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Accrisoft Corporation

Summer 2026 Teen Camp Counselor (6-8th Grade)

Accrisoft Corporation, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Description

SANDRA AND LEON LEVINE JCC The Sandra and Leon Levine Jewish Community Center is a non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values. The Center provides and initiates diversified social, educational, recreational and cultural programs within a Jewish setting. The JCC is a partner in serving the community, is affiliated with the JCC Association of North America and a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte.

Qualifications/Attributes

Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and patience.

Ability to take guidance and supervision.

Activity skills and the ability to transmit/teach skills to campers.

Ability to relate to other counselors and children.

Be flexible and ready to meet changing work needs and demands.

Be open to feedback and desire to grow professionally.

POSITION PURPOSE The Teen Camp Counselor is responsible for providing for the social, emotional and educational needs of each camper and the group as a whole during the camp season.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the supervision of Unit Heads, Counselors are responsible for planning, conducting, and supervising a variety of recreational activities for campers in 6th - 8th Grade in a day camp setting, as well as the care and supervision of the campers assigned to their group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in staff training prior to the beginning of the camp program.

Supervision of a camp group (groups vary in size).

Supervise health, safety and activities of campers.

Follow weekly schedule of events and special activities.

Teach/assist in all areas.

Take initiative to analyze and solve problems.

Supervise and participate with campers in all daily activities.

Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques.

Prepare camper reports and records as required.

Participate in parent related programs such as “Meet the Counselor”.

Attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings and trainings.

Interact with parents in a professional and polite manner.

Supervise, encourage and teach junior camp staff as assigned.

Any other responsibilities as assigned by Camp Director.

Assist in the clean-up of all activities and lunch area.

Write weekly Camper notes to be sent home.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age or older preferred.

Camping and/or leadership experience.

Good communication skills and ability to work well with children.

Good character and integrity.

The desire to work with middle schoolers in a day-camp setting.

Commitment to building a safe, Teen-focused community.

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