Junior Camp Counselor

Position Purpose: Junior Counselors are secondary facilitators for campers. They are responsible for assisting Camp Counselors with facilitating council-led summer camp program activities that have been planned and coordinated by Camp Leadership. Junior Counselors may assist with programming for campers in K-9th grade.

Essential job functions:

1. Assist in the direction and organization of campers under the direction of the Camp Director, Assistant Camp Director, and/or Camp Counselors.

a. Assist in delivering council camp programming in line with the GSLE

b. Work with campers through communication, involvement and empowerment of youth.

c. Be aware of and assist in implanting safety guidelines (Safety Activity Checkpoints)

d. Adhere to camp guidelines for camp activities at all times

2. Participate in the implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.

a. Responsible for assisting with the teaching of activities.

b. Actively participate in all program areas where assigned.

c. Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual, scout level, and group interests and abilities.

d. Assist in program activities such as natural science, outdoor skills activities, arts & crafts, songs & games, and outdoor activities as directed.

3. Work with Camp Counselors to maintain high levels of health and safety in all activities for campers

a. Assist with identifying needs of campers and work with camp staff to address any health or safety concerns

4. Serve as a role model to campers in your attitude and behavior

a. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures

b. Set a good example to campers and other in regards to general camp procedures and practices including sportsmanship, scheduling, and sanitation.

Other job duties:

Participate enthusiastically in camp activities, lead camp activities like games and songs as assigned.

Participate as a member of the camp team to deliver programming, mealtime, and assist with arrival and departure of campers.

Equipment used:

Junior counselors may be asked to use a dishwasher or dish sanitizer depending on camp location

Qualifications:

Must be 17 years old

Must be First Aid/CPR certified at time or hire or be willing to train to become CPR/First Aid certified.

Ability to interact with all Girl Scout levels

PA training, CIT I training, and previous Girl Scout camp experience greatly preferred

Ability to work with all ages of Girl Scouts and Camp Counselors, ability to provide necessary instructions to campers

Knowledge:

Ability to relate to youth in a positive manner

Demonstrate knowledge and skill in program areas relating to council camp programming, outdoor skills preferred.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

Hiking, games, some lifting <25 lbs, outside for extended periods of time during summer months, walking from activity to activity, possible water/swimming activities.

Job Types: Temporary, Full-time

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nickerson, NE 68044: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)