Camp Positions

Camp PositionsJewish Community Center of San Francisco3200 California StreetSan Francisco, CA 94118SALARY RANGE$18.67 - $21.00 per hourThe JCCSF Summer Camp is now hiring Camp Counselors for 2025!Summer Camp at the JCCSF offers one-week to three-week sessions in traditional day camp and specialty camp settings for campers in grades K-10. Our classic day camps feature arts & crafts, STEAM projects, and sports. Specialty camps include visual arts, nature exploration, musical theater, science and more.As a camp counselor, you'll be helping children create lifelong memories. At the same time, you'll build your leadership skills, boost your resume and have a blast!Summer Camp is in session June 2 - August 22, 2025.RESPONSIBILITIESBe the primary role model for a group of campers, grades K through 10Create a safe, supportive environment for campersPlan, organize and supervise fun and age-appropriate activitiesHelp lead lesson plans and support indoor and outdoor programmingSet clear, consistent limits and resolve behavioral challenges with help from supervisorsTake on additional responsibilities as requiredSTATUSSeasonal, Non-benefited, non-exempt positionHOURS37.5 hours per week from 6/2/2025 - 8/22/2025SCHEDULEStaff training June 2, 2025 - June 6, 2025Summer Direct Service Hours: June 9, 2025 - August 22, 2025Work hours: 8:15 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - FridayMinimum Qualifications:REQUIREMENTSMust be at least 16 with a valid work permitWilling to commit to ten weeks of camp plus our staff training week (applicants who can commit to the greatest number of weeks will be prioritized)A team playerExperience working with children ages 5 through 15, preferably in a camp settingWarm, open and able to respond sensitively to diverse groups of childrenInterested in creating, planning and facilitating group activitiesAppropriately silly and imaginative at playAdept at juggling attention to one camper while supervising large groupsEnthusiastic, flexible and able to improvise (a must)WORKING CONDITIONSWill be working directly with and mainly responsible for youth aged 5-13. Camps take place in a variety of locations, both indoors (classrooms, basketball gym, art studio, catering kitchen) and outdoors (field trips, sports field, playgrounds). Locations are dependent on which camp type the counselors are assigned. Assignments can be made with consideration of counselor preferences.Counselors are required to participate in swim-based activities with campers, in 3-5 feet of water, and must wear appropriate swim attire.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to lift equipment/supplies/assorted material of up to 50lbs, with or without assistance. Work entails standing and walking throughout the day.Agency Information:Urban and inclusive, the Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (JCCSF) celebrates our vibrant city and its people. We explore Jewish culture and traditions as a pathway for joyful, meaningful living. We're a community for everyone, using the power of gathering together to share, inspire, support and restore. The JCCSF is located in San Francisco, CA at 3200 California Street (at Presidio). #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17