DESCRIPTION

imadi is seeking a part-time Camp Director to lead our organization’s summer program. The ideal candidate will have overnight camp experience in a senior leadership role and be responsible for taking our existing summer camp pilot program and elevating it to new heights, creating a truly special experience for our campers and a sustainable program for our organization for years to come.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

imadi (pronounced “ee-mah-dee”, from the Hebrew word for “with me”) is an organization based in Maryland that supports more than 100 families with children facing life-threatening illnesses and lifelong medical conditions. Our mission is to create an empowered network of support for families facing a complex pediatric health diagnosis.

THE POSITION

imadi is seeking a creative, self-motivated, and passionate professional for this position, someone who loves the Jewish overnight camp experience and appreciates the opportunity of using it as a platform to encourage personal growth and connection for our campers and staff. The position requires gaining a nuanced understanding of the current pilot program, and the ideal candidate will be someone who can develop a vision and strategic plan that is aligned with the organization’s mission and core values. You need to be a gamechanger, rule-breaker, and someone who is prepared to create a revolution in the Jewish camping world. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Develop short and long-term strategic goals for the growth and development of summer camp, in coordination with the Executive Director
• Plan, coordinate, oversee, implement, and evaluate all aspects of summer camp service. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment of campers and staff, program development (including educational components), sales and marketing, manage food service personnel, medical personnel, facility, and maintenance.
• Oversee, coordinate staff training (pre-camp and in-camp)
• Hire, mentor/supervise, and, as necessary, terminate summer camp staff 
• Oversee all special needs of campers and summer staff, including transportation, medical, mental health, social, and spiritual.
• Ensure procurement of all required supplies for all aspects of summer camp.
• Manage volunteer activities during summer sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Overnight camp experience in a senior leadership role 
• 4+ years of experience directing camps in day or overnight setting and/or youth programs.
• Knowledge of program development and educational methodologies, with specific understanding of camp programming.
• Knowledge and commitment to Jewish traditions and customs

CONTACT:

TZVI HABER

EXCEUTIVE DIRECTOR

[email protected]