What are the responsibilities and job description for the J Camps Nature Specialist position at The Associated and its Agencies?
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We value all members of our team in a supportive environment in which everyone is treated with appreciation and respect and positioned to do their best work every day.
SUMMARY:
The Nature Specialist will facilitate daily instruction to campers aged 4-12 in an outdoor environment primarily based in a wooded area. Most campers will participate in 1-2 nature sessions per week, depending on their age and their interests. Opportunity to use expert skills in a fun setting with wonderful staff perks!
Length of Position:
June 23, 2025 - August 16, 2025- approx. hours 8:30-4:45pm
Pre-Camp Duties
Approximately 24-30 hours of pre-camp Orientation
Set-up and plan activities
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Develop an eight-week curriculum focusing on hands on nature/wilderness projects. Activities will be outside and should use the nature path and woods.
Supervise, participate and administer nature activities for children in pre-k through 8th grade.
Plan activities and events that are exciting, challenging and value based.
Work cooperatively with camp leadership, counselors, and other departments.
Perform specific scheduled assignments, including but not limited to swimming, lunch duty and arrival and/or departure.
Keep immediate supervisor informed daily of any concerns or problems concerning campers and facilities.
Be a consistent role model for campers.
Set up, clean, and organize all nature equipment and nature campfire site
Ensure that the facility is kept clean and safe, so that children are in a safe and comfortable environment.
Ensure that campers know and follow safety procedures during camp programs.
Attending pre-camp staff training.
WHO YOU ARE:
Experience at summer camp or similar environment preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent required; college credits and formal or informal outdoor education preferred.
Minimum of two years of experience working with youth, specifically in Nature preferred.
Willingness to follow / give directions and work as a team member.
Strong leadership and organization skills
Willingness to work as a part of a team.
Willingness to ask for assistance when needed or desired.
PHYSICAL SKILLS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment may be fast paced and requires high energy and interaction with others. The employee may also be required to frequently be on their feet for periods of time and in the outdoor elements.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Benefit & Perks: J Camps offers a complimentary family membership to the Jewish Community Center from June through December 2025. Discounts are also available on summer camp up to one camper for free and any additional camper(s) 50% off.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management, as required. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
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