Join Our J Camp Staff

Spend Your Summer at J Camp

Staff applications are now open.

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First-year counselors can earn over $6,800 if they work all summer!


Why Work at Summer J Camp?

  • Competitive salaries
  • SJCC membership, including gym, pool, arts and culture activities, and more
  • Fun and supportive work environment
  • Learning opportunities and a chance to build your resume
  • Great way to get your foot in the door at the J and work in the future
  • Discounts for staff children to attend camp
  • Internship opportunities (email Assistant Camp Director Shane Piha to find out more)
  • Social events for staff


Positions (Open)

Counselors

Counselors are responsible for creating a positive and safe experience at summer camp for their designated group of campers. Pay is $18.50 to $20.50 per hour.ย 

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Activity Specialists

Activity Specialists plan and execute specific activities for campers of varying ages. Activities include archery, art, challenge course, cooking, dance, drama, Israeli culture, music, nature, sports, and STEAM.

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Support Counselors

Camp Support Counselors assist with mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health (MESSH) support and behavior management of J Camp campers.

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Waterfront Supervisor

The Waterfront Supervisor plans and executes boating activities for campers of varying ages at J Campโ€™s waterfront. Applicants should be strong swimmers and willing to get Waterfront Lifeguard certified through the SJCC if they are not already.

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Extended Care Supervisor

The Extended Care Supervisor supervises our extended care program while creating a positive and safe environment for all campers and staff.

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Coordinators

Coordinators oversee an area of camp and supervise counselors. This job requires some prep time leading up to camp. Junior Coordinator and Senior Coordinator positions are available.ย 

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Programming Coordinator

The Camp Programming Coordinator oversees the camp schedule, plansย special events, supervises Camp Specialists, and creates a safe environment for campers and staff.ย 

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Site Directors

The Site Director supervises counselors and a junior camp coordinator, while overseeing the daily activities and operations of designated summer camp sites in Green Lake.

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Camp Nurse

The Camp Nurse will look out for the physical health of the J Camp community, including campers and staff.

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Filled Positions

Office Administrator

The Office Administrator manages the camp office, assisting with paperwork, communication, and expenses.

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Camp Care Coordinator

Camp Care Coordinator: The Camp Care Coordinator is responsible for looking out for the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health of the J Camp community, including campers, staff, and families. A masterโ€™s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or another related field is required.

Former staff members can apply on Paylocity here. Visit the self-service portal, select “career,” and select “apply for open position.”


Refer a Counselor!

The J Camp staff is the heart and soul that makes J Camp what it is. Know anyone who would make a great addition to the camp team? Email camp@sjcc.org or send them the link above.

For other job opportunities at the JSTROUM JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER โ€“ Job Opportunities (paylocity.com)