Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.79 / hour Dates of Camp: Regular Camp session is Monday, June 9, 2025 - Friday, August 9, 2025. Additional work available through Wednesday, August 15, 2025 for Post Camp.    The Place: The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC) is an exciting and innovative non-profit organization in the heart of Silicon Valley. We create fun, meaningful, inclusive and joyful experiences through educational, social, cultural, spiritual, fitness and wellness programs. Join us! Year-round positions available!   The Job:  Are you passionate about working with youth and teens in an engaging summer camp environment? If so , this this might be the job for you!  Under the direction of the Camp Directors, you will be responsible for interacting with and supervising children ranging from 4-12 years old during the extended care program. As a PM Camp Care Counselor you are also responsible for assisting the J-Camp Counselors with daily care in a variety of camper groups.  Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, supervising, and carrying out activities that will assist children in their personal growth and daily living skills.  The Core Duties:  + Supervise an assigned group of campers during the extended camp day to ensure the safety of the child + Create and implement age appropriate activities for PM Care + Participate in Shabbat, leading songs and activities with other counselors. + Be a role model to campers and staff by maintaining a positive attitude when interacting with campers. + Handle and address parent concerns and questions promptly and appropriately; informing Camp Director when relevant The Essentials: + At least 16 years of age + 1+ years of experience working with youth in a camp or other recreational setting + Ability to interact with all age levels + Certified in CPR for Children and Adults (or ability to obtain certification upon employment) + Strong interpersonal and communication skills.  Ability to communicate information clearly (both written and oral) + Extremely organized and detailed oriented ; Ability to work with tight deadlines + Ability to make sound independent judgment and decisions when circumstances arise + Positive, upbeat and enthusiastic about working with children + Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with a diverse group that includes OFJCC staff, parents, children and the public Visit www.paloaltojcc.org for more! Powered by JazzHR