2026 Summer Camp Counselor

Jewish Silicon ValleyLos Gatos, CA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Position: Summer Camp Counselor

Department: Youth & Camp

Classification: Seasonal, non-benefitted, At-Will, June 2026 - Aug. 2026

Reports to: Reports to the Youth & Camp Director

Summary:

Under the direction of the Camp & Youth Director, the Camp Counselor will interact with and supervise campers aged 5-15 years old. Camp Counselors will assist with planning and implementing daily camp activities for a group of campers. Work to ensure that the camp operates in a safe manner at all times and ensure the implementation of group activities while creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience for all. Camp Counselors are expected to uphold, and role model the values of Camp Shalom. Time commitment for this position is 8:30am-5:00pm Monday Through Friday during the months of June-August, additional hours as needed. Must be able to commit to the majority of 9 weeks, June 1st - July 31st, 2026, with the option to remain on through August 14th for Post-Camp August 3rd-14th, 2026.

Areas of Responsibility

Must have the knowledge of campers' whereabouts at all times.
Actively facilitates camper development in recreational activities, social skills development, values, multi-cultural and environmental awareness.
Maintain a positive attitude and conduct with the staff team as a positive role model.
Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of daily camp activities.
Adhere to and enforce camp policies and procedures in a safe manner at all times.
Attendance at staff meetings and pre-camp training (mandatory)
Be prompt to all work shifts and assignments adhering to the daily camp schedule and operating calendar.
Maintains all camp equipment and supplies.
Care about and give attention to campers' needs.
Performs all other duties as assigned by Camp Leadership.

Ability to work traditional business hours as well as non-traditional hours as business

Effect on End Result: The effectiveness of this position will be measured by:

Purposeful and coordinated programs that advance Camp and JSV strategic goals, good public relations, sound financial position, and good records systems.
A positive working environment that allows for creative thinking, positive attitudes, teamwork, and self-development.
Permeation of Tiferet (contributing to the greater good) throughout all JSV programs, services, and interactions. This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

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Jewish Silicon Valley is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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