Summer Streeters Camp Counselor at Sid Jacobson JCC

CAMP DATES: June 30-August 15, 2025 (camp closed July 4)

STAFF HOURS: 8am-4pm, Mondays through Fridays

Join the Sid Jacobson JCC Summer Streeters team and help bring the magic of camp to campers ages 3- 13 years old. We are looking for enthusiastic hard-working individuals to work as Counselors at our Day Camp in East Hills, NY. Camp runs from Monday to Friday, June 30th through August 15th; with pre-camp orientation in May and June. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Daily supervision of campers ages 3- 13, including supervising and supporting campers during various camp activities, trips, lunch, and swimming.

·        Become well-versed in all aspects of the camp program including but limited to health and safety protocols, camp values and goals, and the mission of the JCC.

·        Ensure that all safety procedures are strictly enforced, and any incidents are both handled and documented in a timely manner.

·        Communicate regularly with the Head Counselor and Camp Directors.

·        Come prepared every day to fully participate in camp activities including the camp swim program.

·        Actively participate in activities that commensurate with the abilities, limitations, and needs of all campers.

·        Foster positive relationships between campers, providing guidance and support.

·        Read and fully comply with the camp policies set forth in the staff guide that will be given at orientation, this includes rules and regulations, dress code, and emergency procedures.

·        Exude enthusiasm for camp values.

·        Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Camps Directors as need be.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Experience working with children in a camp or school setting preferred but not required.

·        Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment, communicate

·        Ability to work in a team setting.

Compensation details: 1700-2000 Yearly Salary

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