JRA SUMMER POSITIONS

Innovation and collaboration are the building blocks for a fun and successful summer! As such, each year we seek dynamic, experienced, and dependable individuals to join our team for the summer season.

General Roles for every Employee:

• Works with the JRA team to provide physical and emotional safety, enjoyment, and wellbeing for all campers.
• Supports the JRA mission to ensure that each camper has a safe, fun, and adventurous experience at JRA.
• Leads by example in respecting differences among campers and staff.
• Participates in all aspects of camp activities and sets a positive example for campers and others including punctuality and sportsmanship. Exudes fun!

Character Traits of a Successful Employee:

• Enthusiastic, patient, nurturing, good self-control, and sense of humor
• Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a busy camp setting
• Good character, integrity, and adaptability

Qualities & Qualifications of a Successful Employee:

• Previous camp experience is highly preferred
• First Aid and CPR certifications are highly regarded
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to relate to one's peer group

Aftercare Assistant, high school graduate; current college student preferred

• This position is responsible to the Director of Auxiliary Programs. The ACA assists in managing the aftercare group of campers.
• The ACA guides group and individual campers in participating successfully in the aftercare camp activities.
• The ACA assists with the transition to the aftercare group by providing clear supportive direction to campers, CITs, and volunteers.
• The ACA assumes the responsibility of assisting and tracking the pickup process of each camper in the aftercare group, ensuring the safety of each camper.
• The ACA provides campers with physical and emotional safety and an overall positive aftercare experience.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be actively engaged with children throughout a day
• May work long hours for extended periods of time which may include sitting or standing
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Works in varied and extreme weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold