Camp & Youth Services Lead (Assistant Director)

Jewish Community Center Works; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

David Posnack JCC in Davie, FL is seeking an Assistant Camp & Youth Services Director to lead Camp Kadima and youth programs, coordinating with the Camp & Youth Services Director to deliver a high-quality camp experience for children and families. The role includes recruiting, training, supervising seasonal staff, managing registrations, events, transportation, and communications with families.

It also supports the After-School Adventure Program during the school year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, recreation, child development, youth services, management, or a related field preferred.
• Previous camp leadership, supervisory, or program management experience strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and respond calmly and professionally to unexpected situations.
• Proficient using email, Microsoft Office, experience with registration, scheduling or program management software preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising the DPJCC's summer camp and After-School Adventure Program.
• Support recruitment, training, and development of seasonal staff.
• Coordinate camp registration, programming, field trips, transportation and communications with families.
• Provide administrative support including payroll and grants-related tasks.
• Attend ongoing department meetings and assist with program operations and outreach.

Skills

Camp leadership

Supervisory experience

Program management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, recreation, child development, youth services, management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Registration software

Scheduling software

Program management software

Job description

David Posnack JCC in Davie, FL is seeking an Assistant Camp & Youth Services Director to lead Camp Kadima and youth programs, coordinating with the Camp & Youth Services Director to deliver a high-quality camp experience for children and families. The role includes recruiting, training, supervising seasonal staff, managing registrations, events, transportation, and communications with families.

It also supports the After-School Adventure Program during the school year.