High Ropes Unit Counselor

Girl Scouts of Utah•Provo, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The High Ropes Unit Counselor serves as a Unit Counselor at Trefoil Ranch, providing Girl Scout programming, camper supervision, and a safe, inclusive, and engaging summer camp experience. Alongside regular unit counseling duties, the counselor attends high ropes training and obtains the required certification to facilitate the Trefoil Ranch high ropes course with their assigned unit. When not facilitating high ropes activities, the counselor performs regular unit responsibilities and supports camp operations as needed. The role works with fellow counselors under Head Counselor direction to plan and deliver programming, care for and supervise campers throughout the day and night, and facilitate high ropes activities according to established procedures and safety requirements. The counselor also supports general camp duties, models Girl Scout values, and follows organizational and applicable safety policies. This is a seasonal camp position at Trefoil Ranch. It involves living and working in an outdoor, high-elevation setting and meeting significant physical demands, including walking and standing for extended periods, carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds, and maneuvering on climbing and ropes-course structures using required equipment.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be willing and able to attend required high ropes training and obtain and maintain the required certification.
Follow established operating procedures and consistently implement safety requirements.
Communicate clearly, provide instructions, and work effectively with campers of varying ages, abilities, and experience levels.
Possess or be willing to obtain Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or equivalent.
Have or be willing to obtain a Utah Food Handlers’ Permit.
Be capable of following directions from Team Leaders, adhering to policies, and following camp procedures.
Communicate interactively and effectively with campers ages 6–17, including giving clear verbal instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately to needs and questions.
Communicate and engage interactively with adult groups, including giving clear instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately to questions and feedback.
Observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
Complete council-required health forms and documentation for living and working in an outdoor camp setting.
Bend, move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Walk, stand, and work on feet for up to 12 to 14 hours a day, including walking upwards of 10,000 steps on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
Be capable of living and working outdoors at elevations up to 9,200 feet.
Have visual and auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.
Climb, balance, and maneuver on climbing walls, ropes courses, and other outdoor activity structures while safely using required equipment.

Nice To Haves

Spanish-English bilingual communication skills are valued but not required.
Prior Girl Scout experience is preferred but not required.
Hold or be willing to obtain certifications related to specific program areas on the property, including High Ropes, Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding and First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Small Craft Safety certifications or equivalents.

Responsibilities

Work with fellow counselors under the direction of Head Counselors to plan and provide Girl Scout programming for an assigned unit.
Provide camper care and supervision throughout the day and night, including meals, activities, transitions, and overnight hours.
Attend required high ropes training and obtain the certification needed to operate the Trefoil Ranch high ropes course.
Facilitate high ropes experiences for the assigned unit in accordance with training, operating procedures, and safety requirements.
Conduct safety briefings, check equipment as directed, and ensure campers follow course rules and instructions.
Assess camper readiness and participation, provide encouragement and support, and foster an inclusive experience for campers with varying abilities and comfort levels.
Follow course operating procedures, including inspections, equipment use, and emergency response protocols; report equipment concerns, hazards, incidents, and maintenance needs to a supervisor.
Coordinate with Head Counselors and camp leadership to schedule high ropes activities in line with unit programming and camp operations.
Participate in regular unit programming and assist with other camp activities and responsibilities as assigned.
Assist with camp operations, including shared cleaning, meal preparation, kitchen cleanup, and other duties as needed.
Model the Girl Scout Promise and Law, positive behavior, teamwork, respect, and enthusiasm.
Follow Girl Scouts of Utah, Girl Scouts of the USA, American Camp Association, and applicable state and local safety policies and procedures.
Represent Girl Scouts of Utah positively and professionally in interactions with campers, families, volunteers, community members, and potential donors.
Collaborate with staff, volunteers, families, and community partners to support shared goals and positive outcomes.
Model Girl Scout Movement values, including respect, integrity, inclusivity, and commitment to a safe and supportive environment.
Prioritize the needs of girls, families, and volunteers to support meaningful, positive, mission-centered camper experiences.
Perform additional duties as assigned; responsibilities may be adjusted based on camp needs and organizational priorities.