Camp Senior Counselor

THE JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER COLUMBUS • Blendon Township, OH

9d • $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. Senior Camp Counselors serve as lead counselors and assume leadership and supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age, GED / High School Diploma preferred, or 17 with GED / High School Diploma
• Previous camp experience, working with children
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors
• Ability to relate to one’s peer group
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision
• Ability to assist in teaching an activity
• Integrity and adaptability
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience and self-control
• Must be at least 18 years or older (or 17 with a GED or High School Diploma)
• Adult and Child CPR/AED certifications (provided during training)
• Must be available to work Mondays – Fridays, 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Must pass criminal background check
• Must be able to attend mandatory staff training June 3 - 6, priority given to staff available for entire duration of camp which runs from June 9 through August 1
• Opportunity to work post camp week (August 4 – August 8)

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED