J Sports Academy: General Counselor
About Us: J Sports Academy is the Sports Day Camp of the Shames JCC on the Hudson, a non-sectarian community center providing meaningful experiences for individuals and families throughout their lives. Through a multi-sport and high-performance model, J Sports Academy offers engaging, skill-based programming that emphasizes teamwork, leadership, confidence, and a lifelong love of sport. We are a welcoming, inclusive community that values effort, sportsmanship, and growth—on and off the field.
Role Overview: We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as General Counselors. As a counselor, you will play a vital role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers to explore various sports and physical activities. If you have a passion for sports, enjoy working with children, and are excited about fostering a positive camp experience, we’d love to have you on board!
Timeline/Required Dates:
- June 20th, June 21st, and June 27th: Staff Orientation
- June 25th: Parent Orientation
- June 29th – August 14th: Camp in Session
- Monday–Friday: 8:15 am–4:15 pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure overall camper safety – physical, mental, emotional, and social health
- Collaborate with camp directors, head coaches, and co-counselors to carry out daily functions for campers and other camp matters
- Supervise and participate in all camper activities
- Assist in redirecting activities whenever necessary to keep children safe, engaged, and entertained
- Assist Aquatics program by ensuring safety in the locker rooms and pool deck, overseeing buddy board/sheets, and swimming in the pool with campers as needed
- Other duties as may be assigned
Requirements:
- Age 16 or older
- Available to work all required dates
- Experience as a high school or collegiate athlete
- Passion for working with children and playing sports
Click here to apply now or email info@jsportsacademy.org if you have any questions.
