J Camp Counselor

1 month ago

Palo Alto, California, United States Oshman Family JCC Full time

Pay Range: $735-$847 weekly stipend

Dates of Camp: Regular Camp session is Monday, June 3, Friday, August 9, 2024. Additional work available through Friday, August 9, 2024 for Post Camp.

he Place: The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Join us Year-round positions available

The Job: Are you a great role model and love interacting with kids? If so, this might be the role for you As a Camp Counselor you will be responsible for engaging and supervising children ranging from 4-12 years old. Camp Counselors are role models, who are responsible for creating a welcoming and safe environment for campers to grow and learn, and lead activities that are fun, exciting, and intentional through our camp values.

The Core Duties:

  • Supervise an assigned group of campers during the camp day to ensure the safety and well-being of each camper
  • Be a role model to campers and staff by maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with campers, other staff, and camp families and set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule and sportsmanship
  • Lead and co-lead a variety of camp value-based camp activities for your camper group, including but not limited to: arts and crafts, sports, stem projects, water play and swimming, classic camp games, and teambuilding
  • Participate enthusiastically and lead your group in elements of Chavurah (morning song session), L'hitraot (afternoon song session and gratitude), and Shabbat The Essentials:
  • At least 18 Years of age + High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • 1+ years of experience working with youth in a camp or other recreational setting
  • Maintain a positive attitude in complex situations after working long hours
  • Adjust quickly to changes with open mind and flexibility
  • Recognize and respond to emergency situations
  • Ability to meaningfully engage with all age levels
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to communicate information clearly (both written and oral)
  • Ability to make sound independent judgment and decisions when circumstances arise
  • Positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about working with children
  • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse group that includes OFJCC staff, parents, children and the public
  • Certified in CPR for Children and Adults (or ability to obtain certification upon employment)
  • Current driver's license and ability to drive a camp vehicle if necessary Visit for more

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