Camp Unit Counselor (Seasonal)

Girl Scouts North Carolina Coastal Pines • Selma, NC

3d • $470 - $470 • Onsite

About The Position

Experience a summer “Where Adventure Grows!” Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines seeks dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to be part of our 2026 Summer Camp Team supporting our overnight camp programs across all Council properties: Camp Mary Atkinson, Camp Graham, Camp Hardee, and Camp Mu-Sha-Ni. At Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines, we believe in the power of girls! Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. If you’re a responsible, reliable, and passionate individual who loves making a positive impact in the lives of girls, we want you on our team. We are seeking Camp Unit Counselors to support our overnight camp program at Camp Mary Atkinson. This position may also support smaller program groups operating at Camp Graham, Camp Hardee, and Camp Mu-Sha-Ni throughout the summer. Transportation will be provided from Camp Mary Atkinson to the other camp properties as needed. The Camp Unit Counselor position includes overnight in-cabin supervision of minor female campers. To ensure camper safety, privacy, and age-appropriate supervision, these roles are limited to staff who can appropriately fulfill these responsibilities.

Requirements

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR. Training will be provided.
• Ability to interact with all age levels.
• Prior camp experience or working with youth preferred.
• Understanding of youth development and the ability to relate positively to youth and adults.
• Program coordination skills and commitment to the Girl Scout mission.
• Willingness to live and work in a camp setting, including working nontraditional hours.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
• Endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, climbing, and stretching.
• Willing to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited or simple equipment and facilities with daily exposure to the sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Prior camp experience or working with youth preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Campers and Staff: Be a guide, mentor, and friend for campers in your unit.
• Plan & Lead Activities: Inspire personal growth through fun, engaging programs that teach daily living skills.
• Create Memories: Help make this summer unforgettable for campers—and for yourself!

Benefits

• Weekly salary of $470.00, including housing and meals after training.
• Opportunity to earn up to a $500 bonus this summer.
• A complimentary Girl Scout membership is included from May through September 2026.
• Paid Training: Learn new leadership skills

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees