JRA SUMMER POSITIONS

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:

• 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.
• 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:

• 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:

• Previous camp experience is highly preferred
• First Aid and CPR certifications are highly regarded
• Ability to accept supervision and guidance
• Ability to relate to one's peer group

Counselors/Counselors-In-Training, high school or high school graduate

• These positions work with the JRA team to provide physical and emotional safety, enjoyment, and wellbeing for all campers with whom you come into contact. Lead by example in respecting differences among campers and staff.
• Counselors/CITs Assist with campers with transition times. Refrain from, and encourage others from, discussing non-camp issues during camp time, especially in front of campers. Respect camper and staff confidentiality.
• These positions assist and participate with the JRA summer team in camp activities.
• These positions provide campers with physical and emotional safety and an overall positive camp experience.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be actively engaged with children throughout a day
• May work long hours for extended periods of time which may include sitting or standing
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
• Works in varied and extreme weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold