Camp Counselor - Mah-Kah-Wee and River Point Program Centers

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Position: Camp Counselor - Mah-Kah-Wee and River Point Program Centers

Location: Chuluota, FL

Job : 229

# of Openings: 1

Camp Counselors are directly responsible for the care and well-being of campers during their stay. This is a seasonal position that will require living on-site at either Mah-Kah-Wee Program Center or Riverpoint Program Center, Sunday through Friday, as assigned. Counselors will be required to attend and participate in training, setup, and cleanup weeks.

• Provide and maintain a safe and fun environment that will support the overall well-being, health, and safety of all girls and staff during the entire camp session.
• Comply with and adhere to all guidelines set forth by Girl Scouts of Citrus Council.
• Guide activities and experiences through girl-led planning and the Girl Scout Program.
• Ensure camper safety, development, growth, skill achievement, and general well-being.
• Facilitate camper mediation for confrontation and seek administrative help as needed.
• Organize and facilitate activities for large and small groups.
• Responsible for proper care/use of camp equipment and facilities.
• Participate in all camp events, staff meetings, and other activities.
• Be a role model; maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all staff.
• Complete and submit all required paperwork and reports as directed.
• Complete all assigned training modules prior to arrival.
• Other duties as assigned by the Camp Leadership Team.

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful clearance of a Level 2 Criminal Background Screening, the National Sex Offender Public Website, and completion of GSUSA Girl Scouts Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Course.
• Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR.
• A willingness to adhere to the principles expressed in the Promise and Law.
• The acceptance and understanding that employment is at an overnight camp and that, therefore, work hours are irregular.
• A willingness to live, work, and sleep in a community environment within an outdoor setting.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs and mental wellness of campers.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, patience, self-control, and the ability to adapt well to changing situations.
• Have a current GSUSA membership or be willing to obtain one prior to beginning work.
• Must submit a current Health Examination signed by a medical professional prior to the first day of pre-camp.

• Experience in Girl Scouting
• Experience working with youth in a group or camp setting
• Bi-lingual (Spanish and English)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to work for long hours standing, walking, and/or sitting while being exposed to the sun, heat, wildlife, and varying weather conditions daily.
• Ability to occasionally climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Business First Mindset
• Communicator
• Critical Thinker
• Customer Centric
• Leadership and Stewardship
• Learning and Innovation
• Relational Intelligence
• Social Justice and Inclusion (DEI)

The statements above reflect the essential functions and qualifications for this job, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing. Employees may be asked to perform other duties as needed to ensure the smooth functioning of Council operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please be advised that this document should not be construed, in any manner, as a contract of employment.

All employees of the Girl Scouts of Citrus are employees "at-will." By signing below, I acknowledge I have read, understand and am able to successfully perform the responsibilities and requirements of this position as described.