Summer Camp - Junior Camp Aide

Girl Scouts Of The Chesapeake Bay Council•Denton, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Junior Camp Aide, you will assist with supervising campers while helping them learn life skills and participate in camp activities. Your responsibilities will include: assisting with programming and unit life for girls that may range in age from 6-17, alerting Unit Counselors and Assistant Director of Units to conflicts, and working with the camp staff team to uphold camp standards, up keep of cleanliness. Age 17 years old and up preferred. Must be comfortable working and living outdoors, have the ability to work strenuously in extreme hot and cold temperatures, able to navigate over gravel and uneven paths, dedicated to child development, enjoy problem solving, work well with others, and be full of life and energy. This is a seasonal position, housing and meals provided. Position Purpose: Junior Camp Aide are primarily working with campers and assisting in the kitchen. Junior Camp Aide are working a rotating schedule with two or three days responsible for assisting Unit Leads and Unit Counselors in teaching and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills, and one or two days responsible for assisting kitchen staff in the kitchen preparing the food for the camp.

Requirements

Must be 17 years of age.
Must have completed CIT II.
Must obtain or have willingness to obtain certification in First Aid/CPR/AED.
Must submit health history prior to first day of work.
Must be able to pass all federal, state and GSCB required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Prior camping and leadership experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement and empowerment of youth.
Assure campers are properly supervised at all times.
Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
Assist in supervising campers at least two years younger than themselves.
Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
Responsible for assisting with the teaching of activities.
Provide and guide girls choices for activities, meals and downtime.
Actively participate in all program areas as assigned.
Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.
Assist in program areas such as waterfront, target sports, nature, all camp activities, and arts and crafts as directed.
Assist in the food service production.
Assist with preparation and cooking of camp meals.
Follow all summer camp food safety procedures to ensure the safest food production.
Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.
Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to camp director.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
Set a good example to campers and others regarding general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.
Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning, and leading those as assigned.
Participate and complete all summer camp training modules.
Assist in the setup and closure of summer camp facility and all program areas.
Build positive and supportive relationships with other staff, leaders, and girls that build trust and courage, confidence, and character to help the world to be a better place.
Become a registered member of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America.
Have working knowledge of the Girl Scout philosophy and program, and be committed to the Girl Scout mission.
Make camper and coworker safety a paramount focus, following all summer camp procedures, Girl Scout Safety Activity Check Points and ACA standards.
Cope with stressors and demands that are associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable and defined levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained as communicating all needs and concerns with superiors for the best support.
Adaptable and flexible work environment including but not limited to working additional hours (nights and weekends) as business needs may require, handling more than one task concurrently and, easily adapting to new assignments, systems, and processes.