Available Positions

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Camp Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for own needs. Comfort with Office Suite and ability to learn new technology.  Excellent driving record. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.  

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Vendor Relations 

• • Starting with prior usage, research, and secure best pricing for summer vendors: 

• • • laundry services 

• • • golf carts 

• • • printer/copier 

• • • swag 

• • • vehicles – bus, car, van 

• • • off-season storage 

• • • luggage shipping 

• • Schedule services for timely delivery, pick-ups, and on-going necessary maintenance 

•  Transportation Services 

• • In partnership with year-round staff, coordinate arrival and departure times, modes for staff, campers, and faculty 

• • Oversee opening and closing day procedures including staffing for airport pick-ups and train pick-ups 

• • • Track late arrivals 

• • • Track missing luggage 

• • Coordinate any off-site medical visits with the Health and Wellness Director 

• • Schedule and assign Operations Team staff to all off-campus purchasing trips 

• • Coordinate transport for any off-site trips 

• • Coordinate travel needs with camp visitors 

• Summer Operations 

• • Assist in hiring process for Operations Team 

• • Oversee form compliance for campers, staff and faculty: 

• • • Transportation forms 

• • • Code of Conduct 

• • • Westtown Liability 

• • • Background Checks 

• • • Confirm receipt of appropriate camper, staff, and faculty forms 

• • Coordinate Storage unit loadout, Westtown load in, Westtown loadout, Storage unit load-in 

• • External communication (phones will be answered from 9 to 5, then emergency line) in coordination with office manager 

• • Internal staff access to office 

• • Supervise and schedule Operations Team personnel 

• • Assign routine tasks and cross-train tasks 

• • Establish office protocols with office manager for how phone calls, in-person requests, mail, driving logs, AV setups, etc. will be handled and train all staff on these items  

• • Coordinate visitors for Showcase including registration and parking 

• Supplies 

• • Track purchasing for program supplies across camp programming 

• • Create systems for supply requests and fulfillment 

• • Track and code all receipts to proper departments 

• • Submit receipts as directed 

• Westtown 

• • Serve as primary point of contact on-site with Westtown Liaison(s) 

• • Coordinate camp daily schedule needs with Assistant Director  

• • Act as a liaison to Westtown 

• • • Develop rapport with Westtown staff including but not limited to security officers, front office staff, Westtown Liason, and day camp director 

• • • Act as liaison to Facilities team 

• • • Submit and follow up on maintenance request 

• • • Submit and follow up on setups of program spaces 

• • Communicate with Dining Hall manager regarding: 

• • • menu as determined by year-round staff 

• • • allergy information provided via health forms 

• • • dining protocols in or out of dining hall 

• • • Maintain compliance with all safety and security protocols 

Leadership Team Responsibilities: 

• Be available by walkie, phone, email throughout the camp season. 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff. 

• Attend Spring Leadership Retreat as scheduled 

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings 

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled 

• Maintain strict confidentiality 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities as possible 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

 

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Operations Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. Comfort with Office Suite and ability to learn new technology.  Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Endless gratitude 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• • Opportunities to participate in Shabbat prep and offer electives will be available  

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Administration and Operations 

• Serve as frequent first point of contact for parent phone calls 

• Serve as point of contact and assistance to camp visitors  

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of office 

• Assist with printing, sorting and delivery of mail, letters and electronic correspondence 

• Inventory and manage supplies internally to camp or needed externally, including delivery of supplies to program areas  

• Assist with program and meeting area set-up and break down including set up of audio/visual equipment for morning and evening rituals, song session and Shabbat as needed 

• Provide support for faculty arrival and departure and intersession dorm turn-over, including but not limited to working with hospitality, signage, room set-up, linen laundry, and welcome materials 

Transportation Services 

• Assist with local transportation, including but not limited to: supply runs, airport trips, and medical visits. 

• Adhere to URJ Policies and Procedures and applicable state laws for driving vehicles on or off-campus 

• Complete pre and post-trip logs and record any necessary information (i.e. gas level, damage, required maintenance, etc.) 

• Maintain vehicle cleanliness 

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for own needs.  Comfort with Office Suite and ability to learn new technology.  Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team.  Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025. 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• In collaboration with the Community Care Director, promote shmirat haGuf – the health of our bodies and shmirat haNefesh – the health and wellness of our souls – as key concepts in camp 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• As time allows, assist with the hiring of Medical Team 

• Maintain communication with outside hiring agencies 

• Communicate with parents and staff regarding medical forms prior to the opening day of each session if not turned in by the due date 

• • Oversee form compliance of health forms, including required vaccinations, for campers, staff, and faculty 

• Coordinate with Summer Operations Director and Medical Team on supplies needed to fill the health center 

• Work with Director and/or Area Leader to identify prescription delivery services 

• • Maintain relationships with service 

• • Coordinate with Medical staff to ensure all medication is in camp 

• Schedule Medical Team shifts to ensure appropriate coverage and support 

• Support the needs of the Medical Team in scheduling doctor’s visits, routine or emergency 

• • Establish and maintain good relationships with local medical providers, including but not limited to pediatrics, orthodontics, ophthalmologists 

• • Coordinate any off-site medical visits, in collaboration with Summer Operations Director, driving for those appointments when necessary 

• In partnership with Camp Director, oversee COVID compliance in all areas of camp 

• Help the camp community to take responsibility for their health, and the health of others, in a way that inspires rather than frightens 

• Communicate with parents regarding any ongoing camper health concerns or health center stays, with support from medical staff 

• In collaboration with the Community Care Director, curate activities and programming geared towards mindfulness for campers and staff 

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities: 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff. 

