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Joshua Horwich

Joshua Horwich

Highland Park,IL

Summary

Resourceful Camp Counselor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in program development, behavior management, and emergency response, ensuring engaging and safe environments for camp participants. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability, fostering positive relationships with campers and staff alike. Committed to creating memorable and educational experiences through innovative approaches and team collaboration.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor and Songleader

Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute
Oconomowoc, WI
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supervised bunks of 7-12 campers, between the ages of 6 and 13, throughout the summer.
  • Assisted campers with everything, from teaching basic hygiene to conflict resolution.
  • Served as a unit song leader for the youngest unit, where I led anywhere from 60-113 campers in prayer and song 3-4 times each day.
  • Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
  • Served as Color Leader, where I was responsible for overseeing a quarter of the campers and staff for an entire day.
  • Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.

Teen Programming Leader

BBYO Great Midwest Region
Chicago, IL
09.2021 - 06.2024
  • Oversee programming for the Great Midwest Region, which includes 860+ members.
  • Plan and help to lead 2 large-scale, weekend-long conventions focused on Jewish teen leadership.
  • Founded a new AZA BBYO Youth Group chapter and grew it from 2 to 80 members.
  • Plan service, educational, and social programs, and recruit teens to participate in the community.
  • Oversee chapter board, communicate with members and prospects, plan and facilitate programs, and conduct outreach with other chapters and parents to ensure a smooth experience.
  • Served on IC Kabbalat Shabbat Admin (Dallas) overseeing team of 28 people planning Shabbat
    service for convention of 3500 teens from around the world; also planned hallway experiences,
    coordinated between songleaders and convention speakers, and was on mainstage during convention.
  • Attended Chapter Leadership Training Conference Camp (Pennsylvania) a 2 week program focused
    on improving leadership skills to grow my local chapter and making connections within BBYO
    nationally and internationally.

Youth Sports Coach

Park District of Highland Park
Highland Park, IL
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Organized team practices and monitored player progress during games.
  • Instructed youth athletes on proper techniques for batting, fielding, throwing and pitching.
  • Provided feedback and encouragement to motivate young players.
  • Established rules, regulations and expectations for behavior during practices and games.
  • Evaluated players' skills, strengths, weaknesses, attitude, work ethic, and effort level.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about our ever-changing schedule, as well as some highlights from their child's growth over the course of the season.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Political Communication

The George Washington University
Washington, DC
05-2028

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School
Highland Park, IL
05-2024

Skills

  • Activity Planning
  • Child Supervision
  • Parental Communication
  • Creative and Energetic
  • Relationship Building
  • Positive Engagement
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Group leadership

Accomplishments

  • JUF 18 Under 18 (2023) - One of 18 students in the Chicagoland Area recognized for outstanding leadership in the Jewish community. Honored for contributions to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and Holocaust advocacy and education.

Timeline

Counselor and Songleader

Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute
06.2024 - 08.2024

Teen Programming Leader

BBYO Great Midwest Region
09.2021 - 06.2024

Youth Sports Coach

Park District of Highland Park
01.2021 - 06.2024

Some College (No Degree) - Political Communication

The George Washington University

High School Diploma -

Highland Park High School

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