Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center

J Camps Inclusion Coordinator

Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Level: Entry
Job Location: 5601 S. Braeswood - Houston, TX 77096
Position Type: Seasonal
Job Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesThe J Camps Inclusion Coordinator is responsible for the inclusion in J Camps of campers with a variety of developmental, sensory, communication and behavior challenges. The J Camps Inclusion Coordinator will work with the families and the camp directors to ensure success in the J Camps environment.  This position will help with the hiring and supervision of staff who are serving in roles that are directly related to campers who need support services or accommodations.
REPORTS TO:  Camp Director
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
- Work with the Director of Children and Camping to evaluate and assess a camper’s readiness and ability to be successful in J Camps
- Work with the families prior to the summer to determine an action plan for what success at camp looks like
- Communicate with teachers, therapists, or other support systems to completely understand what a child’s needs during the summer will be
- Serve as an integral part of the summer J Camps staff training team
- Facilitate extra staff training for those counselors working directly with children who need accommodations
- Participate in hiring of Inclusion Advocates
- Setup a safe space for those campers who need to remove themselves from the camp group
- Supervise Inclusion Advocates, check in with them regularly about their campers
- Communicate with parents as needed about issues that arise
- Serve as a resource for Camp Directors who are struggling with camper behavior
- Participate daily in carpool and other all camp procedures
- Other work as assigned- Hours: 5 hours/week in May; 40 hours/week June 1-August 7

Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, child development, teaching or another related field
- Experience with children who receive accommodations or special supports
- Team Player
- Hard and independent worker
- Excellent communication skills
- Some night and weekend hours may be required
- Must be able to be mobile and visit multiple camps throughout the day
Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center

About Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center

The Evelyn Rubenstein JCC is a non-profit charitable organization serving the Greater Houston community for over 70 years. When you step into the Evelyn Rubenstein JCC, you'll find a center filled with remarkable people, dedicated volunteers and a wide-array of year-round programs, activities and special events. At the J, we're committed to enriching the lives of our members and the community.

The J has been a place where families and individuals come together for friendship, affiliation and socialization in a safe and welcoming environment. Throughout our buildings, you'll find a committed staff working together to provide our members and guests with quality experiences, excellent service and a sense of belonging. At the J, we’re a compassionate and inclusive organization whose membership is made up of different ages, lifestyles, ethnicities and levels of religious observance. Join us at the J and you can have positive impact on our members lives everyday. Join us and make a difference.

Industry
Nonprofit & NGOs
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
erjcchouston.org
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