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Day Camp Life Enrichment Camp Counselor

The J·Maryland Heights, Missouri

$19/hr·Temporary·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide one-on-one support to children with developmental disabilities during various camp activities. Responsibilities include managing behavior, assisting with personal care, and maintaining progress notes on camper goals.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • St.
  • Louis,
  • MO 63146Position
  • Type:
  • SeasonalEducation
  • Level:
  • High
  • SchoolSalary
  • Range: $19.00 - $19.00
  • HourlyTravel
  • Percentage:
  • NoneJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category:
  • Day
  • CampSummary: Our caring and enthusiastic Inclusion Counselors provide one on one support to children with developmental disabilities as they participate in regular camp programming and participate along with campers in a variety of activities including: swimming, outdoor activities, crafts, drama, sports, and nature. Camp runs Monday - Friday, June 1st - August 15th. Camp Counselors will start employment as of May 26th.

Responsibilities

  • Attend mandatory staff orientation and Parents’ Meet and Greet
  • Engage with campers at all times
  • Support camper as they participate in group or individual activities, helping them to be successful in all camp programs
  • Write and maintain progress notes pertaining to each camper’s goals
  • Make accommodations to activities, as needed, to allow the campers to fully participate
  • Facilitate transitions or sensory breaks as needed
  • Assist campers with personal care needs as needed
  • Appropriately manage crisis situations related to behavior or health as needed
  • Work cooperatively with counselors and specialist leading the program
  • Care for the physical and emotional well-being of campers at all times
  • Provide quality customer service at all times
  • Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving
  • Observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques
  • Enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
  • Attend all staff meetings throughout the summer
  • Maintain good attendance
  • Follow and enforce all JCC and Day Camp rules and regulations
  • These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassigned and other duties May be assigned as required. Qualifications

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school education level. The role requires the ability to engage with campers, enforce safety regulations, and attend mandatory orientation.

  • high school
  • Customer Service
  • Problem Solving
  • Behavior Management
  • Personal Care
  • Crisis Management
  • Activity Adaptation
  • Progress Note Documentation
  • Sensory Break Facilitation

Posting details

Employment type
Temporary
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19/hr
Location
Maryland Heights, Missouri
Posted
Jun 1, 2026
Application
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The J

ABOUT US The St. Louis Jewish Community Center (the J) is a multigenerational gathering place that enriches lives, builds community, promotes inclusivity, and creates meaningful Jewish experiences. We offer a variety of programs and services for the St. Louis Jewish community...

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryNon-profit Organizations
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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