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Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington•Stevenson, WA

3d•$69 - $78•Onsite

About The Position

This position is exclusively for folks ages 16 and above who’ve completed the Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Counselor-in-Training program and are ready to take their professional camp experience to the next level. As a Junior Counselor, you’ll live and work in rustic camp settings from June 21 through August 25, though Junior Counselors may be scheduled for up to 3 weeks off depending on the needs of camp and the number of Junior Counselors hired for the summer. Shower and toilet facilities are separate from cabins and could include non-flush toilets and dormitory-style showers. Most of your time will be spent in the great outdoors doing fun activities with campers, such as hiking, archery, swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts – as well as assisting with camp operations. As a Junior Counselor, you’ll earn $69.16 to $77.50 per day ($415.00 to $465.00 per week) based on any previous experience in the role, plus a $400 retention bonus for completing the season.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age.
Completion of the CIT program within Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
Stooping, squatting, and bending.
Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
Manage self care with reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Alongside 2-3 adult staff, act as a caregiver for 10-12 campers per week.
Under the Troop Camp Coordinator, assist with Troop Camp and help integrate them into the camp culture.
Shadow a Program Specialist, helping to facilitate their program area and learning about program-specific responsibilities.
Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire. Encourage participation from all campers.
Assist in facilitating camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
Help campers adjust to the camp culture and community and ensure all campers feel included in activities.
Alongside adult staff, redirect camper behavior and resolve conflict between campers.
Establish and enforce all safety rules and procedures.
Assist adult staff in caring for the health and safety of all campers.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of co-counselors and admin staff to provide programs and other activities within the unit.
Assist in the administrative office and/or in program areas during any off-camp trips.
Manage self care with reasonable accommodations.