What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Manager position at GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA?

Job Details

Job Location

Camp Menzies - Camp Connell, CA

Position Type

Seasonal

Description

This position pays $16.50 per hour when working remotely and $120 per day when working at camp.

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The Activity Manager is responsible for overseeing the specialty areas of camp programming, which includes waterfront, target sports, STEM, outdoor skills, and experiential arts. In addition, the Activity Manager is responsible for planning and delivering all camp events such as themed meals and campfire. Under the supervision of the Assistant Camp Director, this position leads the team in planning and delivering Camp Menzies' programs for campers of all ages. This position ensures activities are safe, fun, appropriate to the campers' age and abilities and follows Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints and American Camp Association (ACA) standards.

1. Program

Promotes progression in activities and experiences, considering age level, abilities, and interests of campers
Provides resources and guidance to Activity Leads in delivering the camp experience to campers of all ages
Oversees planning and delivery of all-camp program activities, which could include first day rotations, campfire, all-camp events, tortoise time and themed meals
Serves as a subject matter expert for Girl Scout programming and badge work
Responsible for evaluation and reporting of camper experience in programs, including grant deliverables if applicable
Responsible for maintenance and inventory of all program supplies and equipment; purchasing or repairing supplies or equipment in a timely manner as needed

2. Supervision of Camp Staff as assigned

Provides feedback and guidance to staff based on regular observations

With the assistance of the Assistant Camp Director, conducts periodic evaluations and supervisory conferences

Oversees team of 6-10 staff, including training, coaching, and evaluating performance

Perform daily check-ins with team members to inform of any changes to schedules or operations and check on health and wellbeing of each team member

Plan and facilitate pre-session team meetings to ensure team is prepared for upcoming camp session

Assign team members to sleeping units for each session

3. Assist with Camp Operations

Serves on the camp management team and is responsible for creating a culture of inclusion, belonging, and support

Assist with planning and implementing the camp schedule with the other managers prior to the first day of the session

In collaboration with Camp Directors, plan, conduct, and participate in staff training

Ensure Girl Scout ratio standards are followed at all times

With the Camp Directors, follows through and files camper discipline reports each session as needed

Supports all areas of camp as needed

Other Job Duties :

Attends administrative staff meetings

Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning, and leading those as assigned

Assist with camp healthcare needs as needed, including camper check-in, supervision of ill campers, and non-emergency transport

Assist with camp emergency procedures as outlined in the Camp Menzies EAP

Drive campers, staff, and equipment for trips off camp property

Assist with camper units as needed, including staff coverage

Assist in cleaning and maintenance of camp after each session and during pre-camp and end-of-season cleaning period

Perform other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum age 21, desired

One year of supervisory experience desired

One year of camp or programming experience

CA driver's license with clean driving record and a minimum of five years driving experience

Current certification in first aid and CPR, desired (trainings can be provided)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Training and experience in working with children and teenagers, desired

Knowledge of arts activities, nature activities, and basic outdoor skills

Desire and ability to work with children outdoors in varied conditions

Ability to motivate and maintain effective working relationships with staff from diverse cultures and all organizational levels

Ability to effectively and tactfully supervise adults

Excellent spoken and written communication skills

Physical and Intellectual Aspects of the Position :

Ability to communicate in English to provide necessary instruction to campers and staff

Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques

Ability to observe staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate management techniques

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity

Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers

OTHER WORKING CONDITIONS

We are a Girl Scout camp. We expect this position to work collaboratively and closely with Girl Scouts for the greater part of the role. Some physical requirements of this position could be endurance including standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires the ability to listen to others, observe others' actions, read text and information; comprehend instructions and manuals, and physical ability to move about the camp property in various environmental conditions. Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available. Operate with daily exposure to the sun and heat and other environmental conditions.

While performing the essential duties / responsibilities of this job, the employee lives for up to 12 weeks in close proximity to others, including sharing living quarters, restrooms, laundry facilities and a common staff lounge. May only use personal electronics (such as computers, phones and other devices) only during personal designated breaks and out of sight of campers. Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment is an integral part of this position, as is the ability to work with high-stress situations based on the nature of GSHCC mission and daily work.

The management of this organization believes that every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from discrimination. It is our policy to hire, compensate, promote, train, transfer, discipline, discharge, and make all other employment-related decisions without consideration of an employee's race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law. All employees of this Council are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. All staff are provided a safe and inclusive work environment.

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