Camp Counselor K-5 - Camp Shalom
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Job No: 23808
Division/Organization: Camp Shalom
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: 7762 County Road PD Verona, WI 53593 (not on bus line)
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $10.50 to $10.50
Job Categories: Athletics, Sports, and Recreation, Child Development and Care, Education and Training, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, Summer Off-Campus Opportunities
Department Overview:
What is Camp Shalom? Camp Shalom, a program of the Jewish Federation of Madison, is an inclusive summer day camp for children and teens, guided by Jewish values, that fosters personal development, friendship, and community. Led by experienced and nurturing staff on over 154 picturesque acres in Verona, campers and staff of all faiths, ethnicities, identities, and abilities play and learn through engaging and innovative activities, including aquatics, sports, arts and crafts, nature, Jewish enrichment, and team building. Camp Shalom was established in 1954 and is the oldest and largest day camp in Dane County, serving over 1000 children over the summer.
Anticipated Hours Per Week
37
Schedule:
Our day camp runs on weekdays from 9am-4pm, leaving most evenings and all weekends free!
Salary/Wage Range:
Hourly $10.50 to $10.50
Number Of Positions
30
Position Summary/Job Duties:
The basics: Camp Shalom counselors typically work in groups with 12-16 campers and 3-4 counselors. They plan and lead a variety of engaging activities, work to build a strong sense of community among campers, and maintain a physically, emotionally, and socially safe camp environment for all. The ideal candidate has or wants to have childcare, team leadership, and teaching experience; is building strong people skills, including communication, good judgment, and humor; enjoys an energetic team environment; and wants to make meaningful connections with peers and kids.
Learn more through our website and full position description !
Qualifications:
The following are required:
Must be 18+
Upon hire, completion of First Aid and CPR certification. (Camp will hold pre-camp trainings at no cost to staff)
Complete mandatory staff training week and all required paperwork
Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities
Ability to work as a member of a team and to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision
Strong organizational and communication skills
Enthusiasm for working with children and adolescents
Respect for diverse traditions, experiences, cultures, and abilities
Physical Demands
Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities including swimming, hiking, arts and crafts, sports, games and more.
Application Instructions:
See link to apply. https://www.jewishmadison.org/camp-shalom/work-at-camp-shalom
Contact:
Org: Camp Shalom Web: https://www.jewishmadison.org/camp-shalom/work-at-camp-shalom Email: campshalom@jewishmadison.org
Advertised: April 17, 2024 05:00 AM CST Central Standard Time
Applications close: May 17, 2024 05:00 AM CST Central Standard Time
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