Girl Scouts Day Camp Summer 2025

GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF THE HUDSON, INC.

Looking for the perfect summer job? Love the outdoors? Look no further! Join us at Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp with Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc. and experience the summer of a lifetime! Spend your days working with girls from 6-16 years old while singing songs, hiking, teaching outdoor skills, team building, specialty programming and much more. Experience working with kids or at a camp is recommended but not required! Training is provided. Applicants 18 years or older are encouraged to apply. Below is a list of positions available at Camp Addisone Boyce.

Positions available at Camp Addisone Boyce Day Camp

• Unit Leaders (21 )
• Counselors (18 )
• Specialty Counselors* – Archery, Fishing (21 )
• Lifeguards* (18 )

o Aquatics Director: The Aquatics Director will coordinate all swimming activities at the pool, including lessons, training, and supervising of pool staff and swim records. They always maintain safe standards in the swimming area and administer routine lifeguard drills. The Pool Director will supervise care and maintenance of pool equipment. They will coordinate and supervise swimming program for overnights and plan alternative activities for foul weather. In accordance with ACA standards, applicant must be at least 21 years of age and be certified as an ARC Lifeguard and WSI In accordance with ACA standards, applicant must be at least 21 years of age and be certified as an ARC Waterfront Lifeguard and WSI; 1 year as a camp aquatics director at a NYS camp or 2 seasons experience consisting of at least 12 weeks as a children's camp lifeguard at a pool or beach which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time; or 8 weeks of previous experience as a lifeguard at a pool or beach, which had more than one lifeguard supervising it at a time.

· ACTIVITY SPECIALISTS

o Archery & Games: The Archery & Games Specialist will develop and deliver a creative, age appropriate, and safe archery program for campers in grades second through ninth. They will supply ideas and activities for staff to administer in their units and provide activities special interest days (if applicable) . This specialist will maintain and oversee archery and sports equipment. Applicant must have a thorough knowledge of archery instruction and be certified as an Archery Instructor or free certification is provided. Applicant should be inventive, creative, and passionate. Applicant must be 21 or older

· COUNSELORS

o Unit Leader: Unit Leaders will supervise and provide a variety of activities for a unit of 10-20 girls in a safe and healthy environment. They will create a fun atmosphere that promotes friendships, girl-centered planning, camping skills, and an appreciation for the outdoors. The Unit Leader will supervise counselors and Counselors in Training in the unit, be responsible for all paperwork for the unit and activities for rainy days. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have previous camp counseling experience, and be patient, energetic, enthusiastic, and able to communicate well with other unit staff.

o Unit Counselor: Unit Counselors will assist the Unit Leader in supervising and providing a variety of activities for the unit’s campers. They will ensure campers have fun, stay safe, and develop an appreciation for the outdoors. Counselors will assist activity specialists; participate in providing rainy day activities and serving as waterfront watcher /waterfront staff by supervising campers and leading activities. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and should be innovative, creative, and excited to be in an outdoor setting.

· Aquatics

o Lifeguard: Lifeguards will assist the Aquatics Manager in organizing and administering activities at the pool. They must display patience and encouragement while teaching swimming lessons, plan and execute alternative activities for foul weather, and guard the pool during free swim. Lifeguards will: monitor safety and health conditions, and assist in pool maintenance, and keep swim lesson records. They must have a current ARC Lifeguard certification, First Aid, CPR and AED certification (free certification or recertification provided) . Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, responsible and reliable

*Training will be provided

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $1,100.00 - $2,050.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please indicate which position(s) you are interested in:

Nurse (NY State RN License Required)
Unit Leaders (21 )
Counselors (18 )
Specialty Counselors* – Archery, Ropes, Fishing (21 )
Lifeguards* (18 )

• Please share your preferred method of communication along with your contact information (email or cell phone number).

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Experience with Children: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Tomkins Cove, NY 10986 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,100 - $2,050