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Office
Assistant

Office Assistant

The office serves as the welcoming face of camp. A smoothly run office translates to a smoothly run camp, with requests from camper parents, staff members, vendors, and many other stakeholders all due replies promptly and professionally. Be prepared to answer the phone, sort the mail, distribute camp supplies and messages, and fulfill a myriad of tasks that come through the office. Office staff members must be computer literate and knowledgeable in using word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs. Individuals should be highly organized and proactive in anticipating camp needs. A sense of humor is a must!

Community
Care
Director

Community Care Director

This role is a seasonal summer full-time position, with part-time hours before summer session begins. During the summer session the position includes evening hours. The Community Care Director will report to the Executive Director and Director of Programming and Engagement.

The responsibilities of the Community Care Director include, but are not limited to:
Playing a leadership role in the planning and implementation of staff training in relation to mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health (MESSH);

  • Creating and implementing programming for small groups of campers focused on wellness and social-emotional learning.
  • Serving as a resource to campers throughout the summer in facing mental, emotional and social health challenges, and creating environments where campers can thrive.
  • Managing information about camper needs, and communicating those to staff, as well as documenting communication and plans.
  • Preparing reports to funding agencies in relationship to mental emotional and social health of Camp Massad, Manitoba and its campers, including sharing high-level understandings of interactions and interventions taking place throughout the summer.
  • Participate in Foundation for Jewish Camp’s Community of Practice as part of our camp’s place in the Yedid Nefesh program, including two or three virtual gatherings and one in-person gathering per year with other Jewish camp mental health professionals.
  • Be an active presence on-site at camp as a part of the community.
  • Additional responsibilities as required.
Camp
Counselor

Camp Counselor

If you're passionate about making the world a happier place by helping others grow, and about growing your own skills in leadership, group management, collaboration, teaching, and youth development, JCamp has the job for you! We'll provide the mentorship and tools to hone your skills, and you'll get to unplug, hang with campers, and find a place where you belong.

Tikvah
Program
Coordinator

Tikvah Program Coordinator

Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is an overnight camp located in Wingdale, New York serving campers entering 3rd grade through 11th grade. The mission of Ramah is to provide joyful Jewish experiences to our campers and staff.

We are looking for a hardworking, patient and enthusiastic adult to join our team. Tikvah is our overarching program that provides support to campers with disabilities. We have a self-contained disability support program for campers who have mild to moderate support needs. Our Breira B’ Ramah program is for campers with lower support needs who live in mainstream bunks.

We are looking for candidates who can commit to spending 8 weeks at Camp.

Salary scale begins at $4,000 based on relevant camp and professional experience. Tuition assistance is also available for staff children.

The Tikvah Program Coordinator will be supervised by the Director of Community Care and Inclusion.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the caseload of 15 – 20 campers with disabilities across camp
  • This may include developing behavior management plans and/or individualized schedules
  • Communicate with parents on a frequent basis
  • Train bunk counselors and provide coaching on an ongoing basis
  • Supervise the bunk counselors in Breira and Tikvah bunks
  • Facilitate ongoing staff meetings
  • Manage the day to day program for the Tikvah self-contained bunks
  • Collaborate with all staff around camp
  • Contribute to a culture of inclusivity and positivity at camp
  • Complete staff evaluations at the end of each session
  • Complete camper evaluations at the end of the summer
Nurse
Camp
Seneca
Lake
Summer
2025

Nurse – Camp Seneca Lake – Summer 2025

This nursing role is a seasonal, full-time position. The Nurse supports the health needs of the campers and staff working as a team with the other members of the Health Center. We seek Nurses who can commit to at least one week at a time, ideally several weeks at once or the entire summer session. We can be flexible! The position includes evening hours.

Inclusion/Kochavim
Camp
Counselor

Inclusion/Kochavim Camp Counselor

Why this role matters:

Lessans Camp JCC at the Bender JCC of Greater Washington is a place where every child in the greater Washington D.C. area — regardless of developmental ability — can experience the joys of summer camp.

This position in our day camp works with campers 1:1 or 1:2 and is responsible for the supervision and safety of campers and activities at Lessans Camp JCC. You can choose to work as an Inclusion Counselor or a Kochavim Counselor. Inclusion Counselors work 1:1 or 1:2 with campers ages 4-12 with disabilities, who need extra support in order to fully participate in camp. Kochavim Counselors are responsible for teens and young adults ages 12-21 with disabilities.

See the magic of Lessans Camp JCC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI29oxMjSmE

Core Responsibilities include:

Supervision and Engagement
-Assist the aquatics staff during instructional swim and recreational swim with active supervision of your assigned Lessans camper(s)
-Actively participate in specialist-led activities by joining in, demonstrating enthusiasm, helping campers as needed, and ensuring everyone stays involved and on task.

Camper Care
-Collaborate with counselors, Inclusion Team, and the Health Room to manage camper’s health needs.
-Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior (enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control), and use positive behavior-management techniques.
-Creatively adapt and individualize activities to the specific needs of campers.
-Assist campers with changing into and out of swim clothing in the locker rooms.
-Implement behavior charts, visual schedules, etc. as needed, in coordination with Unit Leadership, Inclusion Team, Specialists, and Yoetzet.

Preparation, Planning, and Organization
-Combine efforts with other staff members to ensure programs and activities run smoothly.

Communication and Attendance
-Actively participate in arrival and dismissal procedures.
-Provide daily written communication with camper’s parents about campers’ daily progress and other pertinent information.
-Attend all required sessions, orientations, staff meetings, late stays, and trips planned for the group(s).
-Professionally communicate and collaborate with external providers supporting campers through other agencies.

Specialist

Specialist

We are looking for Specialists in the following program areas:

-Art/Ceramics
-Drama
-Nature
-Rock Wall
-STEM
-Sports (Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Football)

Why this role matters:

Lessans Camp JCC at the Bender JCC of Greater Washington is a place where every child in the greater Washington D.C. area — regardless of developmental ability — can experience the joys of summer camp.

Lessans Camp JCC is a day camp, and Specialists run the specialized programs that are part of the camp experience. Each Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing activities for their designated specialty area. This position works with campers ages 4-21 with all abilities.

See the magic of Lessans Camp JCC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI29oxMjSmE

Core Responsibilities include:

Leadership and Professional Development
-Plan, direct, and supervise the specialty program area, including creating program curriculum for a range of ages and abilities.
-Mentor staff and campers about expected behavior in the specialty time and appropriate use of equipment.
-Work with Lessans Camp JCC Leadership to plan and implement camp -wide special events and activities.
-Delegate tasks to counselors, such as setting up equipment, managing transitions between activities, assisting with camper behavior, etc.

Supervision and Engagement
-Supervise and engage with all participants (ages 4-21) in programs and activities while under the position’s care.
-Substitute for absent counselors as needed and requested.

Camper Care
-Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served, interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately model behavior, enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control and use positive behavior-management techniques.
-Work with the Adaptive Recreation Coordinator to ensure activities are accessible.

Preparation, Planning, and Organization
-Submit written activity plans, including two days of rainy day/absent plans & supplies lists to the Associate Camp Director.
-Meet with Associate Camp Director weekly.

Communication and Attendance
-Assist with arrival and dismissal as scheduled.

Head
Nurse

Head Nurse

Why this role matters:

Lessans Camp JCC at the Bender JCC of Greater Washington is a place where every child in the greater Washington D.C. area — regardless of developmental ability — can experience the joys of summer camp.

Lessans Camp JCC is a day camp, and the Head Nurse is responsible for supervising the health room, nurse(s), and EMT as well as providing health care to all campers and staff within the guidelines of the Bender JCC of Greater Washington.

Core Responsibilities include:

-Provide healthcare to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers. Collaborate with other medical staff to meet medical needs.
-Supervise all other nurses and medical staff working within the health room.
-Follow healthcare policies and procedures as described in the standing orders and medical program.
-Review all medical policies with volunteer doctor and Camp Director to ensure licensing by county, state and American Camp Association (ACA). Comply with the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and ACA standards.
-Conduct a staff orientation session on medical, health, and safety services.
-Inventory and order all necessary medical supplies and equipment and set up the health room prior to the start of camp.
-Review camper and staff medical files prior to camp. Contact parents for specific follow-up questions.
-Keep all medications used by campers and staff.
-Ensure staff and camper health examinations are current and on file.
-Prepare and utilize daily medical log for treatment and medications.
-Prepare and record insurance and incident report forms as required by the state and Bender JCC.
-Oversee first aid procedures and supplies. Prepare and distribute first aid kits throughout camp including in camp vehicles, kitchens, offices, pools, activity areas, and out-of-camp trips.
-Observe and assess sanitation and safety conditions of the camp. Supervise sanitary conditions throughout camp.
-Report any health problems or symptoms of illness to the Camp Director.
-Attend all orientation sessions and staff meetings.

