Staff FAQs
It is an amazing opportunity to make a difference. Not only will you be making a difference in the lives of children, you will also be having fun, and a lot of it! You will enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, archery, sports, tennis, dance, rock wall, and more. Another benefit to working at MJCCA Day Camps is the friendships you will make. Equally as important is that working at camp is a great resume builder. Where else can you be a teacher, nurse, guidance counselor, mentor, and role model all rolled up into one position? You will also gain valuable leadership and team building skills. Hiring professionals know that when they see camp on a resume that you possess many of the attributes they are looking for in a quality employee.
The core camp hours are approximately 7:45 am-4:45 pm. Staff have the additional opportunity to work one of the three additional roles: Working Before Camp Care (BCC), After Camp Care (ACC) or being a Bus Counselor. Before Camp Care arrival is at 7:15 a.m. After Camp Care staff work until 6:00 p.m. If you are a bus counselor, your hours will be determined by the bus stop locations.
Yes! At MJCCA Day Camps, we take staff training very seriously. You will participate in extensive training sessions and orientations in May prior to the start of camp. Your training will encompass health and safety at camp, child care, and diversity, tolerance, and inclusion. You will also receive training on communication and leadership skills. Of course we’ll discuss in detail a typical day of camp and day-to-day MJCCA Day Camps operations.
Staff training is mandatory to work at MJCCA Day Camps. Staff training will also include required Zoom calls during the school summer to keep updated on policies and procedures.
In order to work at MJCCA Day Camps, you must be a rising 10th grader or older. Our camp staff is comprised of high schoolers, college-aged staff, and adults. For rising 9th graders we offer SIT: Staff in Training Program.
Summer 2026 Staff Application is now LIVE! Apply now! We have all kinds of positions for summer: supervisors, counselors, coaches, activity leaders, administrative staff, health care professionals, and more! On your application, you will select one position to apply for and further in the application, you can share if you are interested in other positions too. All applicants must submit an application and at least 2 reference forms. We will only contact individuals who closely match the qualifications, experience, and availability required for our open positions. IF we are able to move forward with your application, we will contact you to setup an in-person or virtual interview.
Working at MJCCA Day Camps is a meaningful responsibility. Our campers count on our staff’s dedication and attendance to ensure a safe, engaging, and fun camp experience. When applying, you’ll have the opportunity to indicate which weeks you are available to work. All staff members are required to commit to a minimum of three weeks (not necessarily consecutive) to help maintain consistency throughout the summer.
We ask that personal appointments be scheduled outside of camp hours or during weeks you are not working. If a partial or full day off is needed, please provide your direct supervisor with at least two weeks’ notice so that proper coverage can be arranged. Additional details about scheduling commitments will be shared with hired staff.
Staff must wear an MJCCA Day Camps T-shirt (three provided), appropriate-length shorts or comfortable bottoms, and closed-toe shoes each day. If you need to purchase additional camp t-shirts, they are $5 each. You will be swimming with your campers daily, so bathing suits are also needed (bikinis are not allowed for camp staff members).
You should always bring a water bottle and your lunch as camp staff are not allowed to leave camp premises for lunch. Lunch does not have to be kosher. You should also bring your swimsuit & towel, sunscreen, and a backpack to hold everything during the day. You should NOT bring jewelry, cell phones, or other electronic devices. If you bring a cell phone to work, it will either need to be in your backpack or left in your car. We have a strict no cell phone policy at camp. Please be prepared for different weather conditions by bringing an umbrella or rain jacket in case of inclement weather.