What are the responsibilities and job description for the J Camp Counselor position at Oshman Family JCC?
Pay Range: $18.93 - $21.83 / hour
Dates of Camp: Regular Camp session is Monday, June 9, 2025 - Friday, August 9, 2025. Additional work available through Wednesday, August 13, 2025 for Post Camp.
The 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.
- 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 www.paloaltojcc.org for more!
Salary : $19 - $22
