Description The Advocate Coordinator plays a leadership role in supervising Advocate Counselors and supporting them with camper-specific programming and accommodations. They provide daily check-ins and coaching, conduct observational evaluations, and support Advocate Counselors in building relationships with campers. Additionally, the Advocate Coordinator manages communication with families in the program, regularly collaborates with caregivers and staff to modify/create individualized recreational support plans, and leads workshops and trainings on behavior management and inclusion throughout the summer. Dates and Hours Pre-Camp: Approximately 40 hours in May prior to training Training: May 26 - 29 & June 1 - 5 Camp: June 8 - August 7, generally 8:00am-4:15pm on Monday and from 8:45am-4:15pm Tuesday-Friday Regular Job Duties - Plan and execute a 2-day Advocate-specific training in conjunction with the Camp Directors and JCC Inclusion Coordinator
- Become the “resident expert” of our campers who have Advocate Counselors
- In the Spring, receive all intake data for campers and meet with the Inclusion Coordinator and Camp Directors to be briefed on all families and staff in the Advocate Program
- Meet with the JCC Inclusion Coordinator weekly to discuss strategies for communicating with parents, modifying individual camper recreational plans, context for providing feedback to Advocate Counselors, and requesting in-field observations and/or support
- Daily meetings with Camper Care Team (Advocate Coordinator, Unit Heads, Mental Health Professional, Camp Director) to discuss any emerging needs and pertinent camper or staff updates
- Maintain accurate records of parent communication, camper behavior incidents, and any other situations regarding campers and/or staff in the Advocate program
- Develop Individual Recreation Plans for all campers in the program in collaboration with the JCC Inclusion Coordinator and Advocate Counselor
- Supervise and mentor Advocate Counselors and support them with daily informal check-ins and provide camper-specific programming, scaffolding, and accommodations
- Actively promote all-camp inclusion initiatives and reinforce these expectations with all staff
- Perform 1-2 summer observations for each Advocate Counselor and conduct debriefs that include skill assessment and goal setting
- In collaboration with the JCC Inclusion Coordinator, develop and facilitate 1-2 staff workshops throughout the summer on topics such as inclusion, program modifications, and behavior strategies
- Meet with other supervisors, as needed, to gain further insight into specific campers
- Communicating specific camper needs and managing positive relationships with parents/caregivers of campers with Advocate Counselors with the support of Camp leadership
- Additional responsibilities as required
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum of 18 years old
- Secondary education and training in related field, such as:
- Special Education
- Occupational Therapy
- Speech and Language Pathology
- Youth Social Work
- Inclusive or Adaptive Recreation
- ABA or BCBA
- Prior experience in working with children with disabilities in a recreational setting (preferred)
- Exceptional skills and capacity for engagement and relationship building with both children and their parents
- Proven ability to provide emotional support and patience to a wide range of ages
- Strong ability to problem-solve, provide accommodations, and pivot plans based on the needs of individual campers
- Experience designing and leading training for peers and adults is preferred
- Effectively communicate strategies, expectations, and constructive feedback to staff
- Be a leader, self-starter, and strong collaborator
- Ability to accept guidance, constructive feedback, and support from teammates
- Ability to sit, stand, kneel, and stretch for long periods of time
- Ability to work outside in high degree temperatures
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.
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