Commute Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Job Type
Temporary
Description
Who We Are
Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Working for Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) is much more than just a job; it's an opportunity to bring your talent, passion, and perspective to a girl-centric, mission driven organization. We are seeking individuals committed to making a difference and are enthusiastic team players who want to join an organization with a proud history and a growing future. Joining our staff means working to your full potential in a dynamic and diverse environment that strives for equity for all.
Position Summary: Maintain and enforce safe waterfront practices while implementing waterfront activities. Assist in the supervision of campers, staff, and volunteers during waterfront activity times. Be an active participant in the girls' experience and camp community. Uphold all camp policies, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of staff and campers.
Major Accountabilities:

• Consistently supervise campers and other waterfront attendees in structured and unstructured activities.
• Assist in maintaining the health and safety of all campers.
• Lead, supervise, or teach waterfront activities.
• Lifeguards in residence will assist in units and camp communities.
• Maintain an organized and clean facility, equipment, and supplies; report needed repairs.
• Assist in the opening, closing, and daily cleaning of the waterfront.
• Create a positive rapport with all campers and their parents.
• Help campers follow directions and rules.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Implement emergency procedures through regular practice of drills and in-service training.
• Maintain and ensure appropriate adult to girl ratios with groups.
• Effectively communicate instructions, issues, and needs with campers, staff, and supervisors.
• Cleaning, maintaining, and ensuring proper use of camp facilities and equipment.
• Keep records and return any required paperwork on time.
• Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and creative in situations.
• Assist with opening and closing of camp for the season.
• Potentially accompanying girls on adventure trips.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 16 years of age.
• Interest, experience, and/or training in specific program specialty.
• Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member.
• First Aid/CPR preferred or willingness to be trained.
• Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular hours.
• Physical demands and work environments regularly require the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas and as well as inclement weather and extreme temperatures.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• Commitment to creating and maintaining a positive, fun, and professional environment.
• Effectively and respectfully communicate instructions, issues, and needs with campers, staff, and supervisors.
• Uphold and respect camp and Girl Scout traditions.
• Willingness to be an active member of camp and all camp activities.
• Must have a background check completed by GSWISE.
• Current certification American Red Cross Lifeguard or certification from another organization having equal standards.
• Current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid.
• Lake setting experience or certification is preferred.
• Certification or noted experience with boating.