Summer Streeters Counselor

Camp Dates: June 29, 2026 – August 14, 2026 (Camp closed July 3)
Staff Hours: 8am-4pm, Mondays through Fridays

Join Sid Jacobson JCC’s Summer Streeters Team and help bring the magic of camp to campers, ages 3-13 years old. We are looking for enthusiastic hard-working individuals to work as Counselors at our Day Camp in East Hills, NY. Camp runs from Monday-Friday, June 29-August 14, with pre-camp orientation in May and June.

Essential Duties + Responsibilities:

• Daily supervision of campers ages 3-13, including supervising and supporting campers during various camp activities, trips, lunch, and swimming
• Become well-versed in all aspects of the camp program, including but not limited to health and safety protocols, camp values and goals, and the mission of the JCC
• Ensure that all safety procedures are strictly enforced, and any incidents are both handled and documented in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with the Head Counselors and Camp Directors
• Come prepared every day to fully participate in camp activities, including the camp swim program
• Actively participate in activities that are commensurate with the abilities, limitations, and needs of all campers
• Foster positive relationships between campers, providing guidance and support
• Read and fully comply with the camp policies set forth in the staff guide that will be given at orientation. This includes rules and regulations, dress code, and emergency procedures
• Exude enthusiasm for camp values
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Camp Directors as need be

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in a camp or school setting preferred but not required
• Strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate
• Ability to work in a team setting

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, walk, run, bend, and move actively for extended periods throughout the day during outdoor games, field trips, and physical activities
• Frequently required to lift and carry items, such as sports equipment, coolers, activity supplies, or first aid kits (up to 30 pounds)
• High level of physical stamina required to work in outdoor environments and actively engage with youth in games, sports, and recreational activities for several hours at a time

Work Environment:

• Majority of the time is spent outdoors in parks, playgrounds, recreational fields, or on walking field trips. Must be able to work under direct sunlight for prolonged periods
• Environment includes noise, physical activity, and changing schedules; adaptability and quick decision-making are key
• Some activities or planning sessions may take place in community centers, gyms, or classrooms