Work At Camp

As a staff member at EKC you will enjoy the opportunity for personal and professional growth, and
develop friendships that will last a lifetime. Our staff consists of young adults and adults from all over
the world including graduate students, teachers, social workers, and professionals. Working at summer
camp is different than any other job in the world and can be one of the most rewarding experiences of a
lifetime.

Do you want to complete an internship at Camp or are you looking to fulfill your school’s internship requirement? GREAT NEWS – you can complete internship credits while working at EKC all summer! Every summer we have staff who complete internships while working as head staff, counselors, and specialists. If this is something you’re thinking about – talk to us and let us help make Camp into your internship! Click here to learn more about internships at EKC: Summer Internships at EKC

For questions or more information about working at camp, please contact Aaron Cantor at acantor@jccpgh.org.

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Why work at EKC?

Make a difference in lives of children
Opportunity to work outdoors and in nature
Network with amazing people from all around the world
Dynamic staff culture with social activities in and out of camp
Develop 21st century skills that employers are currently seeking such as communication,
leadership, problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and work ethic
Competitive salary and EKC will pay for any certifications or re-certifications required such as
Lifeguarding
Housing and three meals a day provided for those who live on site
Have an awesome summer!

Emma Kaufmann Camp is open and accessible to everyone, regardless of age, race, religion, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or special need by welcoming individuals
of all backgrounds, embracing their uniqueness and diversity under our communal tent.

Frequently Asked Questions

AVAILABLE JOBS

General Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Counselors are responsible for overseeing the primary care of all campers in the cabin to which they are assigned. This includes the health, safety, hygiene and whereabouts of every camper, as well as maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of cabin, and properly handling and maintaining all camp equipment used by the cabin group. Counselors must be a positive role model, camper focused and able to set and follow through with camper expectations. A counselor must demonstrate sound judgment and establish a nurturing and safe environment for all campers. Counselors will work in partnership with and report to their Unit Heads.

General Counselor Job Description

Activity Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Activity counselors share the same responsibilities of counselors. However, activity counselors are assigned to work in a specific program area of camp such as the Lake or the Ropes Course. Activity counselors are responsible for instructing and leading activities to teach campers new skills and provide new experiences. Activity counselors may be required to write lesson plans and maintain the facility and equipment in their program area. When not working in their program area, activity counselors function as a counselor for their cabin group. They are expected to eat meals with the cabin group, participate in nightly Sikkum moments (end-of-day wrap up activity), and participate in unit programs. Activity Counselors report to their Unit Heads with any camper related concerns, and to their Specialty Supervisor with any program related concerns.

Available Activity Counselor Positions: Lake, Pool, Athletics, Ropes Course, Outdoor Adventure, Horseback Riding, Art, Theatre, Dance, Gymnastics, Music, Media

Activity Counselor Job Description

Program Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Specialists are assigned to work in a specific program area of camp. Like activity counselors, Specialists are responsible for instructing and leading activities to teach campers new skills and provide new experiences. Specialists may be required to write lesson plans and maintain the facility and equipment in their program area.

Available Program Specialist Positions: Lake, Pool, Athletics, Ropes Course, Outdoor Adventure, Horseback Riding, Art, Theatre, Dance, Gymnastics, Music, Media, Cooking

Program Specialist Job Description

Unit Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Unit Heads are leaders responsible for overseeing a specific unit of campers and counselors in camp, while fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. Responsibilities include camper and staff well-being, staff training, program planning and execution.

Units

Sabra: Rising 2nd – 4th Graders
Kineret: Rising 5th – 6th Graders
Halutzim: Rising 7th – 8th Graders
Teens: Rising 9th – 10th Graders

Staff-in-Training (SIT) – Rising 11th Graders

Unit Head Job Description

Program Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Program supervisors are responsible for the planning and delivery of all programs in a specific program area of camp. Program supervisors are responsible for the health, safety, and where about of campers and staff in the program area, and oversee the cleanliness and appearance of the program area, and proper handling and maintenance of all camp equipment. Supervisors are responsible for direct supervision of all staff assigned to the program area including on-going training and providing feedback.

Available Positions: Pool, Lake, Athletics, Outdoor Education, Ropes Course, Art, Horseback Riding

Specialty Supervisor Job Description

Camper Care Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Camper Care specialists are Health and Wellness professionals embedded within the units that act as first-point of contacts for parents with any camper related concerns. They partner with unit heads and counselors to meet the individual needs of all campers and ensure that all campers are happy, healthy, and safe while at camp.

Camper Care Specialist Job Description

Inclusion Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Inclusion Coordinator is responsible for modeling, teaching, and implementing inclusive approaches in the camp setting and greater community.

Inclusion Coordinator Job Description

Media

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Media team is responsible for overseeing the documentation and reporting of camp life through video, photos, social media, and the blog.

EKC Job Description – Media Director

EKC Job Description – Videographer

Nurse

JOB DESCRIPTION

The position of Camp Nurse has been established to provide medical assistance to the camp community while Camp is in session. The duties assigned to the Camp Nurses are meant as a guideline to establish a high quality of care. Qualities such as high reliability, attention to detail, ability to follow directions and a willingness to learn are vital to this position. A prerequisite of this position is a current NP, RN or LPN license by the agreed upon start date. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Nurses will be able to work a variety of 8, 10, and 12 hour shifts.

EKC Nurse Job Description – Nurse

EKC Nurse Job Description – Overnight Nurse

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