Camp Senior/Junior Counselor

THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER COLUMBUS•Columbus, OH

4d•$11 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising campers and creating a safe, engaging, inclusive, and fun camp environment that reflects Jewish values. Camp Counselors support camper development through structured activities, positive relationships, and teamwork while ensuring the health and safety of all participants. This position includes two levels — Junior Camp Counselor and Senior Camp Counselor — based on age, experience, and leadership responsibility.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 by first day of camp
Ability to accept supervision and work as part of a team
Enthusiasm, patience, adaptability, and professionalism
Prior camp or youth-program experience required
Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills
Ability to manage camper groups independently
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise campers and ensure their health, safety, and well-being
Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful camp environment
Model appropriate behavior and Jewish values
Maintain constant awareness of camper safety
Track camper attendance and ensure consistent supervision
Support campers with varying abilities, needs, and backgrounds
Participate in daily camp activities, special events, Shabbat programming, and camp-wide programs
Assist with pool supervision and wear a swimsuit during daily swim activities
Communicate effectively with fellow staff and camp leadership
Maintain positive relationships with campers and families
Attend and actively participate in required staff training and meetings
Follow all JCC, ODJFS, and ACA policies and procedures
Punch in/out daily using the Paycom app and approve timecards weekly
Assist Senior Counselors with supervising camper groups
Support implementation of daily activity plans
Help facilitate games, activities, and transitions
Encourage camper participation and positive peer interactions
Observe camper behavior and support established behavior management strategies
Assist with setup, cleanup, and organization of camp spaces
Support inclusion efforts in collaboration with Inclusion Counselors
Complete assigned administrative tasks and reports
Lead and supervise a camper group or unit independently
Plan, implement, and evaluate daily and special programming
Integrate Jewish values and curriculum intentionally into activities
Monitor camper attendance, health needs, diets, medications, and accommodations
Supervise and support Junior Camp Counselors
Provide coaching, guidance, and feedback to staff
Address staff performance or safety concerns and escalate issues to leadership
Step in to lead a group if a counselor is absent or separated
Communicate camper or staff concerns to the Camp Director
Assist with end-of-season evaluations and recommendations