2027 CAP Camp Unit Lead + Lifeguard

Girl Scouts of Silver Sage•McCall, ID

23h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Unit Leader, you will foster a safe, inclusive, and fun-filled camp experience for campers and counselors alike. Living in a unit alongside counselors and up to 24 campers, you will oversee all aspects of the campers' daily routine, provide breaks and support to unit counselors, and participate in, teach, and assist with camp activities. This role provides leadership and support to ensure a positive unit experience. As the Lifeguard, you will actively maintain water safety by surveying swimming zones, enforcing safety rules, and responding quickly to emergencies to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of all campers and staff. You will work closely with waterfront and camp leadership to uphold high safety standards, monitor swimmer ability levels, and maintain a vigilant presence at all times during waterfront activities. Room and board are provided for the duration of employment. About Girl Scouts: Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development organization for girls offering programs from coast to coast and across the globe. Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success. Silver Sage Girl Scout Council is committed to providing a work environment of equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants and creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old and have graduated high school or its equivalent
Must be comfortable living in a rustic camp environment with limited cell phone service and internet access
Experience working with children
Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity
Able to work long hours and be on call as needed
Valid Lifeguard Certificate from an ACA recognized organization
Idaho Food Handlers Certification

Nice To Haves

Experience leading or managing peers, preferred
Committed to fostering a positive, fun, and team-oriented work environment
Flexible, creative, and adaptable to changing situations
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to organize others

Responsibilities

Reside with a group of counselors and campers in the unit, as needed
Provide leadership and support counselors in managing campers
Build a cohesive team within the unit to support all counselors
Serve as a mentor, helping to resolve issues as they arise
Provide backup coverage for counselors during breaks and time off
Support counselors in overseeing a unit of up to 24 campers (ages 8–17), including leading activities, modeling positive behavior, and managing camper conduct
Communicate pertinent issues to the Camp Director
Teach camp programming, including Girl Scout badges, archery, outdoor cooking, fire building, low ropes, team-building activities, night hikes, mountain biking, overnight camping, and group games
Support Program Staff in Arts & Crafts, STEM, and Waterfront areas by assisting with group management, supply setup/breakdown, and camper engagement during lessons
Participate with campers in all camp activities, campfires, field trips, and group games
Supervise campers during down times, including meals and rest hour
Provide excellent customer service to families and visitors
Assist with property upkeep, including cleaning bathrooms, maintaining tidy shared spaces and materials, and promptly reporting broken or missing supplies
Complete daily sanitation practices, including cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
Assist in the kitchen as needed, including dishes, cleaning, meal service, and meal prep
Foster a positive and supportive work environment
Adhere to all camp policies and procedures
Lifeguard the swim or boating area up to four times daily for camper groups ranging in age from 8 to 17
Assist in training camp staff on safe waterfront operations
Conduct swim checks for all campers
Perform other duties as assigned