Camp Senior/Junior Counselor

Job Details

Job Location: COLLEGE AVE - Columbus, OH 43209Position Type: Camp CounselorSalary Range: $11.00 - $15.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus, OH  43209

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

 

Position Title: Camp Counselor (Senior or Junior)                        

Dept. No: 405/410/415            

Department: Camp

DOL Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Camp Director

 

 

Mission Statement:

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus is a human service agency offering a varied program that is Jewish in nature.  It is committed to enhancing the quality of individual and family life through the promotion of physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness.  It provides educational and cultural programs that reflect the Jewish heritage, health related activities and many services to the community at large.  Through its wide array of programs, the JCC pursues its mission of strengthening the individual, family, and community. 

 

Vision Statement:

The JCC nurtures a passion for Jewish learning and living.  Through programs and services, the JCC provides comfortable and inviting environments in which the community can thrive.

 

Agency Expectations:

• To ensure the highest quality of programs and services and possess a working knowledge of agency programs and services.          
• To represent the agency and provide the highest quality of customer service to individuals and groups with whom you come into contact.   
• To welcome, thank and engage JCC members and guests on a daily basis.  
• To treat fellow staff with respect.   
• To adhere to all policies and practices provided in the employee handbook.
• Wear a JCC Staff ID badge and attend appropriate staff meetings.   

 

 

Position Summary: 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.

 

Essential Functions:

• Ability to supervise groups of children for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate clearly with children, staff, and leadership
• Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor camp activities
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to enforce safety regulations and behavior expectations
• Ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid
• Physical stamina to maintain constant supervision of campers

 

 

 

Core Duties and Responsibilities (All Camp Counselors)

• 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