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Find Your Why!

We are looking for special people to become part of our Ramah DC family. Working at Ramah is not just a job. It is an experience that develops skills in communication, problem-solving, program development, and more.  Check out our “Find Your Why” video to learn more about the benefits of working at camp from some of our awesome 2022 summer team.

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*New at RDC*

We have INCREASED counselor salaries across the board and restructured counselor positions to further define our leadership ladder. Check out the descriptions below to think about which role may be the best fit for you.

What To Expect at Your Ramah Day Camp Greater DC Staff Interview!

Counselor Positions

  • Madrich/a, $2100/summer
  • Returning madrich/a, $2400/summer
  • Menahel/et, $3100/summer
  • Returning menahel/et, $3400/summer

A madrich/a is typically 15-18 years old and will have completed at least one year of high school prior to working at RDC.  A menahel/et is typically 17-22 years old.  This role is most suitable for someone with two or more years of prior counselor experience and/or equivalent experience.  Click here to read the madrich/a and menahel/et job descriptions.

Other Open Positions

Applications are also being accepted for the following positions. Each role contains the minimum age to apply and summer salary.  Some job titles also have a click-through to a job description. (In addition to salaries listed below, returning staff in these categories will receive our returning bonus of $100).

Ramah Day Camp Greater DC offers generous camper tuition discounts for staff at both our day and overnight camps.

        • Archery Instructor (training included), 18+, $3100/summer
        • Climbing Wall Specialist, 18+, $3200/summer
        • Cooking (Bishul) Specialist, 18+, $3100/summer
        • Educator, 21+, $2450-3500/summer depending on part-time or full-time status
        • Farmer (Rosh Chava) Specialist, 18+, $4000-5000/summer – (click here for a job description)
        • Israeli & Modern Dance (Rikud) Instructor, 18+, $3000/summer
        • Sports Asst. (Asst. Rosh Sport), 18+, $3200/summer
        • STEM (Mada) Specialist, 18+, $3500/summer
        • Arts & Crafts Head (Rosh Omanut), 21+, $4000/summer – HIRED
        • Arts & Crafts Asst. (Omanut), 18+, $3200/summer – HIRED
        • Division Head (Rosh Edah), 21+, $5000/summer  (click here for a job description) – HIRED
        • Judaics Head (Rosh Yahadut), 22+, $4000/summer (click here for a job description) – HIRED
        • Mishlachat & Israel Programs Coordinator, $3500/summer (click here for a job description) – HIRED
        • Music (Shira) Specialist, 18+, $4000/summer – HIRED
        • Nature Specialist (Rosh Teva), 21+, $4000/summer – HIRED
        • Nurse, must be an EMT, CNA, or RN, $12,750+/summer (click here for a job description) – HIRED
        • Parent Liaison (Yoetz/et), 25+, $5000/summer  (click here for a job description) – HIRED
        • Sports Head (Rosh Sport), 21+, $4000/summer – HIRED
        • Transportation Coordinator, 18+, $4800/summer (click here for a job description) – HIRED

Start your application now:

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Want to earn even more MONEY??? Refer a friend and receive $50 for anyone who is accepted and works the entirety of their contract. Make sure you email Rabbi Jill to tell her who you referred — and have them list you on their application as well.

Ready to join us? To apply:

  1. New staff applicants must fill out a staff application by clicking the “Apply Now” button below.  Returning staff should click on the “Returning Staff Form” button below.
  2. New staff applicants: Please request three (3) written references from non-family members.  Your references will automatically receive an email with a link to the recommendation form when you complete your staff application. If they do not receive the email or you have any questions about references, please contact our office.  Returning staff do not need additional letters of recommendation.
  3. Questions? Contact Rabbi Jill Levy, Camp Director, via email or at (301) 658-2111.

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