coordinator will work specifically with campers with special needs and unanticipated behaviors, and will also collaborate with camp counselors to foster an environment in which all campers can thrive. Camp size ranges from 80-90 campers per session, and the Coordinator is responsible for working directly with campers who need extra support. RESPONSIBILITIES

Individual Camper Support:

Camp Urban Adamah is committed to being an inclusive camp for all youth. There are times when campers may need individual time and support away from the rest of the group. The Coordinator will make behavioral observations of campers and create a plan to move forward. Recommendations will be made to the Camp Manager about behavior support and management plans for individual campers. Group Management Support:

The Coordinator will work with camp counselors to ensure the cohesion of each group, including identifying possible barriers to special needs campers’ full participation. Access to materials in Urban Adamah’s sensory toolkit, such as fidgets and noise-blocking headphones, will be available to support special needs campers’ thriving at camp. Create Culture of Inclusion:

The Coordinator is responsible for creating a culture of inclusion, highlighting campers’ unique character, strength, and contributions to the camp community. They will work with counselors to identify moments of engagement and leadership opportunities for all campers within a group. Mentor Staff in Childhood Development and Group Management:

The Coordinator will work with camp staff to develop skills for working with children who have differing needs. Proactive Camper Care:

Work in advance with the Camp Manager to plan for accommodating all campers, especially those with extra sensory or social needs. Provide Support to Camp Staff and Campers:

Throughout the camp day, the Coordinator will be on-call to assist in any way needed, including attending to a sick or injured camper, filling in for a sick counselor, intervening in behavioral issues, or providing additional supervision. Compensation

$27/hr Requirements

We are open to applicants with varying levels and types of experience, provided that the applicant displays the skills required to execute the job successfully. You might be a good fit if you embody the following skills and qualities: CHILDREN-ORIENTED & PLAYFUL:

Love spending time with children and engage them with respect, modeling awe, compassion, and curiosity. COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVITY:

Committed to creating an inclusive camp environment and confident in supporting counselors and staff to meet the standards of an inclusive camp. ADAPTABLE PROBLEM-SOLVER:

A creative problem solver who is adaptable in the presence of strong emotions and needs. STRONG COMMUNICATOR:

Demonstrates patience, compassion, and understanding while maintaining strong boundaries and clear expectations. CURIOSITY & TEAMWORK:

Desire to explore and share Jewish environmental wisdom and spirituality; excited about collaborating with colleagues to maintain a positive work environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by an employee in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities: Reading, hearing, and speaking in English. Use of hands, fingers, and feet to operate program materials and activities. Standing and walking for several hours, as well as sitting and squatting. How to Apply

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