Inclusion Coordinator - Make Summer Camp Inclusive

JCC Greater Boston; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Fitness center access

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

JCC Greater Boston is seeking an Inclusion Coordinator for its summer camp team. You will supervise and support Advocate Camp Counselors, modify ICPs, and ensure campers with disabilities are safe, supported, and included in bunk life and activities.

You'll model patience and empathy while collaborating with staff, families, and leadership to promote belonging and joyful camp experiences.

Qualifications

• High school degree preferred.
• College degree, concentration, certification, or equivalent experience in specialty area preferred.
• 1+ season (summer camp, semester, other) instructor experience planning and leading activities for children.
• Portfolio or examples of projects preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with counselors and camp leadership to build an inclusive group dynamic and implement accommodations from camper ICPs.
• Support Advocate Counselors in advocating for camper strengths, needs, and abilities while encouraging independence and participation.
• Support campers in fully engaging with bunk life and activities (arts, sports, swimming, special events).
• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of campers during structured and unstructured times.
• Participate in and support campers during swim times.
• Communicate regularly with counselors and leadership to ensure consistency of support.
• Model patience, empathy, and positive behavior for campers and peers.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Creativity

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

High school degree

College degree or equivalent experience in specialty area

1+ season instructor experience

Portfolio or examples of projects

Customer service experience

Job description

JCC Greater Boston is seeking an Inclusion Coordinator for its summer camp team. You will supervise and support Advocate Camp Counselors, modify ICPs, and ensure campers with disabilities are safe, supported, and included in bunk life and activities.

You'll model patience and empathy while collaborating with staff, families, and leadership to promote belonging and joyful camp experiences.