Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal)

Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant outdoor campground this summer! As a counselor or specialist, you'll engage with children in various activities, ensuring their safety and enjoyment. We're looking for energetic individuals who love working with kids. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop skills in sports, arts, and nature while making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Counselors must be at least entering their junior year of high school.
• Specialists must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Counselors are responsible for the health and welfare of children.
• Specialists implement programs focusing on skill development.

Skills

English

Spanish

Education

High School

Job description

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Job Summary

You will work in a magnificent outdoor campground which includes Olympic-sized pools, an archery range, basketball courts, lake for boating, amphitheater, playground, gaga courts, and sports fields. This position includes Counselors and Specialists.

About You

You are a fun, energetic, caring, and mature person who loves working with children for the Summer 2025 season. You will work with children of various ages.

What You’ll Do

Counselors:

You typically work as a team with at least two other counselors and one group of children, responsible for their health and welfare each day. You will be with your group throughout the day at all activities and trips, assisting specialists and supporting your campers.

Specialists:

You will implement programs and experiences for children in small groups, focusing on skill development in areas such as soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, football, lacrosse, fencing, nature, science exploration, dance, yoga, or gymnastics.

Our Requirements

• Counselors must be at least entering their junior year of high school by the beginning of the camp season.
• Specialists must be at least 18 years old by the beginning of the camp season.
• Availability to work weekdays for 8 weeks from Monday, June 30 to Friday, August 22, from 7:45 am to 4:30 pm, plus attending Pre-Camp Trainings. Camp is closed on Thursday, July 4.

Preferred Requirements

• School experience
• English proficiency
• Spanish proficiency
• Driver's license
• CDL

Salary

$400.00 - $1,733.00 per month

About Us

The Jewish Community Center of Staten Island, founded in 1929, offers social, recreational, and educational activities to serve the community, expanding to include all residents of Staten Island. We aim to improve quality of life and provide opportunities for all age groups.