Who We Are
J&R Day Camp is located in Monroeville, PA. Owned and operated by the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, J&R is a co-ed day camp with an emphasis on team building, developing positive values, independence and premiere programming and activities. Our child-centered environment focuses on creating community and enriching the lives of our campers, families and staff. We serve children ages 5-14 through meaningful experiences that focus on building connections, teaching values, fostering individual growth and having fun. The JCC Day Camp experience supports, nourishes and sustains our campers, families and staff. We are professionals who have chosen to make a difference.
J&R Day Camp is open and accessible to everyone, regardless of age, race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or special need by welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, embracing their uniqueness and diversity under our communal tent.
J&R Day Camp strives to create connections among campers, families and staff. We grow our campers through the lens of strong Jewish values and morals. Our facilities and experiences create an atmosphere of safety and fun for each person involved.
General Responsibilities: Supervises campers and ensures their safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being. Maintains daily schedule for camper and ensure every child within your camp group is happy, healthy, safe and successful at camp and incorporate safety and support of their individual goals
Desired Qualifications:
- Desire and willingness to work with children outdoors in a day camp setting
- Must be at least 15 years old by June 16, 2025
- Ability to problem solve and be flexible as groups/campers need behavior/emotional/social support
- Willingness to become knowledgeable in Positive Behavior Support techniques and strategies
- Capacity to work with a broad range of people
- Ability and willingness to accept supervision and guidance
- Good character, integrity, and adaptability
Specific Responsibilities:
- Be responsible for the general health and safety of assigned campers
- Establish an atmosphere of security, enjoyment, and belonging for all campers
- Develop a positive relationship with each camper
- Be an active participant at camp. This looks like being fully engaged and active during the camp day (ex: playing games, modeling for staff, knowing campers’ names, etc.)
- Assist with managing concerns of assigned campers related to their social/emotional wellbeing in collaboration with Inclusion Consultant, Inclusion Coordinator, Inclusion Specialist and Unit Heads
- Partner with staff to meet the individual needs of all campers, especially those who struggle to adjust to the camp community
- Provide opportunities for all campers to be successful at camp
- Participate in Staff Orientation Week (June 16-20, 2025)
- Actively participate in all staff training and meetings
- Enforce camp safety regulations
- Work with Inclusion Coordinator, Specialists, and Consultants to implement behavior charts, visual schedules, etc. specific to individual camper needs
- Communicate and collaborate with Unit Head and Inclusion Coordinator daily
- Participate in group activities daily to better understand camper behaviors and group social dynamics to support counselors and specialists as they navigate and accommodate camper needs
- Communicate and collaborate professionally with other providers who might be supporting campers via other agencies
- Actively participate in all camper activities and specialty areas
- Set a good example in all areas of camp life, act as a role model and contributing member of the camp team
- Share all responsibilities with other staff assigned to camper group
- Be open to learning positive behavior support methodologies regardless of background/training/past experiences working with children
- Maintain an open mind related to functions of behavior related to camper needs
- Demonstrate resilience when collaborating with J&R staff and/or advocating for camper needs
- Display emotional maturity: Don’t be afraid to ask for help and/or acknowledge you are in the process of learning
- Remain at camp for late stays and overnights as necessary
Additional Responsibilities:
- Set a good example for campers including cleanliness, punctuality, sharing cleanup, and sportsmanship.
- Follow camp rules and regulations
- Encourage respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
- Manage personal time off in accordance with camp policy.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned
Compensation:
- Level 2 Counselor: $1,850-$2,500
- Level 3 Counselor: $2,550-$3,100
- Level 4 Counselor: $3,150-$3,500
- Level 5 Counselor: $3,550-$3,900
Bonuses: In order to be eligible for any bonus you must work a minimum of 6 weeks
- $350 completion bonus if you miss 10% or less of your contracted days to work or $500 for Perfect Attendance-49 days (Level 1 & 2 Counselors)
- $700 completion bonus if you miss 10% or less of your contracted days to work or $1,000 for Perfect Attendance-49 days (Level 3, 4, & 5 Counselors)
- $250 bonus if you refer a friend to work at camp for 4 weeks or more (max of 4 referrals)
- Bonuses will be awarded in final paycheck – at the discretion of the camp director
Perks:
- Free JCC membership during time of employment
- 5 guest passes to bring friends and family to use the facility (includes gym, pool, outdoor park)
- Lunch and snacks provided every day
- Camp t-shirt/tank top provided to wear every day of the week
- Staff appreciation throughout the summer
- Surprise swag given throughout the summer
- End of summer social
- Hump Day Dunkin Donuts every Wednesday
- Shabbat bagel breakfast every Friday
Physical Qualifications:
While performing duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally required to lift up to 40 pounds. The vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances and mandated reporter training.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to:
JCC of Greater Pittsburgh
Attn: Human Resources
5738 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217