
You are here: Home | Search for a Job Back To Search Results Location and Job Title: Assistant Director of Camp, Youth and Family Services The Memphis Jewish Community Center (MJCC) 6560 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38138 Principal Responsibilities: The Memphis Jewish Community Center's Youth, Camp and Family services department is focused on meeting the growth and developmental needs of our participants. We are a nurturing community that creates a safe and fun environment for our participants, with Jewish values at our core. Our caring staff fosters every participant's self-esteem and confidence.Working closely with the Youth, Camp and Family Services Director, the Assistant Director will assist in the development and implementation of short and long-term program goals in keeping with the mission and operating goals of the Memphis Jewish Community Center, including but not limited to, Day Camp, J Club After School Program, Family Programming, and Camp 365.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Summer Camp:Recruit, Interview, and assist in hiring of summer camp staffAssist with planning, organizing, and executing pre-camp staff trainingAssist with daily/weekly staffing assignments for summer camp staffSupervise all specialists and make sure they have all supplies needed for the weekAssist with maintaining budgeted expenses for supplies and vendorsContinue communications with hired counselor and vendors as neededAssist in the planning and implementation of all summer camp programs, including age-specific activities, specialty camps, and field tripsAttend and assist with preparations for all pre-camp events (open house, job fairs, etc.)J Club After School Program:Recruit, interview and hire staff for J ClubManage, instruct and provide feedback and coaching to J Club staffOrganize and clearly communicate day-to-day programming for J Club staffDevelop creative and engaging programming for J Club participantsManage transportation logistics for students arriving to J Club, whether by drop-off or MJCC bus pick-upWork with the schools that we pick-up children from to ensure pick-ups run smoothly and effectivelyEnsure staff is organized and aware of any after school programs that the participants must be transported to within the MJCCCamp 365:Recruit, interview and hire staff for Camp 365Create schedule for staffing all days of Camp 365 and keep Director informed of any changesPrepare and create daily sign-out sheetsCreate diverse programming schedules for each dayOversee daily activities and staffingFamily Programming:Assist director with planning and implementing old and new family programmingAttend and assist with preparation for programs (family nights, kids' night out, etc.)Assist with marketing, recruiting, and staffing for family programs Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree, preferred not requiredDemonstrated experience in youth/summer camp programmingKnowledge, or willingness to learn, of Jewish culture and traditionsCPR/First Aid/AED Certification, or willingness to obtainStrong customer service skillsExcellent verbal, written and technological skillsStrong communication, leadership, and organizational skillsAbility to balance administrative tasks with direct servicesCommitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for all participants Salary: $45,000 - $55,000 Agency Information: Located on 24 amazing acres in the heart of East Memphis, The Memphis Jewish Community Center has something for everyone of all shapes and sizes. We have an amazing Early Childhood Center, an expanded Fitness Center, a large outdoor water park, an Art House, Senior Adult gatherings, Summer Camp, After School activities, and most importantly a welcoming environment.
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