Description

About the Opportunity

The Minnesota JCC seeks seasonal Summer Camp Counselors for the 2026 summer camp season. Camp Counselors are energetic, fun-loving individuals who are excited to work with youth as part of a summer camp team in a dynamic outdoor environment. Camp Counselors create a welcoming and positive group environment, are a good leader and mentor, help the group carry out planned activities, and ensure campers are having a safe and positive camp experience.  

Daily Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8-hour daily shifts, earliest arrival is 8:30am and latest departure is 4:30pm. May include evenings and weekends as needed.

Base Compensation:

$114 day (based on an 8-hour workday). Plus opportunities for additional pay/bonuses.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the health, safety, and welfare of all campers while at camp.  
• Attends and contributes to pre-camp training sessions, regularly scheduled staff meetings and training sessions once camp is in session. Participates in the open house and any family events.  
• Helps the group plan and carry out all activities.  
• Ensures that all campers are safe, involved in activities, and are having a positive experience.  
• Contributes to the planning and implementation of group times, unit programs, field trips, late nights, overnights, and cookouts as assigned.  
• Expected to get in the pool with the campers and fully participate in all other camp specialty activities.  
• Helps clean up camp areas (i.e. villages, tent, fields, lodge, etc.).  
• May be called upon to contribute some special skills, depending on ability, to the group’s or camp’s programs, such as leading games or songs.  
• If assigned, assumes share of responsibility for bus duty.
• Other tasks as assigned by the camp leaders.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Experience working with children desired, but not required.
• Passionate about making a positive impact on a young person’s life.

Abuse Risk Management 

• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with participants
• Attend required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high risk activities and supervising participants
• Report inappropriate behaviors and policy violations
• Follow mandated abuse reporting requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to verbally communicate with others. In the work setting, this is primarily an active role, which requires the employee to move around regularly. Additional physical requirements include lifting and moving items up to 25 lbs., standing, crouching, reaching. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this position. Activities, duties, and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment

The work environment will include regular interruptions, including children, parents, and staff moving through the area.

Summary

About Us

The Minnesota JCC provides meaningful programs and services for people of all backgrounds, ages, interests and abilities that promote well-being, foster inclusivity, and strengthen the entire community. Guided by Jewish values and culture, our programs include Early Childhood Educations, Summer Camps, Health & Wellness, Recreation, Youth & Teem Programing, Adult Enrichment, Inclusion Programming, Senior Supportive Services, Jewish Arts & Culture, and Special Events.

Our Values

The J is for Everyone 

We create spaces and opportunities where people feel safe, seen, and connected. When everyone belongs, our entire community grows stronger.

We Adapt for the Greater Good

We are rooted in purpose and flexible in approach. We are responsive to today and ready for tomorrow, even when the path ahead isn’t completely clear.

We Show Up Strong

We meet the moment. We take pride in what we deliver and how we deliver it. We aim high, prepare, and follow through, because people are counting on us.  

EEOC Statement

The Minnesota JCC provides equal opportunity to employees and applicants for employment in accordance with applicable laws. Personnel decisions are made based on merit and the needs of the organization. The Minnesota JCC does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other status protected by law.