Do you want to make a difference in a child's life? Do you want to create unforgettable summer experiences for campers as well as young adult staff? Are you a passionate leader in informal education, ready to support and teach counselors so they can lead campers to an unforgettable summer? If this sounds like you, join Camp Grossman and share your passion and skills as a Unit Head! This full‑time, on‑site summer role is perfect for enthusiastic, compassionate individuals who love working with children and young adults and are passionate about camp, character building, and social emotional learning. As a Unit Head, you will lead a team of 12‑25 counselors as you and they guide 75‑100 campers through an extraordinary summer. You will set the tone and orchestrate an inclusive environment where every camper feels valued and confident. Your time throughout the summer will be a mix of administrative tasks (activity scheduling, family communications, programming) and hands‑on moments with staff and campers (problem solving, counselor training, group leading). Guided and supported by our Assistant Directors, you will play an instrumental role in making this a summer campers will always remember. Are you ready to make an impact? Join us for an incredible experience.JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values—Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation—which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.Primary responsibilities include, and are not limited to:Ensure the safety and well‑being of campers through proactive prevention measures and effective troubleshootingCreate a schedule for the week which incorporates a good mix of all the activities and camp traditions offeredGuide, mentor and support Counselors, Junior Counselors and Counselors‑In‑Training in their rolesFoster a fun and joyful atmosphere by creating a positive and enjoyable dynamic among campers and staffCollaborate with camp leadership to provide a safe, happy, and memorable experience for campersShare observations about camper involvement or concerns with camp leadership, staff and parentsFoster a unique sense of community within your unit by leading engaging activities and providing consistent support to your campers throughout the day.Administrative work, as requiredStandard staff expectations include and are not limited to:Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where everyone is valued and respectedActively participate as an essential team member and attend all staff meetings during or after camp as requiredSupport JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modelingEnthusiastically represent the organization, modeling excellence and achievementComplete all staff payroll and onboarding on time and before Orientation beginsComplete all pre‑camp asynchronous online training modules and attend all pre‑camp in‑person orientation sessionsOther duties as assignedJOB DETAILSWe are an outdoor camp,



located on beautiful, wooded property in Dover, MA. The regular camp day runs from 8:15 – 4:15, Monday – Friday, for the camp season. In addition, Unit Heads are expected to attend 3 or 4 staff meetings on Monday evenings at JCC Greater Boston, and may also be expected to attend additional meetings at camp, before or after the regular day. Unit Heads also work 1 or 2 of the following: Sunday Family Day, Shabbat Family Night, Late Night and/or Overnights, depending on their placement in camp, over the course of the summer. Offering great perks, including JCC Health & Fitness center access, a supportive, vibrant in‑person work environment, and a competitive starting pay rate of $20 per hour. The pay rate offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity.*The regular camp season begins June 29 and ends August 21 (with the option to work the following “9th Week” as well). The first Leadership Orientation sessions take place June 7, and possibly June 14, at camp. All staff Orientation takes place at camp on June 24, 25, and 26, and ends with Visiting Day, Sunday, June 28. While we prefer staff who can attend all Orientation Sessions and work the entire 8‑week regular season, we are happy to consider quality candidates who may have some (limited) conflicting obligations.** The hourly rates above apply to regular daytime/evening hours. Overnights will be compensated at a flat rate of $75 – $100 per overnight.About JCC Greater BostonSince opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful, lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work‑life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.Bostonjcc.Org/careers/.Education and ExperienceCollege degree required, preferably in Education or a related field which emphasizes child developmentExperience working with children,



preferably in a camp and/or school settingExperience supervising young adults preferredExperience working in and/or attending summer camp is a plus*An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.Skills and AbilitiesLeadership skills and ability to build strong relationships with campers, co‑workers, and camp leadership, while managing situations effectively and diplomaticallyModels maturity, reliability, flexibility, and patienceA love of children and a strong desire to make a difference every dayStrong organizational, teamwork, and relationship‑building skillsPossess a proactive mindset, demonstrated by the ability to anticipate needs, identify potential challenges, and take initiative to address them effectivelyExhibit forward thinking, adaptability, and a commitment to finding creative solutions that contribute to the team’s successExcellent communication and problem‑solving skills – comfortable speaking with parents/guardians, listening, discussing and resolving issuesExcellent supervisory and collaborative relationships with direct reportsCommitted to ensuring the safety and well‑being of campersPhysical RequirementsMust be able to work in‑person, on‑site in Dover, MassachusettsMust be able to navigate 70 acres of rugged, uneven and rustic campgrounds independentlyComfortable working all or most of the day outdoors or inside without air conditioningAble to work well in a busy, dynamic and sometimes noisy setting involving multiple tasks and prioritiesAble to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30‑40 pounds (boxes of supplies, children’s backpacks, etc.)Able to sit and kneel; getting down at eye level with children regularlyADA StatementIndividuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.JCCGB PerksEach seasonal employee is eligible for access to JCC Greater Boston’s top‑class fitness, recreation, and wellness facility in Newton. Seasonal access to the JCC Fitness Center includes:Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal‑Sidman JCC during active seasonal employmentFree or discounted Camp Grossman enrollment for camp employees’ children during the weeks worked. Discount prorated based on number of regularly scheduled hours.*Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.A Excellent Place to Work!Supportive colleaguesTeam camaraderieHow their managers treat themIndividual autonomyKnowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts othersPride in working for the JCCProgram and service qualityHolding ourselves accountableOur staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer, and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Unit Head, Camp Grossman, Summer Day Camp 2026 - $20 An Hour (Toronto)
🏢 JCC Greater Boston
📍 Toronto