Camp Counselor

Springfield, MA

Open from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with pre and post-camp care options, the Springfield Jewish Community Center (JCC) Day Camp offers premium summer programs infused with Jewish learning and values from Kindergarten through high school.  Located on the Longmeadow/Springfield, MA line, the Springfield JCC Day Camp is easily accessible for CT and MA residents. Our secure camp is located on 20 acres of beautiful grounds with basketball courts, a playground, athletic fields, private woods, a high and low ropes course, a zip line, a picnic grove, a pavilion, and more. Additionally, its air-conditioned indoor facility boasts a fitness center, an auditorium with a performance stage, an arts and crafts studio, classrooms, flexible play spaces, and best of all: an indoor 6 lane, 25-yard swimming pool!

With the encouragement and guidance of our highly-skilled staff, campers of all abilities and faiths participate in programs and activities designed to foster safe fun, growth, creativity, Jewish values/traditions, and lasting friendships. Instruction from our arts and crafts, archery/nature, ropes course, Judaic, and sports specialists will help campers discover their hidden talents. Whether making new friends or developing new skills, Springfield JCC Day "Camp-ers" will experience their best summer ever!

Camp Staff Orientation is: June 17th 4-8pm, June 18th 4-8pm & June 20th 3-5:30pm

Camp Runs June 23rd through August 15th

Camp Counselor

 

Responsibilities:

● Ensure the day-to-day safety and happiness of campers

● Actively participate in activities for campers

● Plan and implement fun and engaging activities for campers while at camp

● Build on the foundation of Jewish values held by the JCC

● Be proud of the program and curriculum that you put together and implement

● Fully participate in staff training and weekly meetings.

● Participate in activities with the children in the program throughout the day. This includes eating

lunch, participating in singing, and being part of arrival and dismissal procedures.

Requirements:

● Applicants should have a minimum of 6 months of experience working with children in a

structured setting. Prior experience in summer camps preferred

● Must enjoy working with children and be active as well as adaptable to change

● Must be at least 16 years of age by the start of camp

 

Pay Range:

  • $15 - $19
  • Placement dependent on education level and years of experience