Camp Unit Staff- Camp Cleawox

Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington is looking for talented and dedicated staff for our summer overnight camps who love the camp experience and are passionate about the Girl Scouts mission. In this role, you’ll teach girls new skills, keep them safe as they explore camp experiences, and ensure they have a session full of wonderful memories and camp magic.

As camp staff, you’ll live and work in rustic resident camp settings from June 22 through August 25. Shower and toilet facilities are separate from cabins and could include non-flush toilets and dormitory-style showers. Most of your time will be spent in the great outdoors leading and participating in fun activities with campers, such as hiking, archery, swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts – depending on your skills and interests.

Camp staff are paid a daily rate based on the position, applicable certifications, and previous experience in that role, plus a $400 retention bonus for completing the season.

Requirements for all positions:

• Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
• Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
• Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
• Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
• Stooping, squatting, and bending.
• Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.

Unit Counselor: $75.83 to $85.83 per day ($455 to $515 per week)

• Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week and help each camper adjust and become used to other campers and camp life.
• Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire.
• Assist in guiding the individual campers to participate in group camp activities and participating with them.
• Responsible for the health and safety of campers in the unit; carry out health and safety regulations.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of co-counselors and admin staff to provide programs and other activities within the unit.
• Facilitate camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age.

Program Specialist: $75.83 to $85.83 per day ($455 to $515 per week)

Most program specialists carry more than one specialty area, which could include Boating, STEM or Nature, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Climbing Wall, etc. Program Specialists are responsible for:

• Leading the activities in their assigned program area(s) for up to 100 campers a week.
• Developing and delivering activities that support the accomplishment of program goals, including the earning of Girl Scout recognitions.
• Ensuring that all safety standards set by Girl Scouts and the American Camp Association are met at all times.
• Assisting in the training of staff during pre-camp in program activities.
• Set up, maintain, and close program areas for use during camp.
• Working with units to schedule program area time and activities.
• Living in a unit with 2-3 other staff and 10-12 campers, taking on a primary caregiver role in those units when not in their assigned program areas.
• Leading and participating in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire.
• Request needed program supplies and equipment within budget limitations.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Certification or documented training and experience in one or more of the following: archery, small craft safety (canoe, kayaks, rowboats), adventure challenge/leadership/belay, crafts, and/or nature with a willingness to gain skill in other areas.

Leadership Camp Specialist:​ $85.83 to $95.83 per day ($515 to $575 per week)

• Alongside 1 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 8-10 campers per program and help each camper adjust and become used to other campers and camp life.
• Create and implement a camp schedule that includes camping and leadership skills for becoming a staff member, based on the needs of participants and the curriculum developed by GSOSW and GSUSA.
• Work with unit staff to supervise and evaluate the leadership abilities of leadership campers during their unit/program area time.
• Evaluate campers' progress in the leadership camp program and make recommendations for each camper's future development.
• Responsible for the health and safety conditions of campers and staff in the unit.
• Serve as a resource for program skills.
• Facilitate camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
• Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire and teach these skills to the leadership campers.

Requirements:

• At least 18 years of age (21 preferred)
• Experience working in an overnight camp setting (preferred)

Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:

• Leadership experience
• Program management
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Working with diverse groups
• Curriculum delivery and development
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-solving
• Effective communication

Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at both of our beautiful Camp properties.

• Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
• Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.

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About Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington: At Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington, it's our mission to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Staff supports a network of dedicated volunteers who bring Girl Scouts programming to youths in their community. Since 1912, Girl Scouts has supported children and young adults to achieve their full potential—and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for young women. With Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington, you can make a difference in the lives of Girl Scouts, adult volunteers, and the world.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We encourage, value, and honor diversity and support a culture of equity and inclusion. We are committed to fostering diversity at every level of the organization. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We recognize that a commitment to these values is a living commitment that requires attention, reflection, and continual action. All employees must support these efforts and participate in training, projects, and initiatives to forward this work. Click here to read our complete Equity Statement.

How to Apply: Submit your application via our Careers site. Select the locations and positions you are interested in during the application process. You can apply for more than one opportunity, and we will work with you to find the best fit!

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