Site Liaison

The J•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jewish Community Center Day Camp has an opening for a Site Liaison at our Chesterfield location. Our caring and enthusiastic staff provides one on one support to child and youth with developmental disabilities as they participate in regular camp programming in a variety of activities including swimming, outdoor activities, crafts, drama, sports and nature.

Requirements

BA in related field (Psychology, Sociology, Special Education, Social Work)
Experience working in crisis situations with children or youth with developmental disabilities
Understanding of unique needs of children and youth with developmental disabilities
Must have auditory, visual, ambulatory and cognitive communications and physical ability to complete major tasks in the program
Ability to relate to and communicate with one’s peer group, parents, as well as to child’s age and skill levels
Ability to accept guidance and supervision
Ability to assist children and youth in emergency situations; including fire, evacuation, illness, or injury
Should possess good character, integrity, and adaptability
Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control in a dynamic environment
Current CPR and First Aid certification is required and must be maintained.

Nice To Haves

Training will be provided if necessary

Responsibilities

Assist counselors in appropriately managing crisis situations related to behavior or health as needed
Assist Day Camp Directors in locating counselor/camper pairings during morning drop off
Assist Day Camp Directors in brainstorming creative innovative ways to include campers with developmental and physical disabilities into traditional camp activities.
Attend all Monday morning meetings with staff
Fill in for counselors that may call in sick or have emergencies
Complete necessary paperwork for funders
Collect progress notes from counselors each Friday
Assist counselors with staying with their camp groups as much as possible
Support children and youth as they participate in group or individual activities
Make accommodations to activities as needed to allow the camper to fully participate
Be available for the entire duration of camp (May 27th-August 2nd) and have reliable transportation
Follow all JCC rules, regulations, and standards
Attend training and meetings as required
Other duties as assigned by supervisor