Camper Support Specialist - Day Camp

Girl Scouts of Western Washington • Carnation, WA

1d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Camper Support Specialist works with campers, their caregivers, and camp staff to create a meaningful camp experience. They will coordinate camper care plans as needed with caregivers and/or the camp leadership team. This position will act as a resource to staff, providing coaching and direct support to staff while problem solving complex behavioral needs. The Camper Support Specialist works amongst all the age groups offered at camp and responds to in-the-moment behavioral needs of campers. Compensation for this position is $21.80 - $22.55 per hour, with the starting rate dependent on previous employment at GSWW camps. Camp Season 2026 will run from June 8th through August 27th, with start and end dates determined by position. For the 2026 season, this position will be located at Camp River Ranch (Carnation, WA). Day Camp will run Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M with staff hours starting as early as 7:00 A.M. and ending no later than 6:00 P.M. Staff will be scheduled for a 40 hour work week and receive breaks throughout the day. Staff will have the opportunity to ride camp buses to and from camp and support the check-in and check-out processes at bus stops. Camp River Ranch serves campers ages 5 to 17 and offers a variety of programming including swimming, boating, target sports, climbing wall, and classic camp activities.

Requirements

• Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
• Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including overnight and weekend responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds, with the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to navigate technology programs and platforms independently ability/willingness to learn new technologies, with CampMinder experience strongly preferred
• Understanding of behavioral health and support techniques
• At least 21 years of age
• Experience working with youth 5-17 years old
• Experience working with youth with additional social-emotional, behavioral, or physical needs
• 2 or more years of relevant experience in related field, or pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Therapy, or similar field)
• Current certification in First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain
• Current certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid or willingness to obtain
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record and willingness to transport campers and staff in a 12-passenger van
• Satisfactory results from criminal background check

Nice To Haves

• Licensed, or working on licensure, in social work, psychology, counseling, therapy, or similar field
• Training in crisis intervention

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with caregivers and camp staff to plan individual care plans for campers with additional social-emotional, behavioral, or physical needs
• Provide support to counselors that includes coaching and problem-solving, acting as on-call camper support, and serving as additional coverage for units needing assistance
• Maintain as needed communication with caregivers on camper progress, escalating to leadership team when appropriate
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of care and support provided through the CampMinder system
• Implement occasional trainings for staff that include tools and techniques for working with campers
• Support and participate in the implementation of all camp activities such as camp games, campfires, etc.
• Carry out established duties for general camp operations including check-in and check-out, bus supervision, camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork.
• This is a general description of the essential responsibilities of the position and is not inclusive of all job duties; other associated duties may be assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level