Camp Counselor, School Break Camps, JCC

Make a difference. Be a role model. Have fun! Do you love working with kids and bringing joy to their day? JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic, responsible Camp Counselors for our School Break Camps (December, February, Passover, and April school breaks). What You Will Do Each Day As a School Break Counselor, you’ll start your day greeting campers with energy and warmth, helping them feel excited for what’s ahead. You’ll guide your group through a variety of activities — one hour you might be cheering them on in a game of capture the flag, the next you’re diving into an arts & crafts project or encouraging hesitant swimmers in the pool. Lunch brings laughter, songs, and silly moments, and you’ll be right there helping campers feel included and connected. Throughout the day, you’ll be a role model — building relationships, keeping campers safe, and making sure every child feels supported. By the end of the day, you’ll leave camp tired but smiling, knowing you’ve helped kids create joyful memories. Why work with us? At our camps, the best part of the day is simple: the campers. Our staff say their favorite moments are playing games, cheering campers on at swim, creating art together, and bonding over shared interests. Staff describe camp as fun, dynamic, and inclusive. Here, you’ll gain leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences – for campers and yourself. This is what our Camp Counselors say are the best parts of working at JCC Camps: Bonding with the campers The activities Free swim Leadership opportunities Making close friends with co-counselors Available Dates December Camp: December 24, 26, 28, 30, 31 and January 2 February Camp: February 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 Passover Camp: April 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Spring Break Camp: April 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 Available Shifts Each Day Full Day 8:30am – 4:30pm, 8 hours Morning Shift 7:30am – 3:30pm, 8 hours Afternoon Shift 10am - 6pm, 8 hours Primary Responsibilities Include, And Are Not Limited To Ensure the safety and well-being of campers in structured and unstructured time Create a fun, joyful and inclusive group dynamic Work in partnership with co-counselors and camp leadership to deliver a happy, safe, and memorable experience Lead, co-lead and support activities with campers and co-counselors, including arts, sports, swimming and other camp activities Participate and support camper during swim times (must be able to access the pool and swim with the campers) Assist with set‑up and clean‑up of activities and spaces as needed Support campers’ social and emotional development throughout the day Standard Staff Expectations Include And Are Not Limited To Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected Actively participate as an essential team member Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling Enthusiastically representing the organization, model excellence and achievement Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned Other duties as assigned 10 skills you gain while being a summer camp counselor: Negotiation and conflict resolution skills Ability to "think on your feet" Social/emotional knowledge Problem-solving techniques Project management skills Leadership skills Collaboration experience Flexibility This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing! JOB DETAILS: This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30 #J-18808-Ljbffr JCC Greater Boston