Summer Camp Unit Head

Location:

Summer Camp Unit Head – J Los Angeles, 5870 West Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Classified as Temporary, Seasonal, Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly).
Benefits: Not benefit-eligible.

Camp Dates:
Summer 2026 session:
June 7, 2026 - August 14, 2026.

Summer

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m. Additional hours may be scheduled as needed for training, meetings, or special events and will be compensated in accordance with applicable wage‑and‑hour laws.

Compensation: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour, based on qualifications and experience. This position is classified as non‑exempt and eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and California law.

JCamp at J Los Angeles provides camper-centered, joyful summer experiences for children ages 4‑12. Through specialty tracks, enrichment activities, and community‑building programming, JCamp fosters creativity, confidence, connection, and a vibrant, inclusive Jewish community. The Summer 2026 program emphasizes hands‑on learning, positive youth development, safety, and high‑quality staff leadership.

The Summer Camp Unit Head is a key seasonal leadership role responsible for supervising a designated age‑unit of campers and counselors. Reporting to the Camp Director and Camp Manager, the Unit Head ensures a safe, engaging, inclusive, and well‑organized camp experience each day. This position blends staff supervision, camper support, program coordination, behavioral guidance, and family communication. Unit Heads help maintain consistency in transitions, expectations, and safety practices, and act as role models for positive youth development and professional camp culture.

• Coordinate daily schedules, transitions, and activity flow for assigned camper unit.
• Ensure smooth implementation of programming created by leadership and specialists.
• Serve as an on‑ground point of contact for unit‑related operational needs.
• Support camp‑wide events and special programs as assigned.
• Uphold organizational policies, age‑group best practices, and safety expectations.

• Supervise, mentor, and support counselors assigned to the unit.
• Provide real‑time coaching, guidance, and feedback to staff.
• Model effective behavior management, child engagement, and teamwork.
• Support daily staff scheduling, coverage, and breaks within the unit.
• Contribute to building a positive, inclusive, and professional camp culture.

• Promote camper engagement, belonging, and positive peer interactions.
• Support counselors in addressing behavioral or social‑emotional challenges.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with families as directed by leadership.
• Assist with resolving camper or parent concerns, escalating to leadership as needed.

• Ensure adherence to supervision ratios and safety protocols.
• Support implementation of emergency procedures and daily risk management practices.
• Help document incidents and report concerns in accordance with policy.
• Champion proactive safety and injury‑prevention strategies.

• Assist with daily attendance tracking and unit documentation.
• Communicate schedule updates and logistical needs to leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the success of JCamp.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience working with children in a camp, school, or youth program.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support staff in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated skills in behavior management and positive youth development.
• Flexible, proactive, and…