• Attend Spring Leadership Retreat as scheduled 

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings 

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Medical Team as scheduled 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community. 

• Serve as On-Call Supervisor as assigned 

• Maintain strict confidentiality 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Responsibilities Start Date: May 2025 for health form review where applicable**
Westtown Arrival Date: varies by session commitment
Westtown Departure Date: varies by session commitment 
Supervised by: Health and Wellness Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for own needs. Comfort with and ability to learn new technology.  Prior experience working with elementary and middle school-age children in a formal or informal setting. Supervisory experience is preferred.  Must be a registered nurse or LPN licensed in the State of Pennsylvania or able to obtain PA license, be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once, and work as part of a team. Residential positions prioritized; open to local commuter positions. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must.  

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period); daily shift work and rotating overnight on-call 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Promote shmirat haGuf – the health of our bodies – as a key concept in camp 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

Medical Care 

Partner with the Camp Director, Assistant Camp Director, and Health and Wellness Director to oversee camper and staff health and wellness throughout the summer 

• Perform health checks on opening days and assist with any necessary treatment 

• Follow all health standard and local operating procedures, standing physician orders 

• Verify and dispense daily medications 

• Care for sick or injured campers daily, responding to emergencies and routine health care needs (triage, assessment, treatment) 

Administration 

• Coordinate with Summer Operations Director and Health and Wellness Director on supplies needed to fill the health center and maintain accurate inventory 

• Keep and maintain all health records in good order, updating them as needed. Keep a permanent log of evaluations in CampMinder immediately after treatments 

• Periodic transportation of campers to MD and ER as needed 

• Package and organize any trip meds (regular and PRN) and for closing day 

Communication 

• Communicate with campers’ parents about health concerns as requested by the Camp Director or Health and Wellness Director 

• Communicate with the Artistic Director, Residential Life Staff, and Community Care Director about medical issues impacting their campers as appropriate  

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community
• other responsibilities as needed

Responsibilities Start Date: April 2025
Arrival: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 5, 2025
Supervised by: Senior Assistant Director 
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.   

The Program Director oversees and coordinates summer camp programming including but not limited to, daily electives, Kinesthetic Arts (active movement), free choice options, and evening programs by bunk, unit or all of camp. Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025. 

What you can expect from us:  

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, or evening off per summer  

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes roughly at 9:30pm, unless you are sitting on the rotating evening watch or during opening/ closing nights (up to half your evenings off per session) 

• Additional 24 hrs off during an intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

  Responsibilities  

JEWISH  

• Support and guide faculty in their roles with Electives, Kinesthetic Arts, Shabbat Shalectives, and evening programs  

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate way 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Promote shmirat haNefesh – the health of our souls – as a key concept in camp, in partnership with the Community Care Director 

ARTS  

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth  

• Rotate through electives, kin arts and other camp activities daily to observe and support staff and campers   

• Cheer at showcase  

CAMP  

• Manage programming supplies (purchasing, inventory) 

• Write programs and coordinate all Evening Programs 

• Create a schedule for Kinarts (and manage staffing) 

• Oversee Chofesh – Chill time options and manage staff supervision  

• Support faculty and staff in elective creation and manage staff supervision 

• Organize camper elective preferences 

• Design and staff weekly Shabbat Sha-lectives 

• Actively participate and encourage others in evening programs and camp activities  

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community  

• Coordinate with Summer Operations Director on all programming needs including but not limited to:  

• • Supplies (ordering, purchasing, organizing) 

• • Set-up and break-down of programs and of logistics/programming office 

• • AV needs   

Leadership Team Responsibilities:  

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.  

• Attend Virtual Spring Leadership Orientation as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings   

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled   

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.   

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) as assigned 

• Maintain strict confidentiality.  

• Communicate with families as directed 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

 

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

The Head Songleader/ JLife Coordinator is instrumental in helping to establish camp culture, prayer experiences, and articulating Jewish Teachable Moments (JTM’s). Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for own needs. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility and work as part of a team. Graduate student or the equivalent, with training and experience in Jewish Education, ability to support a team, and a passion for Jewish education. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.  

What you can expect from us:   

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable   

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer   

• Additional time off during intersession   

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun   

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own   

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

  

• Collaborate with Director and Faculty Deans to craft worship experiences and provide primary or supplemental music during all Shabbat offerings  

• Collaborate with Faculty to update and coordinate slides for visual t’fillah and songsession lyrics  

• Work with the songleading team to craft song sessions  

• Assign songleaders as needed for ritual moments and song sessions  

• Fulfill all additional responsibilities of songleading team  

• Assign ritual participation where applicable for Erev Shabbat, Shabbat morning, Havdallah and MoMoments/Siyyum  

• Assign Shabbat prep activities to arts majors, distribute sign-up forms to campers, staff and faculty, and assign campers, staff, and faculty to activities  

• In partnership with the Artistic Director, support Arts Mentors in their Shabbat prep assignments  

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)    

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model    

• Ensure timely and complete set up of all ritual items  

• Supervise the CAA Summer Shlichut Program in partnership with Faculty Deans 

• • Assist with integration of Israel (and potentially other countries) into Arts Majors and Camp Programming  

• Collaborate with Unit Heads and Gesher Director on the integration of Judaic content into camp programming, included but not limited to implementation of the summer theme and core values   

• Collaborate with Artistic Director on the integration of Judaic content into all Arts programming, included but not limited to implementation of the summer theme and core value  

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities:   

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.  

