About NJY Camps:
NJY Camps (NJY) is one of North America’s premier Jewish summer camp networks. Comprising five overnight summer camps, NJY serves children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. NJY’s mission focuses on supporting the growth and development of every individual member of its community so that they can learn new skills, develop greater self-confidence, and foster a strong Jewish identity. Having recently celebrated its centennial anniversary, NJY is reimagining its next 100 years. NJY Camps serves more than 3300 campers, over 800 summer staff, across 2000 acres of land.
Position Summary:
NJY Camps is seeking an energetic, creative, and passionate leader to serve as a member of our Mental Health team. This MESSH (Mental, Emotional, Social, and Spiritual Health) Team Member serves a key role in the overall camper care and staff care of our community. Under the supervision of the Community Care and the NJY full-time Mental Health professional, the MESSH team member is responsible for the development of successful mental health support structures for all campers and staff. This is a seasonal summer full-time position with the dates of late June to Mid-August.
Responsibilities:
- Work with Community Care Coordinator on staff training and development of a plan for ongoing staff learning in regards to mental health
- Develop MESSH- centric programs in partnership with Community Care Coordinator
- Be present at camp on-site for the full duration of camp (housing is provided), weaving yourself into the fabric of the camp community
- Assist counselors and camp leadership in problem solving cases wherein campers need special support
- Serve as an emotional resource to staff as needed
- Communicate with Community Care Coordinator
- Design and lead training for staff in areas such as camper care and self-care
- Create a plan for ongoing staff training on mental health in camp
- Attend Leadership Team meetings
- Record notes about mental health interventions and situations, successes and challenges, in our camp database. Submit weekly reports to Community Care Coordinator.
- Facilitate discussions, when needed, between counselors and leadership staff, as a mediator
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range of $4000-$5000, commensurate with experience
Private Room & Board Provided
Discounted camp fees for children (if applicable)
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: $2,000.00 - $2,500.00 per month
Benefits:
Education:
Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person