2027 CAP Camp Unit Lead + Lifeguard
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.
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
- Committed to fostering a positive, fun, and team-oriented work environment
- Demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability, and maturity
- Flexible, creative, and adaptable to changing situations
- Able to work long hours and be on call as needed
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to organize others
- Valid Lifeguard Certificate from an ACA recognized organization
- Idaho Food Handlers Certification
Nice To Haves
- Experience leading or managing peers
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
Benefits
- Room and board are provided for the duration of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
