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Junior Camp Counselor

@ JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

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Vancouver, British Columbia

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Overview

Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver is recruiting volunteer Junior Camp Counselors to support Camp Shalom programming for children ages 5 to 9. The role assists Senior Counselors with daily routines, activities and camp logistics under direct supervision, from September 25, 2026 to June 1, 2027. The position is volunteer and framed as a leadership-development opportunity for youth.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Senior Counselors with daily camp activities and routines
  • Help prepare materials and tidy activity spaces
  • Support children during transitions and activities under supervision
  • Attend mandatory staff training and team meetings

Requirements summary:

  • Interest in working with children ages 5 to 9
  • Willingness to learn and take direction
  • Friendly, reliable and respectful attitude
  • Commitment to a safe, inclusive camp environment

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LeadershipStaff trainingCommunication skills
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Employer posting date
2026-08-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-23
Source record updated
2026-11-06

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Job details

SeniorityNo experience needed
DepartmentCustomer service
Scheduleday
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, School
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer none

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JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER

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The JCC of Greater Vancouver offers exceptional cultural, educational, recreational and social programs and services. Everyone is welcome to join our diverse community and enjoy our fitness programs, aquatics, pre-school and daycare, camp, dance and music classes, arts and culture, and holiday events for children, adults, seniors and families.

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Reported office locations
  • 950 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, CA
Business categories
  • Religion
  • Communities
  • Education
Other recorded names
  • JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTRE OF GREATER VANCOUVER
  • Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver
Specialties
  • Community Centre
  • Fitness
  • Library
  • Art Gallery
  • Theatre
  • Early Education
  • Camp
  • Inclusion
  • Fitness
  • Aquatics
  • Performing Arts
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Culture
  • Israeli Culture
  • Jewish Education
  • Sports
  • Preschool
  • Daycare
  • and 55+
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The JCC of Greater Vancouver offers exceptional cultural, educational, recreational and social programs and services. Everyone is welcome to join our diverse community and enjoy our fitness programs, aquatics, pre-school and daycare, camp, dance and music classes, arts and culture, and holiday events for children, adults, seniors and families.

FieldValue
IndustryWellness and Fitness Services
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, British Columbia
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded1928
SpecialtiesCommunity CentreFitnessLibraryArt GalleryTheatreEarly EducationCampInclusionFitnessAquatics
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Job description

Camp Junior Counselor (Volunteer)

Position Summary
The Camp Junior Counselor is a volunteer support role that assists Senior Counselors and Camp Leadership in delivering Camp Shalom programming for children ages 5–9. Junior Counselors work under the direct supervision of Senior Counselors and Camp Leadership and help create a safe, welcoming, and fun environment that reflects Jewish values and the spirit of the Jewish Community Centre.

This position is designed as a learning and leadership-development opportunity for youth volunteers.

This is a volunteer position.

Dates September 25, 2026 - June 1, 2027

Reports to: Camp Shalom Director and Camp Assistant Director

Key Responsibilities

Supporting Camp Programs

  • Assist Senior Counselors with activities and daily routines helping to create a positive and inviting environment for campers.

  • Help prepare materials, set up activities, and tidy activity spaces.

  • Actively participate in morning greetings, mifkad (morning circle), activities, field trips, camping trips, and rad hayom (end-of-day circle) pick up and staff meetings.

  • Support group transitions (moving between activities, washroom breaks, snack times, etc.).

  • Follow direction from Senior Counselors and Camp Leadership at all times.

  • Attend mandatory staff training.

Supporting Children (Under Supervision)

  • Help create a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment for campers.

  • Support children during activities by encouraging participation and positive behaviour.

  • Alert a Senior Counselor or Camp Supervisor if a camper needs help, support, or attention.

  • Assist with simple supervision tasks only as directed by a Senior Counselor.

Junior Counselors do not provide primary supervision of campers and do not manage behaviour, medical needs, or safety situations independently.

Supporting the Camp Team

  • Be flexible and assist in different areas of camp as needed.

  • Work cooperatively with other Junior Counselors and Senior Counselors.

  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude as a role model for campers.

End-of-Program Support

  • Assist with clean-up of activity areas and equipment.

  • Help organize and return supplies to storage under staff direction.

Important Scope of the Role

  • Junior Counselors always work under the oversight of Senior Counselors and Camp Leadership.

  • Junior Counselors are not responsible for parent or family communication.

  • Any questions, concerns, or incidents must be immediately referred to a Senior Counselor or Camp Leadership.

Qualifications

  • Interest in working with children ages 5–9.

  • Willingness to learn and take direction in a structured camp environment.

  • Friendly, reliable, and respectful attitude.

  • Ability to work as part of a team.

  • Commitment to creating a safe and inclusive camp environment.

  • Previous camp or youth leadership experience is an asset, but not required.


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