Adventure Specialist - Overnight Camp

Girl Scouts of Western Washington•Allyn, WA

3d•$115 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

The Adventure Specialist plans and executes quality, age-appropriate adventure programming for all campers including archery, backpacking, outdoor skills, and/or team-building activities. The Adventure Specialist sleeps in camper units and helps in various aspects of camp life with that unit, providing support to Unit Counselors when not teaching or preparing lessons.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience working with youth 6-17 years old
Experience in archery, backpacking, outdoor skills, and/or teambuilding
Experience leading youth in programmatic activities
Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including overnight and weekend responsibilities
Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds, with the ability to work under pressure
Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards

Nice To Haves

Experience with Girl Scout Program
Experience in day or overnight camp setting
Experience with leading backpacking trips
Current certification in USA Archery Level 1 Instructor or above, or similar certification (or willingness to obtain)
Current certification in Wilderness & Remote First Aid or Wilderness First Responder or willingness to obtain
Current certification of CPR and First Aid or willingness to obtain
Current certification of Youth Mental Health First Aid or willingness to obtain
Satisfactory results from a criminal background check

Responsibilities

Develop curriculum and facilitate archery, outdoor skills and/or team-building activities suitable for the age, ability, and interests of youth 6-17 years old
Ensure campers and staff understand and follow safety policies and procedures
Oversee opening and closing of the archery range daily, maintaining an accurate inventory of supplies and ensure they are in good working order
Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their tripping group, including collaborating with unit staff on plan itineraries and submitting final plans to the Program Director
Teach appropriate skills for backpacking trips including personal and group health, safety, outdoor cooking, camping skills, comfortable travel methods, maintenance and care of equipment, emergency procedures etc.
Maintain the integrity of the tripping equipment and supplies, including clear inventory and planning for replacement of supplies in a timely manner within assigned budget
Responsible for appropriately using council credit cards for purchases on trips and maintaining all required documentation for purchases on council credit cards and accounts
Collaborate with other program specialists and Program Director to plan and facilitate special camp events
Support and participate in implementing all camp activities such as meals, camp games, campfires, etc.
Carry out established duties for general camp operations including check-in and check-out, bus supervision, camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork
This is a general description of the essential responsibilities of the position and is not inclusive of all job duties; other associated duties may be assigned