• Attend Spring Leadership Retreat as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings  

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Medical Team as scheduled  

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.  

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) as assigned  

• Maintain strict confidentiality  

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Camp Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. College graduate or the equivalent, with training and experience in The Arts and curriculum development, ability to supervise and support a team, demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at one, and have a passion for Judaism and Arts education. An advanced degree is a plus. Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2024. 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, off per summer   

• Additional time off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Collaborate with the Director and Faculty on the integration of Judaic content into all Arts programming, included but not limited to implementation of the summer theme and core values 

• In partnership with the Director and Faculty, support Arts Mentors in their Shabbat prep assignments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

 

ARTS 

• Supervision and coaching of Arts Mentors 

• Oversee the creation of two independent two-week (8-course periods) curricula in each arts discipline with the Arts Mentors. The curricula must be focused on both process (skill-building) and product (performance) and able to be scaled for age-group and allotted time. 

• Track and approve supply inventories and requests for all arts programming; physical shopping as needed 

• Schedule visiting artists and provide virtual or on-site support and hospitality as allowed 

• Direct and produce 3 showcases, one at the end of each 12-day session 

• Produce Musical Theatre Intensive 

• Coordinate all technical aspects of Showcase and Musical Theatre Intensive with the Westtown Technical Theatre Liaison, including but not limited to 

• • Lighting and set design 

• • Paper tech, dress tech and final tech 

• Work with Summer Operations Director to obtain appropriate licensing for copyrighted material. 

• Secure an accompanist as needed. 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

CAMP 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Coordinate with Assistant Director on camper and staff daily schedules 

• Coordinate with Summer Operations Director on all programmatic needs including but not limited to: 

• • Supplies 

• • Set-up and break-down 

• • AV needs 

Leadership Team Responsibilities: 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff. 

• Attend Spring Leadership Retreat as scheduled 

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings 

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community. 

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) as assigned 

• Maintain strict confidentiality 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Majors Offered:

• Contemporary and Classical Theatre 
• Creative Writing 
• Dance 
• Instrumental Music Ensemble
• Musical Theatre
• Photography
• Songleading
• Technical Theatre 
• Visual Arts 
• Vocal Music Ensemble 
  

Curriculum and Planning Start Date: March 1, 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: June 14, 2025
Westtown Departure Date: August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Artistic Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

Calm under pressure with a proven track record of excellent organizational and communications skills; comfort in managing multiple projects with and for multiple stakeholders. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. College graduate or the equivalent, with training and experience in The Arts and Arts Education, curriculum development, ability to guide and encourage new generations of artists and a direct a team of staff and faculty. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. An advanced degree and/or experience working with different age ranges is a plus. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.  

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable  

• First Saturday of every session (12-day period) and day in between each session off. One day off per session, one hour off per day plus afternoon rest hour.  

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Support from Community Care team 

• Endless gratitude  

 

• Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Collaborate with the Artistic Director and Faculty on the integration of Judaic content into all Arts programming, included but not limited to implementation of the summer theme and core values 

• In partnership with the Artistic Director and Faculty, lead Shabbat prep in your discipline 

• Assist with arts-specific set up and breakdown for Shabbat evening 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

 

ARTS 

• With support from the Artistic Director, set curricular goals, create two independent 2-week (8-course periods) curricula in your discipline, and write lesson plans prior to each session. The curricula must be focused on both process (skill-building) and product (performance) and able to be scaled for age-group and allotted time.  

• Connect with camper families prior to summer via phone or email to introduce yourself, discuss their personal goals and goals of the program. Coordinate with Summer Operations Director and Artistic Director on all programmatic needs including but not limited to: 

• • Supply requests 

• • Maintain accurate inventory  

• • Set-up and break-down  

• • AV needs 

• Suggest visiting artists in your discipline for virtual or on-site master classes as allowed 

• Participate in all technical aspects of Showcase and/or Musical Theatre intensive with the Artistic Director and Westtown Technical Theatre Liaison, including but not limited to 

• • Lighting and set design  

• • Paper tech, dress tech and final tech 

• • Setup and cleanup 

• Work with Summer Operations Director and Artistic Director to obtain appropriate licensing for copyrighted material  

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community  

• Maintain strict confidentiality 

• Other responsibilities as needed  

Responsibilities Start Date: April 1, 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Assistant Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.   

Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, advocate for their own needs. Supervisory experience is preferred. Passion and advanced experience in marketing, advertising, photography and/or videography. Experience using a DSLR camera. Knowledge of editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Premiere, social media, and Canva. Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud and supervision of others is a plus.   Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.  

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks ,SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Endless gratitude  

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Facilitate live stream or Facebook Live during Friday evening services and engage with viewers via chat. 

• Collaborate with Unit Heads, arts mentors, and general staff for content creation and unit/all-camp media programs and needs 

• Ensure a media staff member is video recording every Friday night and captures a photo of each bunk 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

 

ARTS 

• Facilitate showcase livestream, independently or in partnership with 3rd party vendor, and engage with viewers via chat. 

• Assign media team to photograph and video majors, showcase, rehearsals and performances 

• Capture content that tells the story of the process of creating and refining camper work up until the final production. 

