Summer Camp Counselor - May Flather

Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital•Mt Solon, VA
•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a fun, meaningful job this summer? Make a difference in a camper’s life and empower them to make decisions, become independent, and be proud of who they are. All while encouraging them and participating alongside them in activities like archery, crafts, hiking, climbing, and more! If you’re passionate about youth development and enjoy the outdoors, then Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital sleep-away camps may be for you! Multiple Opportunities! Unit Counselors - Assists the Unit Leader with planning and leading activities. Responsible for the direct daily supervision of campers in the living unit and program areas. Participates alongside campers in activities such as swimming, climbing, hiking, and target sports. Salaries start at $385. Lifeguards - Assists with the implementation of the aquatic program at the pool as a lifeguard. Leads canoeing trips at nearby lakes. Assists with unit programming in the evening when pool is closed. Training is provided, but candidates should be strong swimmers and able to pass the lifeguarding course prerequisites. Salaries start at $440 for residential staff. Kitchen Assistants - Assist the Kitchen Manager and Cook(s) with food preparation and service. Cleans food preparation areas and equipment. Salaries start at $385 for residential staff. More- additional positions include arts & crafts counselor, adventure counselor, inclusion specialist, and health center staff. For a full list of positions, visit https://sites.google.com/view/campmayflatherstaff/working-at-camp/jobs-at-camp Start dates vary between May 28 and June 9, the summer season ends August 8. We can be flexible with staff who need to start late or aren’t available the whole summer.

Requirements

  • Passionate about youth leadership
  • Excellent with children, ages 10-17, and equally skilled at working with adults of all ages
  • Sensitive to people of other cultures and all abilities
  • Collaborative
  • Love being outdoors and willing to work outdoors in the heat, humidity, and rain
  • Prepared to live on-site during employment in rustic cabin accommodations (no electricity, internet, or flushing toilets)
  • Aren’t bothered by dirt, bugs, or sunscreen
  • Looking for a summer job
  • Strong swimmers and able to pass the lifeguarding course prerequisites (for Lifeguard position)

Responsibilities

  • Assists the Unit Leader with planning and leading activities.
  • Responsible for the direct daily supervision of campers in the living unit and program areas.
  • Participates alongside campers in activities such as swimming, climbing, hiking, and target sports.
  • Assists with the implementation of the aquatic program at the pool as a lifeguard.
  • Leads canoeing trips at nearby lakes.
  • Assists with unit programming in the evening when pool is closed.
  • Assist the Kitchen Manager and Cook(s) with food preparation and service.
  • Cleans food preparation areas and equipment.

Benefits

  • Room, board, and laundry facilities provided
  • Paid pre-camp training and professional development
  • Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding, archery, etc.)
  • Networking opportunities and a chance to work with staff from across the country and world
  • Internship opportunities (we'll work with you to fulfill requirements.)
  • Ample time off
  • Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more
  • A summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
  • Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
  • The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today
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