EMT

EMT

Spend an incredible summer as an EMT at Camp Zeke! Camp Zeke celebrates healthy, active living through whole foods, sports, fitness, and culinary arts! We are located on 560 serene acres in The Pocono Mountains and have campers ages 7-17.

This role requires current EMT certification

The dates for this position are from June 22, 2025 until August 10, 2025. There is some flexibility with the start date.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the safety and wellbeing of campers and staff.
  • Addresses emergencies such as allergic reactions or injuries.
  • Administers first aid and medications as directed under the standing orders, camp policies, and health supervisor.
  • Our EMTs’ primary work shift will be the overnight shift.
  • Works with the camp nurses and doctor, and properly communicates and documents all work.
  • Care for sick or injured campers daily
  • Ensures a positive, fun experience for all campers & an amazing summer of growth!

Perks and Benefits:

  • Salary of $550 to $700 a week plus free housing and meals.
  • Flexible work environment: Potential to bring a spouse, kids, or pets up to camp!
  • Camp tuition discounts and barters available to employees.
  • Private Accommodations includes cabins with A/C and wifi.
  • Cabins are located on a 560-acre site on private Hickory Lake
  • Network and make friends with a diverse group of co-ed staff members from around the world.
  • Take part in an exciting array of staff activities and social events. You will also be able to enjoy our lake, pool, hot tub, gym, sports fields, and more during your time off
Education
Team
Member

Education Team Member

Are you passionate about creating meaningful connections to Israel and Jewish traditions for young people? Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake is seeking an enthusiastic Education Specialist focused on Israel and Jewish education. This role is a unique opportunity to design and lead engaging programs centered around Israel’s culture and Jewish values, helping our campers and staff build a lasting relationship with their heritage.

Position Overview

As the Education Specialist, you will play a vital role in shaping campers’ understanding of Israel and Judaism. You’ll develop and lead innovative educational programs that explore themes of Jewish life, culture, and history, as well as mentor counselors to create and deliver their own activities. Additionally, you’ll help plan and facilitate Shabbat programming that brings the camp community together in celebration. Our summer dates are June 18th-August 18th.

Responsibilities

Program Design & Implementation
Develop and lead Israel and Jewish education programs that inspire curiosity and foster connection, including lessons, discussions, and creative activities on topics like Israeli culture, Jewish values, and historical themes.
Run these programs for campers of various age groups, ensuring they are interactive, age-appropriate, and memorable.
Staff Collaboration & Program Support
Collaborate with counselors to help them design and implement their own Israel and Jewish education activities, providing guidance on content, structure, and engagement techniques.
Integrate Israel and Jewish education themes into broader camp programming to create a cohesive learning environment.
Shabbat Programming
Plan and facilitate Shabbat experiences, including services, rituals, and activities that foster a sense of community, reflection, and celebration.
Engage campers and staff in a way that makes Shabbat a meaningful part of camp life, accommodating a range of observance levels and backgrounds.
Community Engagement
Actively participate in the camp community, collaborating with fellow staff and leadership to create a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere.
Serve as a resource for campers and counselors on topics related to Israel and Jewish life, fostering a culture of open dialogue and learning.
Qualifications

Experience in curriculum development, program facilitation, and/or Shabbat or Jewish ritual planning.
Strong knowledge of Israeli culture, Jewish history, and Jewish traditions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and mentor others.
Experience working with youth in a camp or educational setting is a plus.
What Sets You Apart

A deep commitment to Israel and Jewish education, with a passion for inspiring young people.
Creativity in designing interactive and engaging educational experiences.
Adaptability in a dynamic camp setting, with a collaborative, positive approach.
Enthusiastic, flexible, and motivated to foster community through Jewish learning and traditions.
How to Apply: If you’re ready to make an impact and bring your passion for Israel and Jewish education to life, submit your resume to rachel@cyjsproutlake.org.

Join us for a summer of connection, growth, and unforgettable learning experiences!