Summer Camp Counselor
Summer Camp Counselor
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Job Description
The JCC Rainbow Day Camp is currently hiring energetic passionate and hardworking individuals as Summer Camp Counselors. A Camp Counselor is responsible for leading and supervising a group of children throughout the day. Additionally counselors must implement programs and activities based on provided schedule. They will also be responsible for the general safety and wellbeing of the campers in their group.
The Albert and Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp is an inclusive summer camp guided by Jewish values for children and teens that fosters personal development friendship and community. Led by an experienced and nurturing staff on over 100 picturesque acres campers safely play and learn through a variety of enriching activities and innovative programs.
Position Summary
A Camp Counselor is responsible for leading and supervising a group of children throughout the day. Additionally counselors must implement programs and activities based on provided schedule. They will also be responsible for the general safety and wellbeing of the campers in their group.In summer 2025 our Camp Counselors will work Monday June 9rd to Friday August 15th. Additional training dates will be provided as the summer approaches.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Organize and lead a variety of small and large group activities each day. Activities may include crafts nature songs games swimming archery boating etc.
- Be aware and effectively address the group and social dynamics of campers.
- Ensure that the site is kept clean organized and free of litter.
- Communicate with camp director about participants experiences (positive and negative).
- Ability to contribute to the Rainbow Day Camp team through spirit enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
- Develop an appropriate counselor/camper relationship with every camper.
- Be a quality role model for children.
- Be able to encourage support and set limits for children.
- Know and understand ALL emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Know enforce and follow all safety guidelines associated with the camp and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Participation in activities such as spirit days camp programs and songs.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities Requirements (KSAs)
- Must be at least 17years old
- Upon hire completion of provided First Aid and CPR certification.
- Ability to lead plan organize and implement program activities.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Willingness to have fun and encourage community at camp.
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- One year of education classes or experience in camp youth programs recreation working with children or in a related field is preferred.
What do we offer
Harry & Rose Samson Family JCC offers a challenging dynamic multicultural work environment with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Uniquely JCC Benefits
- JCC Membership: Every active staff member receives full JCC membership at no cost which includes member access to our stateoftheart fitness and aquatics facility in Whitefish Bay.
- JCC Program Discounts: Employees receive significant discounts on virtually all programs offered at the JCC and are actively encouraged to participate in our early education wellness camping cultural and enrichment programs.
The JCC is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process please callor contact us at
Employment Type
Temp
