- Willing and excited to teach, work and relate successfully with campers ages 5-18.
- Able to coordinate a variety of program activities in a camp setting.
- Confident in your leadership abilities.
- Willing to participate in training to develop physical, professional and behavior management skills.
- Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
- Ability to think and act calmly in a crisis.
- Positive approach to all Camp rules, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrated maturity, sense of humor, integrity, and flexibility.
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Current First Aid and CPR certification or will be provided.
- Current Lifeguard certification required or will be provided.
- Live in a variety of quarters with other staff outdoors which may include, but not limited to sleeping directly on the ground, primitive camping, rustic cabins, or dormitory cabins.
- Must possess strength and endurance, and emotional well-being required to maintain supervision of campers.
- Ability to go without personal electronic devices for several days at a time while on duty.
- Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, climbing, and stretching.
- Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to manipulate outdoor and camp equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- Daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.
- Hiking or walking long distances; up to 3-5 miles per day.
- Supervise 10-40 campers each session with support from other unit staff.
- Lead in the planning, coordination, and delivery of camp program specific to your assigned unit.
- Comfortable working with girls ages 5-18.
- Works collaboratively with team to ensure active involvement of campers and staff in the overall camp program.
- Responsible for leading general activities such as arts and crafts, nature, science and sports and games.
- Ensure the proper care, use, and maintenance of equipment or materials used for camper activities.
- Participate in pre and post camp training, inventory, and general clean-up as assigned.
- Lead fun and meaningful activities for campers.
- Model constructive and enthusiastic participation in all program areas.
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with camper and staff.
- Complete detailed and thoughtful Camper Highlights forms.
- Prioritize the needs of campers.
- Provide an environment where every camper/ Girl Scout feels welcome, safe, and included.
- Supervise all assigned aspects of the campers' day including morning wake-up, cabin clean-up, unit program, mealtimes, rest hour, evening activities, getting ready for bed, and other after-lights out duties.
- Help staff and campers to respect others, demonstrate how to appreciate differences and similarities so that campers get the most out of their stay at camp.
- Ensure that unit activities are carried out in accordance with safety standards.
- Apply behavioral management techniques alongside fellow counselors and leaders.
- Be familiar with the council emergency action plan and procedures.
- Maintain the cleanliness of all facilities; including but not limited to camp staff living areas, bathrooms, restocking of necessary supplies, garbage/recycling, and campfire areas.
- Ensure camper health needs are met. This includes and is not limited to knowledge of medications schedules, allergies, dietary restrictions, monitoring campers' water intake, and use of sunscreen.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information regarding campers or staff members.
- Support staff and campers in established emergency procedures such as fire drills, evacuations, etc. and understand your role in crisis management.
- Adhere to established routines, schedules, and procedures for camp operation.
- Share camper and staff photos/stories regularly with administration for camp social media purposes.
- Maintain clear and positive verbal communication with all campers, co-workers, and parent/guardians.
- Honor diversity by ensuring that all materials, activities, and programs are reflective of the interests, values, and needs of all campers.
- Address conflicts between staff and/or campers.
- Support and promote campers and fellow staff to take risks and seek challenges.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- First Aid and CPR certification (provided at Staff Training).
- Cognitive and communicative ability to manage multiple complex tasks and follow instruction.
- Ability to identify and respond to needs of campers, self, and other staff members.
- This position is designated as a safety sensitive position.
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Description
Summary/Objective:
Under moderate supervision, provide an effective day, hybrid, mini resident, and/or resident camp experience by engaging and supporting campers. Unit Counselors coordinate and develop programs, ensure active involvement in all aspects of camp, encourage self-growth and camper growth, and enthusiastically promote the Girl scout Mission. Under minimal supervision, provide an effective lifeguard assistance and support to water programs included but not limited to pools, ponds or lakes by facilitating program for campers a week and work directly with girls.
You are/ You have:
Reports to: Unit leader, Administrative Staff & Camp Director
FLSA Status: Seasonal- Exempt
Pay: Daily/Weekly Rate
Essential Functions:
Physical & Mental Demands:
Program
**Additional opportunities to become instructor certified in lifeguarding, mountain biking, watercrafts, archery, challenge course, and/or Rockwall/Zipline- Ask for more details during your scheduled interview**
Staff & Camper Support
Health & Safety
Systems & Communication
Positive Relationships
Eligibility Qualifications:
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