POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for working with the unit leader to coordinate unit program and participation in all camp activities. She/he is responsible for the supervision and care of a designated number of campers, facilitating the delivery of programs within a unit, or for a patrol, and ensuring the safety and well-being of the campers by facilitating girl program following State of CT Office of Early Childhood, ACA, GSOFCT Policies and Safety Activity Check Point Standards with an emphasis on age-appropriate and session specific programs.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Works with the unit leader and camp to coordinate unit program with overall program emphasis where applicable and camp activities; works cooperatively to enrich all-camp and unit programs and to facilitate general camp operations following State of CT Office of Early Childhood, ACA and Safety Activity Check Point program standards.

• Is skilled and/or certified in one/multiple activity areas in camp such as but not limited to: Lifeguard, Small craft, Outdoor living skills, Environmental education, Equestrian, Crafts, Archery, Group games, Dance, Drama, Art, STEM, Rocketry, etc.

• Plans and instructs 4 to 5 activity periods per day based on skill ability.

• Lives in the cabins and units with the girls is required of all counselor/activity specialists.

• Assists the Unit Leader to facilitate unit activities and encourages girl-planning in patrol and unit program delivery. 

• Participates in the coordination of unit schedule of activities.

• Works cooperatively with the unit leader and other unit staff to schedule time off and unit responsibilities assignments.

• Maintains health and safety standards for campers, unit staff and self. Reports accidents and files incident reports promptly.

• Participates in all regular camp activities such as meals, flag ceremonies, all-camp activities, cookouts, opening and closing days and kapers.

• Keeps records and prepares written reports as requested.

• Reports needed repairs of equipment and facilities to the unit leader or designated administrative staff.

• Participates in regularly scheduled meetings and trainings to ensure open and positive communication.

• Maintains professional camper/staff relationships throughout the camp season.

• Participates in opening and closing procedures of the camp season.

• Keeps the Unit Leader informed of activities, problems and concerns with campers on an ongoing basis.

• Assigned evening unit counselor responsibilities.

• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Age 18 years or older.

• Ability to effectively communicate and work with a diverse group of staff and campers to encourage full participation in Girl Scouting.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in extreme environmental conditions and walk on uneven terrain.

• Ability to live and sleep in the out of doors with limited access to modern conveniences and electronic media.  

• Strong oral communication skills required.

• The ideal candidate will possess experience in working with children that includes the ability to develop, organize and implement Girl Scout program in the out-of-doors. Proven success in a girl leadership program is desirable. The candidate must have a desire to work with children for extended periods of time in all types of weather.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Willing and able to obtain First Aid, CPR, epi-pen and inhaler administration training and certifications.