Summer Camp Lead

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Summer Camp Lead (Seasonal) — June 22nd - August 21st

Hope’s Promise Respite is seeking a Summer Camp Lead to guide our weekday-only summer program with structure, joy, and a strong behavioral‑health lens. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in youth settings, brings calm leadership to busy days, and understands how to support campers with diverse needs—including those receiving behavioral health or respite services.

You’ll lead daily programming, support staff, and ensure every camper feels safe, included, and celebrated.

• Lead daily camp operations, transitions, and activity flow
• Support, coach, and guide camp staff to deliver engaging, inclusive programming on site and in the community
• Create a warm, structured environment that supports campers with varying behavioral, sensory, and social needs
• Model trauma‑informed, strengths‑based communication
• Ensure safety protocols, documentation, and schedules are followed
• Communicate with families and team members with professionalism and empathy
• Collaborate with leadership to adjust plans, solve problems, and maintain a positive camp culture
• Transport campers to and from activity locations

• Experience leading youth programs, camps, classrooms, or group activities
• Background in behavioral health, respite care, ABA, special education, or related fields (preferred but not required)
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and solution‑focused in dynamic environments
• Strong communication and team‑support skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine love for working with kids
• Reliability and professionalism—others can count on you
• Ability to model positive behavior support strategies
• Valid driver's license

• Mission‑driven, supportive team culture
• Weekday‑only schedule (no nights or weekends)
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on families and youth
• Training and onboarding provided
• A joyful, collaborative environment where your leadership matters

• Season:
  June 22, 2026 – August 21, 2026
• Schedule:
  
  Weekdays only
• Training:
  Provided prior to camp start
• Location:
  
  2 positions available in Atco and Mount Laurel

Focused on skill‑building, socialization and independence for people of all ages living with disabilities, our passionate, close‑knit team is dedicated to delivering creative solutions and building strong connections with the youth, adults, families and communities we serve. As a small but ambitious company, we value fresh ideas, open communication, and a can‑do attitude. Every team member plays a vital role in our success, and we celebrate wins—big and small—together.

If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters and your creativity can shine, you’ll feel right at home here.

Hopes Promise Respite is an Equal Opportunity Employer.