What are the responsibilities and job description for the Target Sports Lead position at GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA?
Job Details
Camp Menzies - Camp Connell, CA Position Type
Seasonal
Description
The Target Sports Lead develops and delivers target sport and hand eye coordination activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers' age and abilities. Under supervision, they ensure all activities planned follow Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints and American Camp Association standards.
Responsibilities
1. Program
2. Ensure safety and education procedures are followed by staff and campers
3. Maintain target sports facilities and equipment
Additional Job Duties
Qualifications
KSA's
Physical and Intellectual Aspects
Camp Menzies - Camp Connell, CA Position Type
Seasonal
Description
The Target Sports Lead develops and delivers target sport and hand eye coordination activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers' age and abilities. Under supervision, they ensure all activities planned follow Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints and American Camp Association standards.
Responsibilities
1. Program
- Develop and deliver a target sports program for campers of varying ages and abilities.
- Instruct and promote safe equipment use and care in target sports area.
- Facilitate target sports activities, including camper skill progression, reward programs, and evaluations.
2. Ensure safety and education procedures are followed by staff and campers
- Enforce safety procedures outlined by Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, American Camp Association standards, and USA Archery procedures.
- Model positive behavior for campers and staff.
- Provide staff coverage and facilitate camper evaluations.
3. Maintain target sports facilities and equipment
- Maintain equipment and supplies, including inventory and timely replacement planning.
- Monitor hazards or enhancements in target sports area and alert other staff.
- Conduct daily checks for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
- Secure activity areas when not in use.
Additional Job Duties
- Participate in all camp activities, planning, and leading as assigned.
- Attend pre-camp staff training and in-service sessions.
- Assist with living unit organization, camper supervision, and positive role modeling.
- Help with camp cleaning and maintenance during pre-camp, sessions, and end-of-season periods.
- Chaperone arriving and departing campers on buses as assigned.
- Assist with camper luggage delivery and pickup.
Qualifications
- Minimum age 21 preferred.
- Experience in high-risk or youth programming required.
- Ability to interact with girls of all ages.
- Current certification in first aid and CPR desired (trainings provided).
- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
KSA's
- Training and experience in target sports desired.
- Archery Instructor I certified or willing to be certified.
- Able to work with children outdoors in varied conditions.
- SOME KNOWLEDGE OF SPORT SCIENCE, GENERAL TARGET SPORTS, AND FACILITATION DESIRED.
- Ability to motivate and maintain relationships with diverse cultures and organizational levels.
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
Physical and Intellectual Aspects
- Communicate effectively in English and work with groups of varying ages and skill levels.
- Observe and assess camper behavior, enforce safety regulations, and apply behavior-management techniques.
- Monitor staff behavior, enforce safety regulations, and apply management techniques.
- Identify and respond to environmental hazards.
- Respond to emergency situations and possess strength and endurance for constant supervision.
