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Camp JCC Senior Counselor - 2026

CompanyYOUNGSTOWN AREA JEWISH FEDERATION
LocationYoungstown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 19, 2026
About The Company
The Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is the central organization established to foster the welfare of the entire Jewish community. It coordinates and plans for the future of the community and plays an instrumental role in providing for the social welfare, cultural, programmatic, recreational and fundraising needs of our region. In addition, through the Combined Jewish Appeals Annual Campaign, the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation provides for the needs of Jews around the world and in Israel. The Federation philosophy is to provide relief through the Jewish values of Tzedekah (righteous giving) and Tikun Olam (repairing of the world). The Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is the umbrella organization of the following agencies: Levy Gardens Assisted Living Jewish Family Services Heritage Manor Rehabilitation & Retirement Community Jewish Community Center Jewish Community Relations Council
About the Role

Description

Come Join our Team! 

Seasonal 


Senior Counselors will contribute to the vision, mission and values of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation by creating and maintaining a safe, fun environment for campers at Camp JCC with standards of excellence.

  1. Supervise groups of campers as the “lead” counselor along with Junior Counselors, acting as guardian, friend, disciplinarian, and counselor to all campers while demonstrating sensitivity to the needs of campers served.
  2. Work closely with Camp Leadership Team in assisting with daily camp operations as well as planning and implementation of activities.
  3. Supervise and mentor Junior Counselors, observing each counselor as they work with their own group.
  4. Serve as a role model for all campers while participating in all required activities (including daily swimming with campers) with an enthusiastic attitude.
  5. Apply proper discipline in a caring manner, ensuring that campers learn the difference between correct and incorrect behavior, providing appropriate behavior management techniques and intervention where necessary.
  6. Be familiar with and enforce the personnel policies, safety rules, and regulations of camp to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all campers in any area or programs, referring problems to appropriate staff as needed.
  7. Attend staff meetings every morning before camp begins.
  8. Keep records as required, including documenting all incidents, injuries, and behavioral issues.
  9. Be available to the Camp Leadership Team to fulfill any additional duties which need to be performed to facilitate the effective operation of the total camp program.

Requirements

Must be a high school graduate, preferably pursuing a degree in education. Must have the desire and attitude to work with children. Counselor must have proven management, good communication and organizational skills, and the ability to be creative and take direction/instruction. Valid state ID is required. CPR and First Aid certifications preferred. 

Key Skills
SupervisionCommunicationOrganizationCreativityDisciplineMentoringTeamworkProblem SolvingBehavior ManagementSafety AwarenessRecord KeepingLeadershipEnthusiasmChild CareActivity PlanningFirst Aid
Categories
EducationSocial ServicesSports & Recreation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Senior Counselors supervise groups of campers and mentor Junior Counselors while ensuring a safe and fun environment. They assist with daily camp operations and participate in all required activities.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
27
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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