Camp Counselor

Springfield JCC

Camp Counselor

Springfield, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school. Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!

    With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!

    Camp Staff Orientation is: June 17th 4-8pm, June 18th 4-8pm & June 20th 3-5:30pm

    Camp Runs June 23 rd through August 15th

    Camp Counselor

    Responsibilities:

    ● Ensure the day-to-day safety and happiness of campers

    ● Actively participate in activities for campers

    ● Plan and implement fun and engaging activities for campers while at camp

    ● Build on the foundation of Jewish values held by the JCC

    ● Be proud of the program and curriculum that you put together and implement

    ● Fully participate in staff training and weekly meetings.

    ● Participate in activities with the children in the program throughout the day. This includes eating

    lunch, participating in singing, and being part of arrival and dismissal procedures.

    Requirements:

    ● Applicants should have a minimum of 6 months of experience working with children in a

    structured setting. Prior experience in summer camps preferred

    ● Must enjoy working with children and be active as well as adaptable to change

    ● Must be at least 16 years of age by the start of camp

    Pay Range:

    • $15 - $19
    • Placement dependent on education level and years of experience