Outdoor Education Specialist

Overview

Camp Daisy and Harry Stein, owned and operated by Congregation Beth Israel in Scottsdale, is a unique and exciting place. A Jewish overnight summer camp nestled in the majestic Bradshaw Forest of Prescott, Arizona, it is a place where campers discover more about themselves, their abilities, & their Judaism. A summer of fun, a lifetime of memories!

We are seeking and enthusiastic individual to oversee and run our Outdoor Education program called “Teva”. This includes planning and implementation of all outdoor education activities for all age groups during cabin hours, and elective periods.

Skill Set

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent and energetic, demonstrating a love of working with young people
• Displays a high level of personal and professional responsibility
• A caring, responsible and supportive individual
• Self-Starter and team player

Responsible to:

• Camp Director
• Assistant Camp Director
• Activities Director
• Unit Head

Position Responsibilities

• Planning and implementation of the Outdoor Education program for all age groups during cabin activities and elective periods 
• Orientation and education of Staff and Campers to Outdoor Education area equipment, procedures, rules and availability
• Communication with Health Center regarding campers with special physical needs or problems, with regards to your area and observance of those needs
• Preparation and maintenance of Outdoor Education areas – Physically and programmatically. Make sure that the elements and supply storage areas are kept clean and organized and that all supplies are accounted for.
• Maintain record of camper’s progress.
• Allow the campers the opportunity to develop new skills and talents
• The requisitioning of needed supplies and equipment, as well as maintenance and inventory of all equipment and supplies
• When done implementing outdoor education programming and maintaining area, should be with assigned cabin
• Evaluate in writing, the Outdoor Education Program, Camp Program, Staff and Procedures.
• Abide by and enforce all camp policies
• Walk shmira (OD), supervise cabins at night as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Entering College Freshman or 18 years of age
• Experience significant for camping and outdoor education
• Previous experience in specialty area, comparable to conditions present at Camp Stein.
• The ability to live in a cabin, oversee campers and work with co-counselors.
• The ability to handle stressful situations
• Ability to have open communication with director supervisors about issues that may arise with campers and/or outdoor education program.