Unit Leader for Kid Overnight Camp @ Residential Summer Camp in Beautiful Boston, MA

The Kids Camp Unit Leader is responsible for the successful administration of Grotonwood’s overnight camping program for Kids age 7-17. The unit leader provides ongoing support and supervision to the Camp Counselors who facilitate the program and ensures safety of all those in their care and compliance to camp policies.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK: This is a residential seasonal position. The usual camp work-week is six days on and one day off, including staff meetings, and regular duties. Our summer camp season is ten-weeks long including pre-camp training. The summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Massachusetts wage and hour law. Weekend work is required.

This job requires the ability to lead group prayer, Bible studies, and to implement a Christian faith-based curriculum in a small and large group setting.

SUMMER CAMP DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise the health and wellbeing of children ages 7-17 in our overnight camping programs
• Lead, mentor and provide ongoing training to staff in various life stages and from various backgrounds
• Plan and oversee the implementation of camp activities by the Rec Team and ensure they are inclusive, engaging, and age-appropriate
• Ensure the camp environment contributes to the overall social, emotional and spiritual development of campers
• Positively redirect/refocus/de-escalate challenging behaviors and homesickness
• Support kids diagnosed with learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or ADHD
• Implement faith-based curriculums, Bible studies, and participate in daily worship sessions
• Investigate and resolve bullying, harassment and/or conflict in line with camp policies
• Create a fun and welcoming environment for campers of all religious backgrounds and gender identities
• Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day
• Complete before/after-hours duties as assigned by the demands of the program or the camp director
• Follow Grotonwood’s policies and procedures, including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention, written documentation, and emergencies

• Prepare and lead trainings, meetings and debriefs with your team
• Assist campers and staff in emergencies (fire, evacuation, active shooter, illness, or injury)
• Janitorial duties – maintain standards of safety and cleanliness across camp

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Two years of college or equivalent applicable education, training and/or experience which provides the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in this position will be considered
• Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity etc.)
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English desirable
• First​ ​Aid/CPR​ ​certification desirable

REPORTS TO: Resident Camp Director, Executive Director

ABOUT GROTONWOOD CAMP & CONFERENCE CENTER: Grotonwood is a Christian camp and retreat center located on Lost Lake in Groton, Massachusetts. Grotonwood has offered day and overnight Summer camps for youth, families, and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1956. Our goal is to introduce people to the love of Jesus, and encourage them to grow in relationship with Him. At the heart of this life changing experience is the staff, committed Christians who want to live out an example of a life changed by Grace. In this context, through fun and fellowship, lives are transformed and hearts are renewed.

EQUITY STATEMENT: Grotonwood actively promotes a culture that is free from bias and injustice. We are committed to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We are and will continue to serve and be accountable to marginalized and underserved communities, and for creating equitable and sustainable programs where social and restorative justice is woven into every facet of our ministries

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities and work well under pressure


• Ability to work independently and with a team, often to strict timelines


• Computer literate


• At least 21 years of age with 2 years of management/supervisor/ leadership experience


• 2 years of applicable experience in a summer camp, teaching, Christian youth ministry or similar setting


• Ability to envision and present faith-based curriculum


• Excellent English speaking and writing skills


• Ability to pass background checks and provide 3 positive professional references


• Effective communication – public speaking experience essential


• Enthusiasm, patience, meticulous organizational skills


• Desire to work with children in residential camp setting essential


• Shows a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs


• Relay campers/staff needs and incidences in a timely manner


• Flexible and proactive self-starter with a positive can-do attitude


• Punctual and schedule oriented - ability to prioritize and manage workloads effectively

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift camp equipment and janitorial products and supplies, up to fifty pounds.