Sleep Away Unit Leader

POSITION SUMMARY : Position works with the camp administration to coordinate and deliver unit program and camp activities. They are responsible for the supervision and care of a designated number of campers. Assists with the delivery of various programs within a unit and ensures the safety and well-being of the campers by organizing, planning, and administering unit activities following State Regulations, ACA Standards, Girl Scout Activity Checkpoints, and GSOFCT Volunteer Essentials with an emphasis on age-appropriate and session specific programs.MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Coordinates and delivers unit programs with overall emphasis on thematic activities; works cooperatively to enrich all camp and unit programs and assists with general camp operations.
• Manages multiple priorities and unit schedules to ensure work is completed in a timely and productive manner.
• Delegates unit responsibilities, establishes expectations and provides guidance, assists in developing staff schedules and time-off.
• Follows and enforces Camp Staff Personnel Policies.
• Assists in conflict resolution and problem solving with staff as needed.
• Participates in mandated pre-camp training and attends all scheduled advisory meetings.
• Maintains health and safety standards for campers, unit staff and self, and ensures well-equipped first aid kit is maintained and available in the unit.
• Provides continuous communication with the Director of First Aid regarding the health status of campers and unit staff.
• 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.
• Completes all required paperwork within the unit including attendance, reports, badge record sheets, daily activity reports, incident and accident reports.
• Keeps records and prepares written reports as requested.
• Reports needed repairs of equipment and facilities to the administrative staff.
• Participates in all regularly scheduled meetings and trainings to ensure open and positive communication.
• Participates in opening and closing procedures of the camp season.
• Maintains knowledge of emergency protocols with the ability to make immediate life saving decisions.
• Keeps the Camp Director, and her / his designee, as well as unit staff, informed of activities, problems and concerns on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains professional camper / staff relationships throughout the camp season.
• Performs assigned evening unit counselor responsibilities.
• Instructs specialty programs as assigned
• Other duties as assigned.SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES :
• At least 20 years or older.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with a diverse group of staff / campers (background / abilities) to encourage full participation in Girl Scouting.
• Proven ability to multi-task as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in extreme environmental conditions and walk on uneven terrain.
• 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 camping, leadership, organizational skills with strong communication skills is required.EDUCATION : High school graduate or its equivalent1 year of higher education completed preferredResident Advisor in a college setting preferredExperience in supervising people in an out of doors settingCERTIFICATIONS : First Aid / CPR / AED certification along with medication administration certification, or willingness to obtain upon being hired.