Location: Weston,CT, USA
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for working with the Co-Counselors to coordinate unit/small group program and participation in all camp activities. They are responsible for the supervision and care of a designated number of campers, facilitating the delivery of programs within a unit, small group, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the campers by facilitating girl program following state, ACA, and Safety Activity Check Point Standards with an emphasis on age-appropriate and session specific programs.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Works with the Co-Counselor and leadership staff to coordinate unit program with overall program emphasis where applicable and camp activities; works cooperatively to enrich all-camp and Unit/small group programs and to facilitate general camp operations following state, ACA, and Safety Activity Check Point program standards.
* Assists the Co-Counselor to facilitate unit activities and encourages girl-planning in unit/small group program delivery.
* They are responsible for the supervision and care of a designated number of campers, facilitating the delivery of programs within a unit or a patrol.
* Participates in the coordination of unit/small group schedule of activities.
* Maintains health and safety standards for campers, unit/small group staff and self. Reports accidents and files incident reports promptly.
* Participates in all regular camp activities such as meals, flag ceremonies, all-camp activities, cookouts, opening and closing days and kapers.
* Keeps records and prepares written reports as requested.
* Reports needed repairs of equipment and facilities to the unit leader or designated administrative staff.
* Participates in regularly scheduled meetings and training to ensure open and positive communication.
* Maintains professional camper/staff relationships throughout the camp season.
* Participates in opening and closing procedures of the camp season.
* Keeps the Director informed of activities, problems, and concerns with campers on an ongoing basis.
* Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
* Age 18 years or older.
* Ability to effectively communicate and work with a diverse group of staff and campers to encourage full participation in Girl Scouting.
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in extreme environmental conditions and walk on uneven terrain.
* Strong communication skills required.
* The ideal candidate will possess experience in working with children that includes the ability to develop, organize and implement Girl Scout programs out-of-doors. Proven success in a girl leadership program is desirable. The candidate must have a desire to work with children for extended periods of time in all types of weather.
CERTIFICATIONS:
Current First Aid Certificate or willing and able to obtain First Aid, CPR