Summer Camp Inclusion Counselor

Position: 2026 Summer Camp Inclusion Counselor
Position:
Summer Camp Inclusion Counselor

Department:
Youth & Camp

Classification:
Seasonal, non-benefitted, At-Will, June 2026 - Aug. 2026

Reports to:

Reports to the Youth & Camp Director

Summary:

Under the direction of Youth & Camp Director and the Inclusion Specialist, the Inclusion Camp Counselor will be responsible for the safety and supervision of their 1:1 participant. Inclusion Camp Counselors will assist in making sure their participant is included and will serve as a counselor for the rest of the cabin. Assisting participants in a 1:1 capacity who may have differing abilities, neurodivergent or other Time commitment for this position is 8:30am-5:00pm Monday Through Friday during the months of June-August.

Must be able to commit to a majority of the 9 weeks, June 1st - July 31st, 2026, with the option to remain on through August 14thth, based on participant registration and need.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Must have the knowledge of campers' whereabouts at all times.

* Actively facilitate camper development in outdoor recreation activities, social skill development, values, multi-cultural and environmental awareness.

* Maintain a positive attitude and conduct with the staff team as a positive adult role model.

* Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers of all ages, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior and use positive behavior management techniques, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, good sportsmanship, and self-control.

* Creatively adapt and individualize activities to the specific needs of 1:1 buddy

* Understand and implement the behavior/care plan specific to include but not limited to ability, behaviors, restroom, pool and physical and/or cognitive aides.

* Assist the general camp counselors and campers to adapt materials and activities to be inclusive as often as needed.

* Adhere to and enforce Camp policies and procedures and operate day camp activities in a safe manner at all times.

* Communicate with parents via send home communication log.

* Attendance at staff meetings and pre-camp training. (mandatory)

* Be prompt to all work assignments and adhere to the day camp daily schedule and operating calendar.

* Enforces and adheres to camp procedures and policies.

* Maintains all camp equipment and supplies.

* Adheres to the daily day camp operating schedule.

* Facilitates camper development.

* Performs all other duties as assigned by Camp Leadership.

Ability to work traditional business hours as well as non-traditional hours as business

Effect on End Result:
The effectiveness of this position will be measured by:

* Purposeful and coordinated programs that advance Camp and JSV strategic goals, good public relations, sound financial position and good records systems.

* A positive working environment that allows for creative thinking, positive attitudes, teamwork and self-development.

* Permeation of Tiferet (contributing to the greater good) throughout all JSV programs, services and interactions. This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive.