Summer Counselor - Camp Kehilla

Company: Sid Jacobson JCC
Location: Greenvale
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Position Title: CounselorJob Description: Each member of the Camp Kehilla Staff team will create a safe and enjoyable environment for our campers and staff while maintaining the high quality of programming associated with Camp Kehilla. As a camp counselor you will mentor campers, foster friendships, assist with daily activities, enhance the overall camp spirit, and contribute to creating an incredible summer experience.Essential Responsibilities for Counselors-- Meet the individual needs of each assigned camper-- Ensure campers' physical, emotional, and mental well-being-- Oversee and support assigned campers in all aspects of the camp day-- Adapt activities and provide additional assistance as needed to help campers engage in camp programming-- Active participation and engagement in activities with campers at all times, including all specials, lunch, swimming, special events, dress up days, and trips-- Collaborate with fellow staff and group leader, providing updates on camper needs and concerns-- Foster positive relationships between and with campers, providing guidance and support-- Follow and enforce safety protocols, responding to emergencies as needed-- Help maintain a clean and organized camp environment-- Follow all employment policies and procedures of the Sid Jacobson JCC, including but not limited to those detailed in the JCC Employee Handbook and Camp Kehilla Staff Handbook-- Attendance at all staff meetings, group meetings/trainings, and camp orientation is required-- Perform additional tasks as assigned by the camp director or assistant directorPreferred Qualifications-- Must be at least 17 years old and entering their senior year in High School-- Previous camp experience and previous experience working with children-- Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills-- Preferred Skills-- Passion for working with children who have developmental disabilities-- Exhibit kindness, patience, and compassion-- Ability to take skills learned during trainings and apply them to the daily aspects of camp-- Excellent organizational skills-- Flexibility and ability to multi task and make decisions in a fast paced environment-- Good interpersonal skills to work collaboratively in a team environment-- Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift to 35 poundCompensation details: 2900-3800 Yearly SalaryPIbecfcd1243ea-25660-35879635

Keywords: Sid Jacobson JCC, East Orange , Summer Counselor - Camp Kehilla, Other , Greenvale, New Jersey