As counselors, the needs of our campers come First. Our goal is to guide campers, set examples for them,
and help them to make good decisions. Doing this is not easy and requires us to think of others before ourselves
Being a camp counselor or staff member is an incredibly rewarding experience, and it is also hard work because
of the time commitment and the responsibility for the emotional and physical safety of children. We take this
responsibility very seriously and expect our counselors to be outstanding, responsible and dedicated role models
for children and other staff. To have the opportunity to have a significant positive impact on young people is an
invaluable experience, and one that will serve you well regardless of what field you choose to pursue.
Below is a summary of the basic qualifications we expect of all our staff on every level. The specific job openings and descriptions follow.
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Basic Staff Qualifications:
Desire and ability to work with children and live in a close-knit environment
Team Player
Ability to set a good example for campers and others including cleanliness, punctuality, sharing clean-up and chores, and sportsmanship
Willingness to follow camp rules and regulations pertaining to smoking, alcohol and drugs
Respect for personal property, camp equipment, and facilities
Enthusiasm for the outdoors, music and the program Jam Camp offers
Accepting of diversity in religions, ethnicity, culture, and race
Able to treat all campers and staff fairly
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Employment Opportunites
Job Description:The Head Counselor should be a mature person with a proven interest in working with young people.
Under the direction of the Camp Director, she/he is responsible for monitoring, leading, and supervising all counselors and campers.
Additionally, the Head Counselor coordinates and implements the recreational and nature focused programs and activities for all
non-class phases of the program. Areas of responsibility include camper-counselor interactions, social activities of campers
(i.e. ‘icebreakers’, all-camp non-performing arts activities like stargazing, group games, carnivals, etc),
and the arbiter of discipline and support for both counselors and campers.
Desired Qualifications:
Ability to work with young people
Enthusiastic, mature, responsible, creative, and good sense of humor
Good communication, leadership, and problem solving skills
Ability to work well with other staff members
Love of music and the outdoors. Musical proficiency a plus
Good references supporting your character and past employment
Current First Aid/CPR certification
Responsibilities:
Uphold all rules, regulations, and principles of Jam Camp West
Program and facilitate Counselor and Counselor in Training ( CIT ) training (pre-camp: in town in spring for one day, at camp one day)
Provide instruction and leadership to CIT participants
Guide regular meetings for counselors and CITs at camp, and provide group activities for CITs as appropriate
Help organize and implement evening activities
Act as a positive role model
Serve as arbiter of personal conflicts
Inventory all supplies before and after session
Fully participate in the opening and closing of the camp
Provide precise and accurate feedback and assessments of campers’ attitudes, needs and progress as required
Communicate with Camp Director regularly
Perform counseling duties with passion and enthusiasm, and address all problems, issues and/or challenges that may arise in a calm, thoughtful and measured manner
Salary: DOE,full room and board for camp duration
Job Description:Under direction of senior staff, counselors are primarily responsible for well being of their assigned
group of approximately 8 campers (with the assistance of a designated CIT). Counselors serve as the nurturer, ‘big brother/sister’
and friend for campers, making sure they know where and when to go during the day, and that they feel at home with their group and at camp.
Counselors sleep in a cabin with their campers. Counselors are also responsible for keeping their assigned CIT on track, and are considered
to be their “trainer and mentor”, with the support of the Head Counselor.
Desired Qualifications:
Age 21 and up
Ability and desire to work with children
Enthusiastic, responsible, creative, and good sense of humor
Good communication, leadership, and problem solving skills
Love of music and the outdoors
Ability to accept guidance and supervision
Ability to demonstrate proper etiquette (behavior, safety, emergency procedures, cleanliness, etc.)
Good character, integrity, ability to be flexible and patient
Musical proficiency not necessary but preference will be given to candidates with music or naturalist background
Current First Aid/CPR certification
Responsibilities:
Provide a safe environment for campers and self
Act as a positive role model for campers
Communicate with Head Counselor regularly
Follow through with all required paperwork as required
Develop opportunities for interaction between campers and staff
Supervise cabin group throughout the day, including wake up, cabin clean-up, meals, rest hour, showers, activities, bedtime, etc. Know location and activity of each camper at all times
Assist in teaching or leading one to three activities, as assigned
Enforce camp safety regulations
Instruct campers in emergency procedures
Carry out other duties as designated
Salary: 360.00 per session, full room and board for camp duration
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To apply for any of the positions below, send a cover letter, resume, and the phone numbers of three references to:
Jam Camp West
2501 Harrison Street
Oakland, CA 94612
Attention: Deborah Knapp |
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info@jazzcampwest.com Rhythmic Concepts, Inc., 2501 Harrison St., Oakland, CA 94612
Tel: 510.287.8880 |
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