BFT Aspire Camp Staff - Assistant Site Manager Summer Program

Massachusetts General Hospital; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Site Manager for a summer camp program designed for neurodivergent youth. This seasonal role involves leading and supporting groups of campers, fostering positive relationships, and collaborating with staff to create a nurturing environment. Candidates will engage in program planning tailored to the unique needs of participants, ensuring a safe and enriching experience. Join a dedicated team focused on making a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals with social cognition challenges. This role is perfect for those passionate about supporting neurodiversity and developing essential social skills in youth.

Qualifications

• Experience with neurodivergent children/adolescents is preferred.
• Leadership experience is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support assigned groups, fostering relationships with campers.
• Collaborate with Site Managers on staff needs and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Behavior Support

Collaboration

Program Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Aspire is a program of the Massachusetts General Hospital and Partners Healthcare Systems that serves more than 200 participants, teens, and young adults with social cognition challenges, including Asperger's Syndrome, High-Cognitive Autism, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, and autism spectrum disorders. Aspire Adventure Camp serves 100 participants aged 5-13 who have the cognitive capacity for solid peer connections but lack the understanding and skill set to form those connections. The summer program offers an immersive experience with well-matched groups, participant-to-staff ratios no greater than 3:1, outdoor activities like hiking and fishing, theme-based curricula such as art or recreation, and skill-building lessons to support social skills, stress management, and self-awareness.

The Assistant Site Manager is a seasonal role working with either the Lower Camp (ages 5-9) or Upper Camp (ages 10-13), both at Hale Reservation in Westwood, MA. Responsibilities include overseeing and supporting groups, supervising staff, guiding positive behavior support plans, and assisting with daily operations, record-keeping, and site management. The role involves collaboration with Site Managers to coordinate administrative, clinical, and programmatic aspects and is part of the summer camp leadership team.

*We invite neurodivergent candidates to apply.*

Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities)
1. Lead and support assigned groups, model positive behaviors, foster relationships with campers, develop and support camper support plans, and communicate with families, aligning all supports with the Aspire philosophy.
2. Ensure each group has a developmentally appropriate program plan tailored to their social, emotional, and self-awareness needs.
3. Collaborate with Site Managers on staff needs, lead staff training, and support professional development.
4. Attend all relevant staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and planning sessions, including leadership meetings, scheduled during assigned hours with advance notice and compensation.
5. Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
6. Coordinate with Curriculum Specialists to stay updated on participant support plans and develop suitable curricula.
7. Support staff in maintaining a clean and safe site.
8. With Group Leaders, complete end-of-summer camper summaries before August 8th.

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field (interest required or preferred).
Work Experience: Prior experience with neurodivergent children/adolescents and leadership experience are required or preferred.

Physical Requirements
Includes standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, handling, fingering, feeling, and visual and auditory tasks, with specific percentages and weights outlined.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.