Program Leader (Arts & Crafts)- Camp Greene Wood

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana • Woodridge, IL

55d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2026 camp staff today! Our Camp Greene Wood day camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17. As a Program Leader, you will be critical to the success of the summer as part of the leadership team and the first-line resource for problem solving for campers and counselors. In this role you will supervise and guide campers and counselors through progressive learning experiences in an assigned specialty area (Arts & Crafts).

Requirements

• Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
• Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
• Must be 20+ years old, as of June 14, 2026 and possess a high school diploma or GED; 21+ preferred
• 1-3 years experience working with children in a camp or similar setting
• Willingness to work and, at times, live in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the Craft Cove, including prepping supplies and facilitating craft activities; ensure arts and crafts activities are age-appropriate and program-specific, and result in tangible projects for campers to take home.
• Provide fun, positive, and active leadership to campers
• Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things
• Role model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
• Be an active member of the leadership team to provide cohesive teamwork & leadership opportunities, develop open communication, encourage positive peer relationships, and deliver support
• Develop, supervise, and deliver facilitation of programs in an assigned specialty area with campers and staff through the use of girl planning and Girl Scout program guidelines
• Knowledge with schedule, activities, and needs of the campers’ programs, and capable of taking over as primary facilitator; expected to participate enthusiastically in activities
• Oversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events
• Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures
• Assist with management of program supplies and spaces, including specialty equipment, maintaining a clean camp environment
• Maintain responsibility for the overall well-being of campers throughout their camp experience
• Act as first-level advisor for counselors who have camper challenges and concerns
• Listen to and advise staff members regarding personal issues as needed, serving as their advocate and mentor
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• First Aid and CPR certification
• Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.
• Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED