What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Counselor position at Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey?
Job Type
Full-time, Temporary
Description
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment! Lake Rickabear Day Camp sits on 332 acres of land including a beautiful 40-acre, spring-fed lake, perfect for swimming, pedal boating, paddle boarding, and row boating.
The Camp Counselor is responsible for the direct supervision of campers with attention to their health, happiness, discipline and safety. The counselor is responsible for planning and implementing and inclusive program and ensuring skill development, personal growth and fun. They will aid in administering a safe unit program to a group of 12-20 girls, and offer creative educational opportunities in an outdoor setting utilizing the Girl Scout program
Direct Supervisor : Head Unit Leader
Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Assist in the operation of the camp and its programs to reflect the goals of Girl Scouting.
- Attend pre-camp training
- Understand and practice waterfront procedures, health and safety, unit programming.
- Assist the Unit Leader in developing the weekly program in the unit.
- Counselors may assume the Unit Leader's Responsibilities in the event of the Unit Leader's absence.
- Participate in all unit activities and all camp activities, overnights, and other activities as required.
- Supervise, participate, and support the unit staff, Specialists, and Guest Presenters.
- Assume responsibility for the health and welfare of the members of her unit and report any accident or illness to the camp health supervisor. Minor injuries can be cared for and documented within the unit by the Unit Leader or Counselors.
- Respond to emergencies and communicate with the unit about necessary procedures to ensure safety. (ex. Lost Camper)
- Assist with opening and closing of camp including needed inventories and reports.
- Must be able to stay and sleep over for at least two out of the three overnights.
- Promote high camper and staff morale.
- Follow all procedures established in the Camp Communicable Disease Plan to mitigate risks associated with communicable diseases including Covid19.
- Perform other duties as requested
Requirements
Physical Requirements
Daily Rate : $108 (new staff) - $113 per day (returning staff). This is based on a 7.5 hour work day, which translates to $14.40 - $15.07 hourly respectively.
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Salary Description
108 - $113 per day (7.5 hr work day)
Salary : $14 - $15
