Senior Counselor (Summer Camp)

The Jewish Federation Of Cincinnati

Job Location:

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Senior Counselors (SCs) generally have at least one year of experience working with school-age students and are expected to be role models and leaders of the are responsible for planningsettingthe tone and establishing the safety/care of the entire bunk. They can facilitate almost any general camp activity and may have training in specialized activities.

Dates and Hours

Training: June 1 - 5

Camp: June 8 - August 7 generally 8:00am-4:15pm on Monday and 8:45am-4:15pm Tuesday-Friday

Regular Job Duties

Under the supervision of Unit Heads general daily responsibilities include but arent limited to:

Care for and general welfare of everyone in their bunk; safety is top priority
Create and maintain an open-minded safe positive and fun environment that campers are excited to be part of
Mentor and work collaboratively with Jr. Counselors to facilitate all-camp activities with the bunk
Collaborate with Jr. Counselors when dealing with any camper issue or misbehavior and ensure it is communicated to the supervisory staff
Facilitate high-quality daily activities for our campers; modifying an activity to provide accommodations to ensure all campers are included
Provide ongoing informal feedback to Jr. Counselors based on observed behaviors
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

18 years of age or older (may be substituted for prior Jr. Counselor experience work at Camp at the J or another camp)
Secondary education and/or training in elementary education child psychology or related field (preferred)
Prior experience working with children families or other related roles
Actively utilizes empathy patience and intentional positivity in the workplace
Able to coach members of your bunk group towards successful outcomes
Able to pivot from planned activities on short notice
Ability to accept guidance constructive feedback and support from teammates
Ability to sit stand kneel and stretch for long periods of time
Ability to work outside in high degree temperatures
Ability to lift 50 lbs

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel in the above position.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionSenior Counselors (SCs) generally have at least one year of experience working with school-age students and are expected to be role models and leaders of the are responsible for planningsettingthe tone and establishing the safety/care of the entire bunk. They can facilitate almost any ge...