Summer Camp Leader

Overview:

Girls Inc. of Wayne County has been dedicated to empowering girls through educational programming for over 55 years. We provide enriching afterschool and summer programs for girls from Kindergarten through 10th grade, fostering their growth and development both on-site and in local schools.

Summary:

We are seeking a Camp Leader to join our dynamic team at Girls Inc. of Wayne County. This role is crucial in leading our summer camp programs, creating a safe and engaging environment for girls to learn, grow, and have fun. Located in Wayne County, this position plays a significant part in fulfilling our mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Position: Summer Camp Leader (Seasonal)

Employed by: Executive Director

Reports to: Program Manager

Pay/Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Hourly, Full Time, Seasonal (Summer 8-9 weeks)

* Must be available Monday-Fridays, Camp runs June 2nd-July 25th *

Purpose: Assist with, design and/or facilitate programs and activities in accordance with Girls Inc. philosophy across diverse cultural, social and educational program areas. Programming should be engaging, high energy and demonstrate depth in content area while encouraging girls to take risks and master physical, intellectual and emotional challenges.

Program Responsibilities:

• Create, implement and/or schedule Girls Inc. of Wayne County programming, both directly and indirectly through the supervision and coordination of programming staff and volunteers.
• Support, design and schedule curricular goals and monthly calendars of program activities and events for girls that are and age specific.
• Programs should be diverse in content areas, including math and science education, pregnancy and drug abuse prevention, leadership development, media literacy, economic literacy, adolescent health, violence prevention, and sports/health/wellness.
• Programs and activities will incorporate goals and initiatives connecting with various constituencies, including our broader community, the Girls Inc. network, and our local affiliate's needs.
• Coordinate process and track regular and special programs (i.e., field trips, snack).
• Serve as a positive role model for girls. Communicate appropriately and professionally in the spirit of Girls Inc.’s mission. Demonstrate respectful communication, healthy relationships and positive leadership at all times.
• Teach, encourage and inspire girls to be respectful to themselves and others.
• Expect the best from girls, and set high and clear expectations for behavior. Actively support and contribute to any group and individual incentive and behavior programs.
• Assist with volunteers. Providing supervision, coaching and evaluation of Program Volunteers may be required.
• Provide guidance while identifying, compiling and creating tools, resources and tips for volunteers/staff to explore new and different approaches and resources to meet the needs of the girls and to keep programs flexible, educational and interesting.
• Collaboratively establish work plans and objectives, attend/conduct regular meetings and approve time slips for assigned parties.
• Assist with assessment and evaluation, including attendance, achievements, and behavior. Provides reports to the Program Manager/others as requested.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and family members, informing them of girls’ achievements and challenges.

Other Responsibilities:

• Insure overall safety, cleanliness and functioning of Girls Inc.'s facilities or outreach locations, including support for some/all of the following:
• Daily cleaning to include program rooms, kitchen, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Restock and supply all areas as needed.
• Provide support to Institutional partners, including partner post-secondary schools with students providing volunteer and service hours at Girls Inc.
• Using organization’s vehicle assist with daily delivery/pick-ups as needed. Run errands as necessary.
• Coordinate efforts to produce communications with families, newsletters, brochures and other outreach.
• In collaboration with program staff, support all program and registration correspondence (i.e. parent/family letters, calendars, family booklets, team lists, invoices).
• Assist with documentation and story-telling of Girls Inc. programs, including taking photographs & video and recording stories, learning lessons & impact.

Girls Inc. Professionalism

• Participate in periodic assessment of own performance, develops own goals and objectives. Take advantage of training and other developmental and professional growth opportunities. Attend and participate in Girls Incorporated regional and national functions as agreed upon with the Program Manager/Outreach Manager.
• Participate in all staff and team meetings to share ideas and concerns, and works collaboratively with staff to ensure agency goals and objectives are met.
• Any and all duties as assigned by the Manager and others as directed by the Program/Outreach Manager.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, IN 47374 (Required)

If you are passionate about empowering young girls and creating memorable experiences, we invite you to apply for the Camp Leader position at Girls Inc. of Wayne County today!

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Richmond, IN 47374 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, IN 47374: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $12 - $14