Summer Camp Assistant Site Director - NJ

Who We Are

At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life-changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.

Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient, compassionate, and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all-inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Adventure Camps.

As the Assistant Site Director – NJ, you’ll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations, camper well‑being, and excellent communication at our smaller, tight‑knit New Jersey site. You’ll oversee daily logistics, support staff and campers, and serve as the primary point of contact for camper health, parent communication, and site organization. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the Site Director to ensure camp operations run safely, smoothly, and on schedule each day; take ownership of establishing procedures and readiness standards that support an efficient and compliant Health Center.
• Coordinating camper health needs by organizing health forms, administering medications in accordance with camper health plans, documenting medication logs in compliance with HIPAA guidelines and confidentiality, and providing first aid and emergency care for injuries or illnesses.
• Communicating with parents regarding camper health updates, incidents, or general inquiries in a clear, timely, and supportive manner.
• Greeting families at check‑in/check‑out with professionalism and warmth; answering parent phone calls, documenting conversations in writing, and sending clear, professional follow‑up emails.
• Managing supplies and ensuring all program, safety, and first aid materials are stocked and ready for daily use.
• Supporting the team with logistics, camper transitions, sun safety, emergency procedures, and proactive behavior management strategies.
• Maintaining and distributing accurate rosters, daily reports, and printables from Camp Brain and the portal to support planning, compliance, and visibility.
• Modeling calm, professional leadership and fostering DEAN’s culture of kindness, inclusion, and accountability among both staff and campers.

• Organized & Reliable – You’re detail‑oriented, proactive, and thrive on creating order in dynamic environments.
• Health & Safety Focused – You bring strong judgment, responsibility, and care when managing medications, first aid, and camper well‑being.
• Excellent Communicator – You build trust through clear, compassionate communication with staff, families, and leadership.
• Flexible & Resourceful – You smoothly transition between administrative tasks, camper support, and hands‑on camp needs.
• Calm Under Pressure – You stay grounded and solution‑focused, helping your team navigate busy camp days with confidence.
• Team‑Oriented Leader – You foster collaboration and positivity, ensuring every camper and counselor feels valued and supported.
• Friendly & Approachable – You are approachable and create a welcoming environment for all participants.
• Experience working with children aged 3‑16 years.
• Tech‑savvy – Comfortable using tools like Google Workspace and Slack.

• This is a full‑time, on‑site seasonal role from July 6th – August 14th.
• Camp operates 7am–6pm.
• Ability to commute to 2500 Main St, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be up‑to‑date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active, outdoor environment.
• Must have valid First Aid & CPR certification.

• Pay range: $950–1,050/week.
• FLSA Status:
  This is a seasonal full‑time, non‑exempt position under the FLSA.
• Paid training:
  Pre‑Summer remote training on leadership, operations,…