Overnight Camp Counselor
$29,120–$35,360 year
Remote · Illinois, United States
Job Summary
As an Overnight Camp Counselor with Keshet, you will directly support 1-3 campers with disabilities during overnight camp programs, helping with daily needs, adapting activities to ensure participation, and fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment. You’ll be involved in supervising health and safety, modeling positive interactions, assisting with personal care and meal needs, participating in camp activities (including daily water activities), coordinating with site directors and fellow staff, and following individualized plans provided by supervisors or behavioral specialists. This role emphasizes hands-on leadership, empathy, collaboration with families and staff, and commitment to an inclusive camp experience, with compensation supplemented to ensure full-time equivalent wages and room, board, and transportation provided during on-site periods. The position is based in Illinois (remote option within IL) or Wisconsin, for a defined summer schedule between July and August 2026.
Required Qualifications
- Willingness to learn and implement best practices for supporting campers with disabilities in a recreational setting
- Demonstrated understanding of or openness to learning about Jewish cultural practices, values, and traditions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, campers, and families
- Patience, empathy, and adaptability in working one-on-one with campers who may have behavioral, emotional, or physical support needs
- Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment for all campers
- Ability to follow individualized plans and guidance provided by supervisors or behavioral specialists
- Prior experience working with children, especially in educational, recreational, or therapeutic settings (preferred but not required)
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