• Create end-of-session video for showcase 

• Create Director’s Chair video weekly 

• Create Staff slideshow for end of summer re-cap 

• Cheer at showcase 

• Create gallery video for showcase livestream 

• Collaborate with 6 Points Director of Development and Marketing Manager on: 

• • Showcase Playbills 

• • URJ photo requirements 

• • Year-round content 

• • Other projects as needed 

 

CAMP 

• Collaborate with Assistant Director on the creation of a summer communications calendar 

• Supervise media team and coordinate schedules to capture each camper and camp program every day through posed and candid shots, including but not limited to Majors, Electives, Kinesthetic Arts, Evening Programs, transitions, and impromptu moments 

• Oversee the editing and upload process of CampMinder / Campanion photos 

• Schedule appropriate and engaging social media content for daily posts on Facebook and Instagram and other social media that may arise 

• Create and send all summer communications to families and other stakeholders 

• Produce an opening day welcome video 

• Produce appropriate content to be used for year-round communications, including holiday messages and tours of campus 

• Ensure all content is organized in Adobe Lightroom and/or on external hard drives for easy access and use during school year 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities:  

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.  

• Attend Staff and Leadership zoom orientations 

• Attend Leadership Retreat as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings 

• Attend routine meetings with Assistant Director as scheduled  

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.  

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) and Rosh as assigned  

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

 

Responsibilities Start Date: June 16, 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: June 16, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Communications Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.   

Passion for photography and/or videography. Experience using a DSLR camera.  Knowledge of photo-editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop and/or knowledge of editing software, preferably Adobe Premiere. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs.  Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must.  

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes roughly at 10pm (dependent on editing and media responsibilities and deadlines)  

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun  

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Orchestrate content creation that can be used for Jewish and secular holiday posts throughout the year 

• Photograph or record ritual moments 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

ARTS 

• Capture content that tells the story of the process of creating and refining camper work up until the final production. 

• Photograph or record showcase rehearsals and performances 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Photo 

• • Photograph each camper, every day during Majors, Minors, Kinesthetic Arts, and camp-wide programs, as well as during unstructured time 

• • Edit and upload approximately 75 photos daily to our online platform, CampMinder 

• • Produce Showcase slideshows for the end of each session 

• • Edit and produce photos to use for future marketing and communications during off-season 

• • Coordinate with the Communications Coordinator on blog and social media posts throughout the summer. 

• Video 

• • Capture daily footage of campers in both scheduled activities and unstructured moments 

• • Edit and produce weekly videos summarizing the 6 Points Creative Arts Academy experience 

• • Edit and produce a short Opening Day re-cap video each session 

• • Edit and produce videos to use for future marketing and communications during off-season 

• • Coordinate with the Communications Director on blog and social media posts throughout the summer. 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Other duties as requested 

Responsibilities Start Date: June 16th, 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: June 16th, 2024
End and Westtown Departure Date: August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Communications Director/ Director Of Logistics
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.   

Passion for social media photography and/or videography. Knowledge of Canva, outlook, and Microsoft and google suite. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Excellent driving record. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.   

 

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes roughly at 10pm (dependent on editing and media responsibilities, office needs and deadlines)  

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun  

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

 

Responsibilities 

 

JEWISH 

• Orchestrate content creation and create graphics and Instagram reels that can be used for Jewish and secular holiday posts throughout the year 

• Photograph or record ritual moments for social media stories 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

ARTS 

• Capture content that tells the story of the process of creating and refining camper work up until the final production 

• Photograph or record showcase rehearsals and performances 

• Cheer at showcase 

 

CAMP 

• Serve as point of contact and assistance to camp visitors   

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of office  

• Manage CAA phones, daily incoming and outgoing mail/packages/Bunk Notes, photocopying, data entry, equipment, lost and found, parent emails 

• Post daily Instagram stories  

• Create and update signage and graphics around camp and camp programs 

• Timely completion of data entry projects  

• Maintain daily staff “newsletter” (HaYom)  

• Assist with event planning/research as needed  

• Assisting with the administration of camper birthday calls, camper package issues, etc. 

• Create intersession schedule and intersession phone call sign up and schedule  

• Manage arrival and departure communication and assist with scheduling 

• Assist Director of Communications with all Campminder emails 

• Organize all photos in our system throughout the summer  

• Attending all camp-wide programs and full staff meetings 

• Maintain up-to-date “No Photo/ Video list” and ensure not posted anywhere 

• Support Director of Logistics with inventory and management of supplies, including delivery of supplies to program areas, airport coordination, maintaining accurate list of furniture in dorm rooms each session, distributing and organizing laundry ties, and other tasks as needed  

• Drive camp car/van to run errands, camper needs, and staff off day as needed 

• Fulfilling any other responsibilities that may be assigned at the discretion of the Camp Director/ Assistant Director 

Units: 

• Bonim – Rising 4th – 6th gr
• Shoreshim – Rising 7th & 8th gr
• Olim – Rising 9th – 11th gr

Responsibilities Start Date: April 2025
Arrival: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 5, 2025
Supervised by: Senior Assistant Director 
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

Supervision experience and ability to work with college-aged individuals and adolescents is expected. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. A college senior or recent graduate with skills in time management, effective communication, and program development. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple projects at once, and work as part of a team. Experience in Jewish or secular overnight camp is a plus. Excellent driving record is a plus. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.    

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, or evening off per summer  

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes when your campers are asleep (varies by age group), unless you are sitting on the rotating evening watch or during opening/ closing nights (up to half your evenings off per session) 

• Additional 24 hrs off during an intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate way 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

 

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Rotate through arts majors and camp activities daily to observe and support staff and campers  

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

Supervision 

• Supervise college-aged counselors, coaching and supporting them as role models for campers. 

• In partnership with Assistant Director, create daily schedules for counselors, including Arts Major, electives, and kinesthetic art assignments, hours off, nightly shmira (on-duty) and days off.  

• Serve as a counselor when counselors are off 

• Meet with community care team daily 

• Communicate any changes and updates regarding operations and logistics to unit staff in timely manner. 

• Facilitate regular and organized staff meetings. 

• Coach counselors through interpersonal challenges and conflict resolution, escalate to Community Care Team as needed. 

• Create and role model positive culture for units. This could include cheers, dress-up days, and general campiness. 

• Support counselors in the design and decorating of dorm floors, working in partnership with Summer Operations Director to secure supplies.  

• Organize policies and protocols for dorm floor operations in partnership with bunk counselors 

• Offer input to Year-Round Team on co-counselor assignments 

Programming 

• In partnership with Assistant Director, write and facilitate age-appropriate evening programs for unit engagement.  

• Collaborate with other Unit Heads on all-camp evening programs, theme days, camper health, counselor feedback and support 

• Coordinate meaningful staff engagement opportunities that promote community bonding and wellness 

• Lead staff week opportunities as directed 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.  

• Attend Virtual Spring Leadership Orientation as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings   

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled   

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.   

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) as assigned 

• Maintain strict confidentiality.  

• Communicate with families as directed 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Responsibilities Start Date: June 2025, virtual Spring training possible
Westtown Arrival Date: Monday, June 16th 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4th, 2025
Supervised by: Unit Heads
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.   

Prior experience working with and a fondness for elementary, middle, or high school age children in a formal or informal setting necessary. Experience with children with special needs is a plus. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. High School graduate or the equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must.  High school graduate or the equivalent prior to camp session start date.  

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market Travel stipend, where applicable  

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, off per summer  

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes when your campers are asleep (varies by age group), unless you are sitting on the rotating evening watch or during opening/ closing nights (up to half your evenings off per session) 

• Additional 24 hrs off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)  

• Incorporate core values and summer theme into bunk rituals and group moments in meaningful and appropriate ways  

• Support campers on their Jewish journeys, answering questions when appropriate and providing resources when necessary  

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model  

 

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth  

• Assist and, when asked, facilitate workshops, warm-ups, and activities in Arts Majors, under the guidance and support of the Arts Mentor.  

• Craft and lead or support an arts elective for campers. Past offerings have included: Musical Theatre Choreography, Hip Hop, Poetry, Sewing, and Art as Advocacy 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Direct day-to-day and night-to night support for each camper in their daily routine which includes supporting proper hygiene, monitoring appetite, supporting mental and physical health needs, helping them to feel a part of the community in their own way, forming interpersonal connections with peers, and assisting participants in navigating personal goals, struggles, and triumphs with the goal of investing campers in programming 

• With creative guidance and support from Unit Head, craft, and implement the day-to-day bunk routine, including boker tov and lilah tov (morning and night) rituals, menucha (rest hour), mealtime, activity transitions, and nikayon (clean-up) with co-counselor(s) 

• Facilitate transitions between activities, ensuring that all campers get to their correct destination, including counting campers between program blocks and walking campers to designated locations. 

• Display leadership for campers and ability to adapt to schedule changes. 

• Lead or co-lead a kinesthetic art (non-competitive sport activity) during assigned unit’s time. 

• Collaborate each evening with co-counselor(s) to complete daily logs designed to document mental, physical, emotional, and overall status of campers and yourself, taking notes for your own reference as needed throughout the day; turn digital logs in to the Residential Life team  

• Engage with campers during meals, on-dorm, and all-camp or unit activities. Be mindfully and conversationally present 

• Serve on-duty on a revolving basis after bunks-in on assigned dorm floor  

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities.  

• Sit with campers during meals and all-camp or unit activities, and be mindfully and conversationally present 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Other duties as requested. May include, but not limited to staffing intersession, assisting with load in and/or load out, accompanying a camper to an off-campus medical visit, and airport runs on opening/closing days 

Responsibilities Start Date: March 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks.  

Master‘s in Social Work, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, or advanced degree in a closely related field is required. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for own needs. Must have a proven track-record of organizational skills, excellent customer service via phone, email and written correspondence, demonstrate flexibility, work as part of a team, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.  Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2024. 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per summer 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)   

• Promote Shmirat HaGuf – the health and wellness of our souls – as a key concept in camp, in partnership with the Jewish Life Director  

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model   

 

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

 

CAMP 

• Supervise and coach Community Care Assistants and Managers; serve as overarching support for camper and staff behavioral and emotional needs 

• Assist with the pre-camp screening and placement/bunking of campers prior to arrival on camp 

• • When permitted, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals 

• Provide emotional support and behavioral intervention for the camp community, supporting and intervening directly when necessary 

• In coordination with the Assistant Camp Director and the Community Care team review daily camper and staff logs for next steps 

• In collaboration with the Health and Wellness Director, curate activities and programming geared towards mindfulness for campers and staff 

• Facilitate training and share best practices with staff and faculty to support MESSH needs 

• Communicate camper successes and challenges to parents/guardians 

• • When permitted, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals 

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with campers, parents/guardians, and staff in CampMinder database 

• Partner with Community Care team on the scheduling of camper therapy appointments 

• Actively participate in Foundation for Jewish Camp’s (FJC) Yedid Nefesh program included but not limited to: 

• • Attend FJC trainings, workshops, and webinars 

• • Participate in Community of Practice programming 

• • Collaborate with Assistant Director on weekly reports submitted throughout the summer about mental health-related situations happening in camp. 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff. 

• Attend Leadership Retreat as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings  

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled  

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.  

• Maintain strict confidentiality. 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

• Attend Leadership Zoom Orientation in spring as needed 

Responsibilities Start Date: Spring 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: June 14, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Community Care Director
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

Must have graduated from college (or equivalent); preferred in social work, mental health counseling, special education or related field. Professionals working on advanced degree in related field a plus. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. 

Knowledge of childhood ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Clinical Depression preferred. Prior experience working with and/or fondness for elementary and middle school-age children in a formal or informal setting. Must have a proven track-record of organizational skills, excellent customer service via phone, email and written correspondence, demonstrated flexibility, work as part of a team, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfort with Office Suite or ability to learn new technology.  Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.   

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Timely professional supervision and support
• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional evening or morning off per session 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks and SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Promote Shmirat Hanefesh and Tikkun HaGuf – the health and wellness of our souls and bodies – as a key concept in camp, in partnership with the Community Care Director, Health and Wellness Director and Jewish Life Director   

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect in ritual moments 

• Incorporate the Creative Arts Academy core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

 

ARTS 

• Keep Programming staff, Arts Mentors, and Faculty (where appropriate) apprised of situations which may impact the participation of campers or staff in daily routine 

• Circulate in the camp community during daily programming 

• Support campers in their art interests and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

 

CAMP 

• Guide and support campers and staff in moments of crisis, severe homesickness, and mental, emotional, or social challenges.  

• Aid participants and staff through mindfulness and therapeutic techniques, with the goal of re-engaging in activities. 

• Coach counselors, with instruction from the Community Care Director, on navigating camper challenges and support campers through difficulties (i.e. moments of sadness, mental health concerns, camper-camper/camper-staff conflict) beyond the expertise of counselors  

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with campers and staff 

• Hold counselors accountable for daily camper logs, review with Community Care Director, and take corrective action where necessary 

• Make, return, and document parent/guardian communications regarding camper challenges and successes with prior approval from the Community Care Director 

• • When asked, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals 

• Assume primary responsibility for setting up, maintaining accurate calendar of and ensuring technology is available for camper virtual therapy and lessons 

• Provide out of room monitoring while campers are in virtual therapy and/or lessons 

• Share staff and camper successes and challenges with Community Care Director and Assistant Director, referring participants to those partners where necessary 

• Provide support as needed on counselor days/evenings off 

• Accompany ill or injured campers off-site for medical attention as needed 

• Monitor and maintain the supplies in Chill Bins, notifying the Community Care Director when supplies are needed 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Assist with the set up and dismantling of the Community Care office 

• Other duties as requested 

Responsibilities Start Date: Spring 2025
Westtown Arrival Date: June 14, 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4, 2025
Supervised by: Community Care Director
Supervises: Kesher Staff in partnership with Department heads

Minimum Qualifications:  

Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

• Must have graduated from college (or equivalent); preferred in social work, mental health counseling, special education, or related field.  

• Professionals working on advanced degree in related field a plus.  

• Knowledge of childhood ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or Clinical Depression preferred.  

• Prior experience working with and/or fondness for elementary and middle school-age children in a formal or informal setting.  

• Must have a proven track-record of organizational skills, excellent customer service via phone, email, and written correspondence, demonstrate flexibility, work as part of a team, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfort with Office Suite or ability to learn new technology. 

• Excellent driving record.  

• Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must.  

• 23 years of age by June 1, 2025.   

 

What you can expect from us: 

• Timely professional supervision and support 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market Travel stipend, where applicable  

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, or evening off per session  

• Average workday begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes when campers are asleep (varies by age group) 

• Additional time off during intersession 

• Snacks and SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Promote Shmirat Hanefesh and Tikkun HaGuf – the health and wellness of our souls and bodies – as a key concept in camp, in partnership with the Community Care Director, Health and Wellness Director and Jewish Life Director   

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected) 

• Incorporate the Creative Arts Academy core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

 

ARTS 

• Keep Programming staff, Arts Mentors, and Faculty (where appropriate) apprised of situations which may impact the participation of campers or staff in daily routine 

• Circulate in the camp community during daily programming 

• Support campers in their art interests and artistic growth 

• Cheer at showcase 

 

KESHER 

• Meet with all Kesher (adults with special needs on staff) participants and families prior to camp to introduce yourself and set goals together 

• Create Kesher participants’ daily schedules 

• Train Kesher participants during staff week, supplementing the programming we do as a full staff as needed 

• Observe and document evaluations for Kesher participants 

• Review Kesher participants’ successes and areas of need with their families 

• Ensure Kesher staff are integrated and included in full staff culture 

• Plan Kesher staff day off activity 

 

CAMP 

• Create an environment where inclusiveness and acceptance are part of the fabric of camp and camp culture, supporting campers with their needs and empowering staff by providing tools for them to best support them. 

• Guide and support campers and staff in moments of struggle 

• Design modifications to programs and activities to accommodate children with support needs. 

• Aid participants and staff through making reasonable accommodations with the goal of re-engaging in activities. 

