Camp Chaverim

The Counselor In Training Program (CIT) is a rewarding, challenging and fun training program.  The CIT program is for those entering 9th grade and are ready for a new challenge of hands-on leadership.  Our CITs are individually selected because they have demonstrated the strong potential to successfully make the transition to staff member because of their maturity, responsibility, good judgement and teaching potential.

• The CITs will learn from our experienced counselors, rotate throughout all our camps, learn the process of filling out a job application and learn interview skills.
• CITs will have the opportunity to become CPR, First Aid, and AED certified through the American Red Cross. These certifications will better prepare CITs to handle situations that might arise at camp and throughout the academic year.

The benefits of participating in the Counselor in Training (CIT) program are endless! Upon completion of the program, all CITs are awarded with a certificate, a reference letter to use for future jobs. Additionally, all CIT participants will receive a summer membership to the JCC which grants access to the pool, gym, Hoover family park, and more!  CITs can choose to continue volunteering for the duration of camp if they so choose at the discretion of the CIT Director.  

For more information about this exciting program, please contact the Camp Office at 614-559-6279 or send an email to hschwartz@columbusjcc.org.