Day Camp Counselor

Day Camp Counselor Job Description

Job Title:

Day Camp Counselor

Region/

Location:

Denver Metro Area / Denver, CO

Department:
Outdoor Programs & Property

Occupational Job Group: CP1

Pay Range: $19.29 - $22.00 per hour

Reports To:

Outdoor Programs & Events Manager

Date:
December 2025

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Terms:

Seasonal, Full-Time, Onsite

Supervisory Responsibility:
None

Housing:
Not Available

GENERAL

PURPOSE:

The Day Camp Counselor guides and counsels elementary age Girl Scouts at local nature parks in the Denver Metro area to help them gain invaluable experience in outdoor recreation, leadership, confidence and so much more! Activities include hiking, fishing, outdoor skills, archery, canoeing and stand-up paddle boarding, teambuilding, camp games and other activities.

SUMMER 2026 CAMP SCHEDULE

• May 26 - June 5:
  Staff Training Weeks, at the Girl Scouts Dream Lab in Denver. Schedule will be finalized and additional training dates may be added and will be shared with staff by Outdoor Programs and Events Manager by mid-May.
• Camp sessions are Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday hours will vary as needed to reset for the next camp week and staff meetings. Staff will work between 36-40 hours per week.
• Camp Session 1:
  June 8-12, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
• Camp Session 2:
  June 15-19, Cherry Creek State Park, Aurora
• Camp Session 3:
  June 22-26, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
• GSCO Closed June 29-July 3, No Camp
• Camp Session 4:
  July 6-10, Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood
• Camp Session 5:
  July 13-17, Chatfield State Park, Littleton
• Camp Session 6:
  July 20-24, Chatfield State Park, Littleton
• Camp Session 7:
  July 27-31, Girl Scouts Dream Lab, Denver

• Facilitate high-quality outdoor and camp programming for Girl Scouts that meet the needs of Girl Scouts and foster the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
• Create exciting, progressive, skill-based programming and inclusive of Girl Scouts of all ages, ability levels and from various backgrounds.
• Adapt activities and methods to individual and group needs and abilities, provide opportunities for Girl Scouts to experience variety, challenge, and progression.
• Use experiential, Girl Scout- led methods of instruction, and positive group management in accordance with the outdoor program department procedures and the Girl Scout Leadership

• Mentor Day Camp Program Assistants throughout the summer.
• Manage groups of Girl Scouts, facilitate program, and complete daily tasks.
• Be prepared with activities for all types of weather and other changes in the planned program.

• Demonstrate a caring attitude and manner with campers. Act as a role model of Girl Scout values for campers and staff.
• Guide Girl Scouts in becoming a group that includes and appreciates all members and honors individuality.
• Build appropriate and positive relationships with campers and communicate participant or group issues to Day Camp Site Director.
• Carry out activities to encourage personal growth, learn skills, and provide challenges appropriate to age, ability and readiness.
• Keep a high level of patience and understanding with campers and other staff during high stress times.

• Implement Girl Scout, State of Colorado, and American Camp Association safety standards.
• Conduct ongoing site inspection for hazards and verify that equipment is in safe condition before each use and is used properly for participants.
• Give first-aid care and complete required documentation of care.
• Respond to emergencies as appropriate in dynamic outdoor situations.

• Be an active member of the Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., demonstrating the principles of the Girl Scout Promise and Law in all activities.
• Present a positive image to campers, parents, and volunteers through all interactions.
• Participate in staff training, attend staff meetings, participate in the evaluation process, and contribute to the planning of the staff team's work.
• Respect the confidential nature of all…