ARCHERY COUNSELOR- Day Camp (Camp Piperwood)

Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc • Rochester, NY

39d • Onsite

About The Position

To plan, organize, implement and evaluate the archery program at day camp. Actual salary will be based on applicant’s experience

Requirements

• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality;
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism at all times;
• Ability to articulate organizational mission and its importance with passion and conviction, and in a manner that resonates with the listener;
• Commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations;
• Strong time management skills with ability to work independently and effectively prioritize duties and tasks.
• Capacity to manage stress effectively and work well under pressure;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly;
• Proven capability to work in a collaborative, service-focused environment;
• Capacity to work well with others in a congenial and effective manner;
• Ability to effectively manage and foster relationships with council staff, volunteers within the camp community;
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member of GSWNY;
• Successfully pass the required background checks at hire and thereafter;
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from home and work;
• If travel is required, must possess a valid driver’s license, meet minimum state auto insurance requirements, and meet the insurance carrier’s requirements for coverage.
• Assist the campers in emergency situations.
• Lift 35 pounds.
• Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control and ability to adapt well to changing situations.
• Participate in structured and unstructured activities.
• Accept and follow directions both in verbal and written form.
• Willingness to abide by the policies and practices of the Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc.
• Minimum age: 16 (per New York State Health Department)
• Must have current certification in Archery from a recognized organization and have the knowledge/experience to organize and teach archery.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR or individual is willing to complete certification course during designated training day.
• Certified Sex Offender Registry and Criminal Background Checks will be completed for personnel file.
• Desire and ability to work with and relate to children and peers in an outdoor environment.
• Good health and stamina necessary to work in the camp setting.
• The acceptance of irregular work hours.
• The acceptance and understanding that employment is at a day camp.

Nice To Haves

• Prior camp experience and/or interest in the Girl Scout Camping program helpful.
• Willingness to place the needs of girls and camp above personal desires.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the archery area and equipment.
• Develops and enforces safety measures for the archery area by following GSUSA Activity Check Points, New York State Health Department (NYSHD), National Archery Association (NAA) and the American Camp Association (ACA).
• Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals.
• Maintains a well-equipped first aid kit in the archery area.
• Reports all incidents/accidents promptly to the supervisor or health supervisor.
• Schedules & instructs as many classes as is deemed necessary by the program director.
• Responsible for planning and implementing activities within budget. Places supply orders to the Program Director.
• Conducts inventories of supplies at the beginning and end of season and communicates supplies needed for purchase to the program director and camp director.
• When not acting as Archery Instructor, will assist in other areas of camp as deemed necessary by supervisor of Camp Director.
• Assists with overnights when deemed necessary.
• Attends staff meetings as scheduled/necessary.
• May need to act as bus aide at some point during the summer day camp season (will receive additional pay)
• If acting as bus aide
• Must meet the bus at the terminal or first bus stop in the morning
• Take a head count of the campers every day during the morning pick-up and evening drop-off and maintain safety and orderliness on the bus.
• Report absent campers to the Assistant Camp Director every morning and evening.
• Assure that a parent or other designated adult meets campers before the bus drives off by utilizing the camper pick-up form.
• Accepts other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Program Director/ Camp Director

Benefits

• Girl Scouts of Western New York seasonal camps are subject to the Federal and New York State exemption laws under Section 13(a)(3) of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Seasonal staff working at camp may be paid in accordance with this exemption.
• Seasonal employees are not eligible for company-sponsored group benefits.
• GSWNY is also very grateful to have many partnerships offering special deals and incentives at local businesses to GSWNY employees throughout Western New York.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed