Aquatics Director - Camp Linden

• Plan, direct, and supervise a safe, fun, and educational aquatics program.
• Write and implement activity lesson plans that meet and support camp and camper goals.
• Deliver creative and adaptive swim and watercraft programs. Adapt activities as necessary to create a progression based on the needs and experience of the participants.
• Train, supervise, and provide evaluations for lifeguards.
• Train non-lifeguarding staff in their responsibilities at aquatics areas.
• Evaluate aquatics abilities of campers and staff.
• Ensure that campers and staff know and follow safety and educational procedures in aquatics areas.
• Ensure safety of all participants at waterfront and pool activities. Maintain high standards of health and safety for campers at all times.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude, behavior, and following of camp procedures.
• Actively participate in all camp activities, planning and leading those as assigned.
• Apply youth development principles to empower campers, embrace diversity, aid in competency development, and build connections.
• Assist in the implementation of staff training.
• Participate as a member of the camp leadership team to plan, direct, and supervise evening programs, special events, and all other all-camp activities and functions.
• Assist in the creation of schedules for campers and staff.
• Take action to keep camp clean and safe, including assisting in camp chores, caring for program materials, and reporting all maintenance issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Conduct beginning- and end-of-season equipment/supply inventory.
• Submit order requests for equipment/supplies when needed, ensuring timely arrival of materials.
• Ensure adherence to safety and risk management guidelines to maintain high standards of health, safety, and supervision for campers and staff at all times.
• Assist in the responsibilities associated with upholding State of Michigan Licensing and American Camp Association regulations and standards.
• Support counseling staff with daily care and supervision of campers.
• Assist in evening and overnight camper supervision through conducting bed-checks and sleeping in units as assigned.
• Responsible for ensuring that daily and weekly functions of camp run in accordance with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) standards.
• Do what needs to be done so that everyone has a great summer at camp.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Behavior management and conflict resolution
• Risk management
• Youth development
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Camper-focused
• Comfortable working and living in a communal outdoor environment
• Activity instruction and facilitation
• Willingness to take initiative

• Age 21 or older preferred due to ACA guidelines.
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
• Previous experience working in an overnight camp setting.
• Current Lifeguard with Waterfront Skills module certification.
• Redcross Lifeguard Instructor certification preferred.
• Training and experience in waterfront activities that are offered at camp including swimming and small craft boating.
• Previous lifeguarding experience.
• Previous experience supervising staff members.
• Previous experience creating schedules.
• Previous experience with children’s camps or working with children preferred.
• Previously demonstrated knowledge and skill in camp and outdoor adventure programming, including but not limited to target sports, aquatic activities, camping skills, STEM activities, etc. preferred.
• Must have belief in (and ability to speak about passionately and with conviction) the mission and values of Girl Scouts, be willing to subscribe to the principles expressed in the Promise and Law, and aware of the needs of youth in our pluralistic society.
• Current certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED or willingness to obtain.
• Must become a member of Girl Scouts.
• Must be able to pass State and National background check.
• Ability to collaborate with teammates and supervisors and cohabitate effectively in a communal environment.

• Position requires flexibility with schedule, typical schedule is Sunday through Friday, though some Saturdays may be required.
• Position requires living on site and working evenings.

• Room and board.
• $80 per day (position requires a 6-day workweek).
• Paid training and certifications.
• Professional development.
• Leadership development training.
• Access to an extensive Girl Scout alumni network.

Salary : $80