Camp Counselors and Activity Coordinators
Calling all Camp Counselors! We are looking to fill multiple roles at our 4 Girl Scout Camps! Camp Comstock in Ithaca NY, Camp Hoover in Tully NY, Camp Trefoil in Harrisville NY, and Camp Amahami in Deposit NY. Apply Now: https://hipaa.jotform.com/230304462410137
Job Summary (may vary by Camp and position hired for):
The Counselor is responsible for all caregiving responsibilities of their assigned group of campers. Counselors are responsible for providing activity supervision throughout each day along with instruction at chosen program area. Counselors will work as a team with their co-counselors to ensure a fun and safe environment.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living
unit, which includes participation in kapers, meals, flag, all-camp activities, unit time, hygiene
maintenance, general camp activities, rest time and bedtime.
• Apply basic principles of youth development, connect with the campers and appreciate
each camper as their own unique individual, and work with campers to create positive and meaningful relationships utilizing communication, respect and empowerment.
• Assist with weekly camp clean up, including sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, trash
pick- up, etc.
• Interact with campers’ parents in a consistently positive and welcoming manner.
• Welcome campers to their session in a positive, inviting, outgoing and inclusive
manner. Assist with check-in and check-out procedures.
• Assist with keeping cabin or tent unit and assigned bathroom area clean throughout
each session.
• Act as a role model for campers utilizing positive affect and strong leadership
skills, and by taking an active role in the camp community, participating enthusiastically in all
aspects.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The Counselor does not supervise employees, but does supervise the campers
- Minimum Qualification Standards:
- Be at least 17 years of age.
- Believe in the Girl Scout mission.
- Desire to work with children in the outdoors and to immerse one’s self in the outdoor environment.
- Already possess Archery and First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain during staff training
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills including the ability to manage multiple projects and details,.
- Possess good character, integrity, patience, sense of humor, enthusiasm, a high level of flexibility, and willingness to be a part of the camp community. Ability to work productively in a fast paced, stressful environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
- Walking on uneven terrain, up and down hills for distances up to ½ mile
- Endurance to meet emergency needs
- Ability (and willingness) to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours
Environmental Conditions:
The employee is subject to inside and/or outside environmental conditions, noise, outdoor elements such as rain, wind, sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.