Summer 2027: Camp Counselor

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta•Mableton, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta is hiring Camp Counselors for a nine-week summer season at Camp Timber Ridge, Camp Meriwether, or Camp Misty Mountain. Counselors supervise campers, lead activities, and help provide a fun and memorable camp experience. Activities may include hiking, archery, challenge course, swimming, horseback riding, and STEAM. Depending on the role, counselors may earn certifications such as First Aid/CPR, USA Archery Level 1 Instructor, or Lifeguard. The position is temporary and non-exempt, and counselors may be asked to travel among the organization's camps.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Stamina to live in a camp setting and traverse rough, uneven terrain without assistance.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp setting.
Ability to place campers’ needs above personal needs.
Ability to make decisions and act wisely in an emergency.
Understanding of girls’ needs, abilities, and interests.
Must complete and clear a criminal and sex offender background check.
Must have a clean motor vehicle record.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children is preferred.
A sense of adventure and enthusiasm for motivating and coaching children.

Responsibilities

Supervise assigned parts of campers’ daily routines, including activities, cabin clean-up, meals, rest hours, evening activities, bedtime, and assigned after-hours duties.
Design activities and programs that meet Girl Scout badge curriculum and facilitate girl-led programming.
Work as part of a team with counselors, program staff, and assistance staff.
Lead programs and activities, providing campers with guidance and leadership.
Support and strengthen courage, confidence, and character in campers and staff.
Assist with unit housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
Assist with responsibility for campers’ health and safety.
Assist with records, reports, and inventories as requested by the Unit Leader.
Live in a unit near campers or in a cabin with campers, as assigned.
Help girls live and work together by facilitating communication, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
Identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to camp activities.
Assist with opening and closing camp as directed.
Take precautions to ensure personal health.
Participate in training before camp.
Attend and participate in staff meetings on time and in uniform.
Serve as a role model for campers through words and actions.
Perform other duties as assigned.