Camp Coordinator
Stroum Jewish Community Center
3801 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
Under the direction of the Camp Director, the Camp Coordinator plays a key leadership role in creating a fun, safe, and unforgettable camp experience. This position directly supervises Camp Counselors and helps shape the daily magic of J Camp-building community, supporting staff, and ensuring every camper feels seen, supported, and inspired.
Pay Range: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experience and location.
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Lead with positivity and professionalism, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all campers and staff.
Create, manage, and uphold daily camp schedules-including field trip coordination- -to keep camp running smoothly.
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Jump into the action by actively participating in activities and supervising both campers and staff (including in the pool).
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Support staff development through mid-summer evaluations and ongoing coaching.
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Respond promptly and appropriately to incidents, illnesses, or emerging situations to maintain a safe environment.
Help manage parent communication-including emails and updates- -under the guidance of the Camp Director.
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Track and verify camper attendance for assigned programs.
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Foster campers' social and emotional growth through positive behavior strategies, supportive interactions, and conflict resolution.
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Communicate clearly and collaboratively with the J Camp team, both verbally and in writing.
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Notify the Camp Director immediately of any concerns involving campers, staff, parents/guardians, or community members.
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Step in to support groups or counselors who need extra help throughout the day.
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Serve as a positive ambassador of the SJCC at all times.
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Follow all SJCC emergency and safety procedures.
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Be available for occasional evening or weekend work as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the camp.
This position provides direct supervision to Camp Counselors, helping guide, mentor, and support them throughout the summer.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education/Experience: Experience and/or training working with children preferred. Attendance at J Camp staff training is required unless approval to train separately is granted in writing by the Camp Director. Supervisory experience preferred.
Other Skills: Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification for adults/infants/children, through an approved certifying body, or willingness to get certified.
Under $25,000
To be the Puget Sound's most open and welcoming community-centered Jewish organization.
To offer experiences that amplify profound Jewish connections for every generation.
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Indelibly Jewish: You can sense 'Jewish' in everything we are.
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Relevant: We evolve with and in the world around us.
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Interconnected: We are linked and connected to one another and the community around us.
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Sustainable: Financially sound, resourced for the future, mindful of the world around us.
