Leadership Program Counselor

Girl Scouts of Utah•Murray, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Leadership Program Counselor supports Girl Scouts of Utah’s mission by modeling respect, integrity, and service, prioritizing camper well-being, and contributing to a collaborative camp culture. The role is based at Camp Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch, beginning the season at Trefoil Ranch and transitioning to Camp Cloud Rim on July 12. Staff must adapt to changing locations, schedules, camper groups, environments, and program needs. When not performing counselor duties, the Leadership Program Counselor assists with general camp operations as needed. The position is responsible for implementing, evaluating, managing, and training staff for camp leadership programs, including Counselor-in-Training, Wrangler-in-Training, Junior Counselor, Junior Wrangler, and emerging opportunities. Working under the Assistant Camp Director, the counselor plans and delivers quality Girl Scout programming, supports camper leadership and group decision-making, teaches activities, and assists specialty program areas. The role also includes around-the-clock camper care and supervision, camp operations, safety practices, staff training, and other duties as assigned. Duties may change according to camp activities and organizational needs.

Requirements

Must be a certified driver on the council’s behalf, with a clear motor vehicle record, be at least 21 years old, and provide proof of auto insurance and motor vehicle licensing.
Good organizational, leadership, and teaching skills.
Ability to schedule and manage time, resources, and people.
Strong decision-making skills and good judgment.
Six weeks of experience in a management or supervisory role is required.
Capable of following directions from Team Leaders, adhering to policies, and following camp procedures.
Able to communicate interactively and effectively with campers ages 6–17, including giving clear verbal instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately to needs and questions.
Able to communicate and engage interactively with groups of adults, including giving clear verbal instructions, listening actively, and responding appropriately to questions and feedback.
Able to observe camper behavior, assess appropriateness, enforce safety regulations, and apply behavior-management techniques.
Able to respond appropriately in a crisis situation.
Complete required council health forms and documentation for living and working in an outdoor camp setting.
Able to bend, move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Able to walk, stand, and work on feet for up to 12 to 14 hours per day, including walking more than 10,000 steps per day on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
Capable of living and working outdoors at elevations up to 9,200 feet.
Have the visual and auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.
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.
Hold or be willing to obtain certifications related to specific property program areas, such as High Ropes, Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding and First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Small Craft Safety, or equivalent.
Demonstrate the listed core competencies: Business First Mindset; Leadership and Stewardship; Strong Communicator; Relational Intelligence; Social Justice and Inclusion (DEI); Customer Focused; and Alignment with Girl Scouts of Utah’s Mission.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in a management or supervisory role is preferred.
Spanish-English bilingual communication skills are valued but not required.
Prior Girl Scout experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Implement, evaluate, manage, and provide staff training for leadership programs, including Counselor-in-Training, Wrangler-in-Training, Junior Counselor, Junior Wrangler, and emerging opportunities.
Work with fellow counselors under the Assistant Camp Director to plan and provide quality Girl Scout programming for a unit of campers.
Get to know campers and help them respect others and understand differences and similarities.
Assist in writing program outlines and lesson plans that progress activities toward specific program goals.
Teach workshops, activities, games, songs, and projects to campers.
Guide activities through camper planning, group decision-making, and leadership within the camp unit.
Request supplies and help prepare, organize, and store program materials.
Assist program counselors with specialty programming, including waterfront, arts, biking, rafting, climbing, challenge courses, and horse care.
Provide camper care and supervision twenty-four hours a day, including at night, and stay with the camper unit except during time off.
Help resolve camper problems and conflicts, including homesickness, and ensure campers have sufficient activities and supervision.
Help campers maintain clean units and camp areas; eat meals with campers and supervise meal clean-up.
Monitor and assist campers with basic health and hygiene, including hydration, eating, sun protection, weather-appropriate clothing, personal hygiene, showering, toileting, and changing clothes; address concerns with campers or the Health Supervisor as needed.
Assist with unit and camp housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
Help with weekly camper check-in and check-out.
Support camp-wide programs, including workshops, all-camp activities, campfire programs, campers’ choice activities, and flag ceremonies.
Assist with records and reports as needed.
Attend and participate in staff training and camp closing.
Help with kitchen duties, including meal preparation and clean-up, for up to one week as needed.
Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards established by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and applicable state and local codes.
Perform additional duties as assigned and adapt to changing camp needs, locations, schedules, environments, camper groups, and program requirements.
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 through 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.