• Coach counselors, Art Mentors, and all staff on navigating camper challenges related to various diagnosis by giving instruction on utilizing compensation skills.  

• Consult with parents, teachers and other professionals as requested by the Community Care Director to develop strategies to help each individual camper succeed during the summer. 

• Provide an elevated level of customer service when maintaining parent contact during the summer, responding to messages and calls in a quick and timely manner, and treating every family and camper with dignity, respect, and kindness. 

• Assist with housing assignments in May in partnership with the Community Care Director and Senior Assistant Camp Director. 

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions with campers and staff 

• Review camper logs with Community Care Director and create action plans when necessary.  

• Own and be responsible for the implementation of any action plans 

• Make, return, and document parent/guardian communications regarding camper challenges and successes with prior approval from the Community Care Director 

• • When asked, communicate directly with campers’ mental health professionals 

• Assume primary responsibility for setting up, maintaining accurate calendar of and ensuring technology is available for camper virtual therapy and lessons 

• Partner with the Community Care Director and full-time camp staff in providing training for staff best practices, especially as it relates to inclusion and child development. 

• Share staff and camper successes and challenges with Community Care Director and Assistant Director, referring participants to those partners where necessary 

• Provide support as needed on staff days/evenings off 

• Accompany ill or injured campers off-site for medical attention as needed 

• Review Chill Bin contents to ensure supplies are available and appropriate for all community needs 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Assist with the set up and dismantling of the Community Care office 

• Work in partnership with all staff members to help each camper create camper connections and friendships and become acclimated to life at camp. 

• Other duties as requested 

Responsibilities Start Date: April 2025
Arrival: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 5, 2025
Supervised by: Senior Assistant Director 
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks..  

Seeking a college graduate or the equivalent, with training and experience in secondary education and/or significant prior experience working with and fondness for high school age children in a formal or informal Jewish educational setting. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs. Deep knowledge of staff supervision and training experience is preferred. Must have a history of successful leadership development and curriculum writing, be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team.  Excellent driving record. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 21 years of age by June 1, 2025.    

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market, Travel stipend, where applicable 

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, or evening off per summer  

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes when your campers are asleep (varies by age group), unless you are sitting on the rotating evening watch or during opening/ closing nights (up to half your evenings off per session) 

• Additional 24 hrs off during an intersession 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH 

• Incorporate Jewish values and traditions in to Gesher curriculum 

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)    

• Incorporate core values and summer theme in meaningful and appropriate ways 

• Inspire Taste of Campers’ and Rookie Day Campers’ love of Judaism and encourage connection to the community 

ARTS 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Partner with Artistic Director and Arts Mentors to design Taste of Camp daily schedule and Rookie Day schedule 

• Cheer at showcase 

CAMP 

• Develop and implement a staff-in-training curriculum designed to teach participants skills necessary to succeed as a summer camp staff member and post-high school. In partnership with Camp Directors, create and execute leadership training, including exposure to ResLife, Programming, and Logistics teams’ responsibilities, and Gesher Time, a structured curriculum of training on various aspects of camp and life skills 

• Have meaningful day-to-day interaction with each participant and facilitate meaningful interactions between them. 

• Support smooth transitions between Gesher cohorts by session. 

• Responsible for communicating information and setting expectations for the group. This person must see that every participant is engaging socially in a manner that is appropriate to them, becomes acclimated to life at camp, grows towards their potential and is a healthy, appropriate part of the total camp community. 

• Supervise the Gesher counselor(s), who will support the programmatic and MESSH needs for Gesher participants. 

• Create and role model positive culture for units. This could include cheers, dress-up days, and general campiness. 

• Share participant successes and challenges with parents/guardians, Community Care Team and Assistant Director, referring participants to those partners when necessary 

• Work with the Gesher counselor to complete nightly unit logs designed to document mental, physical, emotional, and overall status of campers, submit them to the Resident Advisor before leaving the dorm floor each night 

• Circulate in the camp community during daily programming  

• Assist in expectation setting and provide regular evaluations and feedback to Gesher participants, both formally and informally 

• Effectively set and communicate expectations of the Gesher participants for the camp community 

• Support taste of camp campers and staff throughout their time at CAA 

• Organize policies and protocols for dorm floor operations in partnership with bunk counselors 

• Offer input to Year-Round Team on co-counselor assignments 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

 

Programming 

• In partnership with Assistant Director, write and facilitate age-appropriate evening programs for unit engagement.  

• Collaborate with other Unit Heads on all-camp evening programs, theme days, camper health, counselor feedback and support 

• Coordinate meaningful staff engagement opportunities that promote community bonding and wellness 

• Lead staff week opportunities as directed 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

 

Leadership Team Responsibilities 

• Abide by and enforce safety and security protocols and policies with all participants and staff.  

• Attend Virtual Spring Leadership Orientation as scheduled  

• Attend daily Leadership Team meetings   

• Attend routine meetings with Camp Director and Assistant Director as scheduled   

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community.   

• Serve as Senior Shmira (nightly on-duty leadership coverage) as assigned 

• Maintain strict confidentiality.  

• Communicate with families as directed 

• Other responsibilities as needed 

Responsibilities Start Date: May, 2025, virtual Spring training
Westtown Arrival Date: Monday, June 16th 2025
End and Westtown Departure Date: Monday, August 4th, 2025
Supervised by: Unit Heads
Minimum Qualifications: Hiring subject to applicable URJ and Pennsylvania State background checks. 

Prior experience working with and fondness for high school age children in a formal or informal setting necessary. Experience with children with special needs is a plus. Able to actively look after ones’ own physical and mental health, and advocate for their own needs.  Must have completed 2 or more years of an undergraduate program or be the age equivalent. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility, manage multiple responsibilities at once and work as part of a team. Love and/or respect for The Arts and a diverse community is a must. 

What you can expect from us: 

• Room and board, Competitive Pay in summer camp market Travel stipend, where applicable  

• One day off per session (12-day period), one hour off per day, one additional morning, afternoon, off per summer  

• Average work day begins at roughly 7:30am and concludes when your campers are asleep (varies by age group), unless you are sitting on the rotating evening watch or during opening/ closing nights (up to half your evenings off per session) 

• Additional 24 hrs off during intersession 

• 21st century skill development and resume building 

• Snacks, SWAG, and lots of fun 

• The opportunity to positively impact children’s lives and your own 

• Deep gratitude and appreciation 

 

Responsibilities 

JEWISH  

• Actively participate and demonstrate respect for ritual moments in conjunction with URJ practices, including Israel (your personal beliefs are also respected)  

• Incorporate core values and summer theme into bunk rituals and group moments in meaningful and appropriate ways  

• Support campers on their Jewish journeys, answering questions when appropriate and providing resources when necessary  

• Serve as a positive (Jewish) role model 

 

ARTS 

• Opportunities to lead group discussions and activities during Gesher time and evening programs 

• Support Gesher curriculum and infuse with artistic practices when possible 

• Assist and, when asked, facilitate workshops, warm-ups, and activities in Arts Majors, under the guidance and support of the Arts Mentor. 

• Support campers in their skills training and artistic growth 

• Craft and lead or support an arts elective for campers. Past offerings have included: Musical Theatre Choreography, Hip Hop, Poetry, Sewing, and Art as Advocacy 

• Cheer at showcase 

 

CAMP 

• Direct day-to-day and night-to night support for each camper in their daily routine which includes supporting proper hygiene, monitoring appetite, supporting mental and physical health needs, helping them to feel a part of the community in their own way, forming interpersonal connections with peers, and assisting participants in navigating personal goals, struggles, and triumphs with the goal of investing campers in programming  

• Support Gesher participants in their daily routine, helping them to feel a part of the community in their own way, forming interpersonal connections with peers, and assisting participants in navigating personal goals, struggles, and triumphs with the goal of investing campers in programming 

• Work in partnership with Gesher Director to support campers, including the completion of nightly cabin logs designed to document mental, physical, emotional, and overall status of campers and yourself 

• Facilitate transitions between activities, ensuring that all campers get to their correct destination, including counting campers between program blocks and walking campers to designated locations. 

• Sit with campers during meals and all-camp or unit activities, and be mindfully and conversationally present 

• Collaborate each evening with co-counselor(s)/Unit Head to complete daily logs designed to document mental, physical, emotional, and overall status of campers and yourself, taking notes for your own reference as needed throughout the day; turn digital logs in to the Residential Life team  

• Engage with campers during meals, on-dorm, and all-camp or unit activities. Be mindfully and conversationally present  

• On-duty on a revolving basis after bunks-in on assigned dorm floor 

• With creative guidance from the Leadership Team, craft and implement appropriate programs, curriculum, and theme days for Gesher 

• Actively participate and encourage others in camp activities 

• Contribute to the overall positive morale of the camp community 

• Maintain strict confidentiality of staff, camper, and family information 

• Other duties as requested. May include, but not limited to staffing intersession, assisting with load in and/or load out, accompanying a camper to an off-campus medical visit, and airport runs on opening/closing days 

Rest and reflection are critical to the emotional and physical health and wellbeing of our staff. Specific dates and prior commitments for which staff need time off should be communicated with Camp Director and Assistant Director in the staff application and interview process if possible. Understanding that camp is a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, to the extent possible:

Arts Mentors

Off from wake-up through curfew on the first Saturday of each session, and for a period of time during intersession unless they choose to staff this time period. Arts Mentors are off some evenings apart from weekly Shabbat Prep and Shabbat (Thursday and Friday), Major night, and Showcase (2nd Saturdays). Arts Mentors are welcome and encourage to attend Evening Programs if interested or specially requested. Arts Mentors are welcome and encourage to attend Evening Programs if interested or specially requested.

Counselors, Operations, and Media Team

Off from wake-up through curfew one day each session, one evening or morning to be taken during week 2, 3, 4, or 5, and intersession unless requested and/or interested in staffing. These staff positions will also be assigned at least one hour off daily.  These will be scheduled by the appropriate supervisor.

Nurses

Off when not on shift or on-call on rotation.  Off from wake-up through curfew one day each session.  Nurses are welcome and encouraged to participate in camp activities when not specifically on duty the Health Center.

Leadership

Off from wake-up through curfew one day each session, one evening or morning to be taken during week 2, 3, 4, or 5, and intersession unless requested and/or interested in staffing. These staff positions will also have at least one hour off daily. Leadership time off will be discussed as a team to ensure appropriate coverage of camp, with final approval from the Camp Director.

Any staff member that is accepted to work intersession will receive alternative time off.

COVID restrictions may necessitate creative thinking around time-off. We are committed to on-going brainstorming regarding the personal time of staff. It is our belief that, given all participants and staff of our program will be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, we will be able to return to a more typical time off policy for our staff that includes time off of our camp properties, where staff will have autonomy over their own time.