We’re looking for the best staff for Summer 2023!

Keshet Day Camp Counselors act as a primary staff member for campers who need additional support. Counselors are paired with 1 or 2 campers with special needs alongside a camp group. Counselors are expected to look out for each camper’s health, safety and happiness while integrating into camp life. If applicable, day camp staff will ride the bus and attend before/after care with their assigned camper. Counselors will be matched at the program location and child that will be the best fit for them. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old or going into your junior year of high school to apply.  

We recently increased salaries for day camp counselors! You can earn more while making a difference in a child’s life. 

Keshet Overnight Camp Counselors act as a primary staff member for campers who need additional support. Counselors are paired with 1 or 2 campers with special needs. Counselors are expected to look out for each camper’s health, safety and happiness while integrating into overnight camp life. Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years old or going into your senior year of high school to apply. 

Keshet Head Counselors are staff who serve as resources for other staff in trouble-shooting and problem-solving while still working as a counselor. To be considered for a head counselor, staff need to be returning to Keshet and have successfully demonstrated the ability to work with multiple campers and behaviors. 

Site Assistants require previous work in special education and/or camping. A Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, special education, psychology or a related field preferred. Duties include assisting site director in planning, scheduling, camper management and staff supervision. Must be a returner to Keshet or have previous managerial experience in a related field, and be at least 21 years old to apply.

Site Directors are the head supervisory staff at their sites. Directors report directly to Keshet Program Managers and work with Camp Directors and its leadership team. Pre summer planning and work is required and is compensated within the position. Directors must have previous supervision experience, work experience in camping and/or special education. A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field is required. Must be a returner to Keshet or have previous managerial experience in a related field, be at least 21 years old and have a college degree to apply.

Para-Educators work at our Extended School Year Program (ESY) as well as our Teen and Tween Day camp program at Ida Crown Jewish Academy. Must be a minimum of 19 years old and be eligible for an ISBE Paraprofessional License to apply for this position.