Camp Counselors-Wheatley Heights, NY

As a Counselor of the Camp Kehilla staff team, you’ll help create a fun, welcoming, and safe environment where campers and staff can thrive. Together, we bring the energy, creativity, and high-quality programming that make Camp Kehilla such a special place each summer.

As a camp counselor, you’ll be a role model and mentor, helping campers build confidence, form lasting friendships, and make unforgettable memories. From leading exciting activities to encouraging camp spirit and supporting daily adventures, you’ll play a key role in creating an incredible summer experience filled with laughter, connection, and growth.

This is a seasonal position that pays $3,100-4,000 plus tips (couple hundred) for the 8 weeks of camp.

• Perfect Attendance $200 Bonus

• Refer a Friend $200 Bonus

• Recommendation letters for college and jobs

• Opportunity to work year round at Sid Jacobson JCC

• We offer Free Gym membership to our Facilities for the whole summer

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 director

Preferred 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 preferred

• Must possess strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills

• Passion for working with people 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 pound

Compensation details: 3100-4000 Yearly Salary

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