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Camp J Supervisor 2025
Trager Family JCC
3600 Dutchmans Ln
Louisville, KY 40205

Principal Responsibilities:

Duties/Responsibilities/Functions/Tasks

To further the mission of the camp through the direct supervision of Camp Counselors within the assigned camp groups. The Supervisor is directly responsible for the health, welfare and happiness of each camper and staff in their respective groups. The Supervisor must instruct, and motivate employees; demonstrate sensitivity to the age group of campers served; understand appropriate positive behavioral management techniques; knowledge of several activity skill areas; and communicate with campers and staff in emergencies.

Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety procedures during camp programs

Assist in the implementation of staff training
Provide guidelines for utilizing camp equipment
Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures at all times

Supervise and evaluate Camp Counselors to develop and implement all facets of camp program activities

Regularly monitor work of counselors
Gather and monitor program supplies
Provide feedback and guidance to counselors, assisting to facilitate as needed
Provide recommendations and concerns to assistant camp director and camp director regarding counselors' performance
Evaluate each counselor's performance mid-point and at the conclusion of each session; in writing per camp policy

Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior

Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures
Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship

Represent the camp when interacting with parents or community members

Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience
Communicate with parents by phone and through notes sent home and weekly emails, throughout the summer, as directed by camp communications policy
Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp

Minimum Qualifications:

Physical Requirements:

Stand for up to 45 minutes at a time
Stand/swim in up to 4 feet of water to supervise campers
Supervise campers in a hot environment - up to 99 degree heat index

Other Job Duties:

Attend administrative staff meetings
Maintain clear and positive written and verbal communication with all camp staff
Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders
Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise programs, special events, overnights, and other all-camp activities and camp functions
Provide ongoing program ideas to counseling and activity area staff
Design and assist in the implementation of special programs for counseling staff use at special program times (i.e. rain, cancellations, emergencies, etc.)
Participate in Ruach and encourage staff and campers to do the same. Sing, chant and lead new games
Distribute Snack at Morning Meeting
Director on Duty for Overnights and Late Nights
Supervisor on Duty at swim times
Assist with bringing late campers from drop off location to groups
Assist Counselors with Behavior Management
Manage Overnight RSVP/Field Trip Attendance Process
Distribution of Medication/Lunch Bags/Clipboards
Prepare Clipboards with Programs, Attendance Sheets, Carpool Stickers, etc... in the afternoon for the next morning
Assist counseling staff with special needs and assist in solving special problems regarding their campers and co-workers
Work with the Yachad Director, Program Director, Camp Director, and Assistant Camp Director(s) and staff to provide a rewarding inclusive program for all campers
Support, uphold and enforce all camp policies

Additional responsibilities as assigned by Assistant Camp Director(s), Camp Director, and Program Director

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

Founded in 1890, the Trager Family Jewish Community Center is a non-profit community service agency committed to enhancing the quality of family life and promoting physical, intellectual and spiritual wellness. It provides health related activities, cultural and educational programs that serve the entire community, including populations at risk. Membership and services at the J are offered to the entire community. The J offers sports and wellness, youth and camping, Jewish culture and performing arts, early childhood and senior programs and a community center open to all.