Lead Counselor

DescriptionSEASONAL STAFF - CAMP WaBak(Travelers Rest, SC Area)May 19, 2025 through July 26, 2025This position stays onsite (including overnight)Sunday, 12 : 00 p.m. – Friday, 4 : 00 p.m.1 Saturday required : July 26 – camp clean-up dayDates off : July 3-5, 2025Lifeguard training - May 17-18, 2025

• for applicants that qualify .Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands council is the largest organization serving girls in South Carolina. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. If you love the outdoors and love kids, a position at Camp WaBak—our 130-acre overnight camp in the northwestern area of Greenville County—might be perfect for you. Our camp staff supervise, and guide girls aged 1st-12th grade as they participate in a wide variety of camp programming including swimming, boating, archery, hiking, tent camping, arts and crafts, cookouts, campfires, team building, and more!POSITION SUMMARYLead Counselors will serve as the head counselor for one unit (small, similarly aged group) of girls and provide hands-on, interactive activities such as crafting, science experiments, and theme-based activities. Lead Counselors will be responsible for meeting the session goals and activities. They will be responsible for delegating tasks and supervising General Counselors and Junior Counselors in the same unit providing guidance, support, and advice when necessary.While at camp, our Lead Counselors will be role models for our campers – showing enthusiasm, kindness, and creativity. Along with another counselor, you will facilitate archery sessions, create one-of-a-kind tie dye, rock a dance party, and roast tasty s’mores! You can expect to spend your summer days hiking camp, outside playing games on the field, and trying something new each day.Explore more about Overnight Camp at Camp WaBak : https : / / www.gssc-mm.org / en / get-involved / camps-and-properties.htmlESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTSNo prior Girl Scout experience required to apply.Must be at least 18 years old.HS Diploma or equivalent required (advanced education or college preferred).Successful reference check, drug screen and background check.2 years of relevant experience developing and facilitating program activities with children in grades K-12. Camp experience preferred.Ability to supervise other staff and delegate job responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.First Aid and CPR certification required (available during camp staff training if needed).Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to make independent decisions; interact effectively with staff and volunteers; and work well with children.Upon hire, must hold personal membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.Ability to drive preferred but is not required. Drivers must have personal transportation and the ability to drive. Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance which meets the council insurance company’s requirement for coverage.Individuals who are Bilingual (Spanish) are encouraged to apply.Assists in the smooth functioning of summer camp by performing other duties as assigned.RESPONSIBILITIESServe as a lead counselor, supervising one unit of girls, and being responsible for the direction, supervision, and safety of all girls in the unit.Act as a camp activity leader in a variety of program areas as needed (for example, weird science, drama, sports, archery, arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, etc.) and ensure girls are engaged in hands-on weekly-themed activities.Ensure that program objectives are met for each session.Supervise, lead, and guide counselors within the unit, alongside the Assistant Director.Responsible for creating a girl-driven weekly schedule and ensuring that all staff in your unit have appropriate amounts of scheduled time off.Learn and implement the crisis management plan, including emergency procedures. Be aware of the ongoing medical needs of the campers.Assist in calling meals at the dining hall, leading all-camp activities, and other general camp counselor duties as assigned by the Assistant Director or other administrative staff.Ensure program site and supplies are properly maintained. Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.Serve as a role model to guide campers in appropriate behaviors, language, attitudes, and activities to help girls develop individual responsibility.Responsible for communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving within the unit.Serve as a role model to campers through relationship development, respect for diversity, and empowerment of youth.Incumbent will sleep in a girl unit (sometimes in a separate counselor cabin, and sometimes in an attached but separate room) and is expected to help with nighttime supervision and morning routines.ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSActivities occur both inside and outside with employee subject to environmental conditions to include fluctuating weather conditions (hot, cold, wind, rain, etc.) and exposure to a variety of vegetation and animals.Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.Ability to perform light work exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.COMPENSATION / BENEFITSSummer seasonal employment is a unique experience and falls under the seasonal exemption standard categorized as “seasonal amusement or recreational establishment” by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Department of Labor (DOL). This exempts the position from federal minimum and overtime wage requirements as we compensate a daily rate plus. The potential weekly earnings for this position is between $350 - $375 depending on experience, availability, scheduling, and any related certifications. Seasonal staff are eligible for a performance-based bonus that will be paid after the first 4 weeks of summer camp and at the end of summer camp. Seasonal staff may qualify for a performance-based bonus and a stay-on bonus. Eligibility for each bonus is outlined below : Performance Bonus – is paid to staff who meet or exceed weekly key metrics. The bonus is paid out mid-summer and at the end of camp in the final pay.Stay-on Bonus - paid to staff who work all weeks committed through the end of camp. The bonus is paid out at the end of camp in the final pay.This is a seasonal position only with no eligibility for benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.)Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with GSSC-MM, please contact Human Resources at humanresouces@gssc-mm.org. GSSC-MM reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.#J-18808-Ljbffr