Brownsea Island Lead Instructor (1st Year Camper Program)

Summit Bechtel Reserve•Glen Jean, WV

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide high-quality advancement and enrichment experiences for Justice National Scout Camp guests in a summer camp setting by facilitating and contributing to fun, safe, and engaging programs.

Requirements

Minimum age: 18+
Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults
Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)
Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication
Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record , including height/weight guidelines

Nice To Haves

Previous Scouting and/or camping experience strongly preferred
Previous experience working with youth between the ages of 10-12 is preferred
High emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)
Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills
Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds

Responsibilities

Instruct, mentor, and engage Scouts (ages 11-17) in Scouting rank (Scout to First Class requirements)
Present to groups of 10-40 Scouts (youth) to transfer knowledge and empower application of skills and concepts
Assist with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas
Coordinate and collect program and instructional materials and resources
Turn in accurate advancement paperwork to supervisor in a timely manner
Participate in camp-wide programs and activities (campfires, evening programs)
Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions
Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area
Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership
Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook