Day Camp @ The JCC - Counselor
About The Position
Together with our community, the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan (MMJCCM) creates opportunities for people to connect, grow, and learn within an ever-changing Jewish landscape. The MMJCCM imagines Jewish life that is diverse and engages meaningfully with its values, culture, and ideas in everyday lives. The MMJCCM is looking for compassionate, responsible Day Camp Counselors to join our Day Camp @ The JCC staff! Day Camp @ The JCC is a joyful, Jewish summer camp for children ages 3-10 on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. Our staff come from diverse backgrounds and all share the same enthusiasm and motivation for working with children. Counselors are responsible for creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging camp experience, and serve as positive role models and team players for campers and staff. This position requires enthusiasm, patience, positivity, and a genuine love of and interest in working with children.
Requirements
- Must be 16 years old by June 1st, 2026. Anyone under 18 is required to obtain working papers.
- Prior experience working with children (babysitting, teaching, tutoring, watching younger cousins or siblings, etc)
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety and well-being of campers in your care.
- Support campers through daily activities, specialty classes, transitions, lunch/snack times, and restroom breaks.
- Follow and adhere to all JCC and Day Camp policies.
- Serve as a role model for campers and staff.
- Support a positive group environment.
- Assist with and participate in all daily camp activities.
- Encourage camper participation, creativity, and cooperation.
- Help generate ideas for bunk activities.
- Assist in prepping and completing in bunk activities.
- Model positive behaviors, including respect for one another and full participation.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children by actively getting to know them.
- Support an inclusive environment where all campers and staff feel welcome, seen, and a part of our community.
- Help to mediate interactions between campers whether that means stepping in to support or asking a Leadership Team Member for advice or help.
- Work collaboratively with co-counselors, the Leadership Team, and specialists to ensure smooth daily operations and routines
- Participate in orientation, twice weekly staff + group meetings, and camp-wide events or trainings
- Communicate effectively and openly with supervisors regarding both camper and personal concerns
Benefits
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
- Access to all the JCC's cultural, learning, arts, and film programs
- Investment in professional development and leadership skills
- Free fitness membership for the pool and health club
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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