Camp Counselor, School Break Camps, JCC

Overview

Make a difference. Be a role model. Have fun!

JCC Greater Boston is looking for enthusiastic, responsible Camp Counselors for our School Break Camps (December, February, Passover, and April school breaks). School Break Camp Counselors guide groups of campers (K-5th grade) through a fun, supportive day filled with sports, arts & crafts, swimming, games, and special events. Counselors create a warm, inclusive environment where campers can build confidence, make friends, and have a blast during their time off from school.

As a School Break Counselor, you’ll start your day greeting campers with energy and warmth, guide your group through activities such as games, arts, crafts, swimming, and other camp experiences, and help campers feel included and connected. You’ll be a role model, building relationships, keeping campers safe, and ensuring every child feels supported. By the end of the day, you’ll leave camp tired but smiling, knowing you’ve helped kids create joyful memories.

At our camps, the campers are the best part of the day. Staff describe camp as fun, dynamic, and inclusive. You’ll gain leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and create unforgettable experiences for campers and yourself.

JCC Greater Boston is committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each person. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values — Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation.

• Bonding with the campers
• The activities
• Free swim
• Leadership opportunities
• Making close friends with co-counselors

• December Camp:
  December 24, 26, 28, 30, 31 and January 2
• February Camp:
  February 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
• Passover Camp:
  April 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
• Spring Break Camp:
  April 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

Candidates do not need to commit to all dates. Staff are scheduled by the day and shift.

• Full Day 8:30am – 4:30pm, 8 hours
• Morning Shift 7:30am – 3:30pm, 8 hours
• Afternoon Shift 10am – 6pm, 8 hours

• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers in structured and unstructured time
• Create a fun, joyful and inclusive group dynamic
• Work with co-counselors and camp leadership to deliver a happy, safe, and memorable experience
• Lead, co-lead and support activities with campers and co-counselors, including arts, sports, swimming and other camp activities
• Participate and support campers during swim times (must be able to access the pool and swim with the campers)
• Assist with set-up and clean-up of activities and spaces as needed
• Support campers’ social and emotional development throughout the day

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
• Actively participate as an essential team member
• Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
• Represent the organization positively and model excellence
• Attend JCCGB meetings and trainings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Negotiation and conflict resolution
• Ability to think on your feet
• Social/emotional knowledge
• Problem-solving techniques
• Project management
• Leadership
• Collaboration
• Flexibility

This is an hourly position with a daily schedule of 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. Perks include access to JCC Health & Fitness center and a competitive starting pay rate of $15 per hour. The final pay rate will be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC internal equity.

Since 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, diverse community by nurturing meaningful relationships. We offer early learning centers, day camps, regional programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult classes for the Jewish community and friends. JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity…