Innovation and collaboration are the building blocks for a fun and successful summer! As such, each year we seek dynamic, experienced, and dependable individuals to join our team for the summer season.
General Roles for every Employee:
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Works with the JRA team to provide physical and emotional safety, enjoyment, and wellbeing for all campers.
- Supports the JRA mission to ensure that each camper has a safe, fun, and adventurous experience at JRA.
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Leads by example in respecting differences among campers and staff.
- Participates in all aspects of camp activities and sets a positive example for campers and others including punctuality and sportsmanship. Exudes fun!
Character Traits of a Successful Employee:
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Enthusiastic, patient, nurturing, good self-control, and sense of humor
- Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a busy camp setting
- Good character, integrity, and adaptability
Qualities & Qualifications of a Successful Employee:
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Previous camp experience is highly preferred
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First Aid and CPR certifications are highly regarded
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Ability to accept supervision and guidance
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Ability to relate to one's peer group
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Responsible for leading waterfront activity instruction in groups of all ages.
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Provides overall safety at the waterfront through supervision, instruction, and lifeguarding.
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Experience in boating, tubing, wake-boarding, paddle-boarding, kayaking, and other water activities.
Waterfront Counselors
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Duties include assisting Group Leads, AGLs, and waterfront staff with the waterfront schedule and activities; the main goal is camper safety and participation.
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First Aid certification and CPR certification is preferred
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Lifeguard certification is preferred.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
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Be actively engaged with children throughout a day
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May work long hours for extended periods of time which may include sitting or standing
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Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
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Works in varied and extreme weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
