Nature​/Unit Counselor - Day Camp; Camp Piperwood

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Summer Professional Fairport, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $4,000.00 To $4,300.00 Annually

Position Title:
Nature Counselor
- Day Camp

Reports To:
Program Director

Department:
Camp/Property/Outdoor

Status:
Exempt

Location:
Summer Day Camp – Piperwood/Windy Meadows

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To plan, organize, implement and evaluate the nature program at day camp. Actual salary will be based on applicant’s experience.

• Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals.
• Plan an organized nature program that promotes and encourages creativity and follow the camp program/theme.
• Order necessary supplies within camp budget and with prior Camp Director approval.
• Schedules & instructs as many classes as is deemed necessary by the program director.
• Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the nature area as well as the nature equipment.
• Develops and enforces safety measures for the nature area.
• Conducts inventories of supplies at the beginning and end of season and communicates supplies needed for the next camp season.
• Assists with overnights when deemed necessary.
• Participates in all aspects of camp including pre-camp, open house and post camp.
• Attends staff meetings when scheduled/necessary.
• Apply behavior management techniques to conflicts with children when necessary.
• Report incident/accidents to supervisor or health supervisor immediately.
• Report suspected child abuse to supervisor immediately.
• May need to act as bus aide at some point during the summer day camp season (will receive additional pay).
• • If acting as bus aide
  • Must meet the bus at the terminal or first bus stop in the morning.
  • Take a head count of the campers every day during the morning pick-up and evening drop-off and maintain safety and orderliness on the bus.
  • Report absent campers to the Assistant Camp Director every morning and evening.
  • Assure that a parent or other designated adult meets campers before the bus drives off by utilizing the camper pick-up form.
• Accepts other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Program Director/Camp Director.

• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism at all times.
• Ability to articulate organizational mission and its importance with passion and conviction, and in a manner that resonates with the listener.
• Commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Strong time management skills with ability to work independently and effectively prioritize duties and tasks.
• Capacity to manage stress effectively and work well under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly.
• Proven capability to work in a collaborative, service-focused environment.
• Capacity to work well with others in a congenial and effective manner.
• Ability to effectively manage and foster relationships with council staff, volunteers within the camp community.
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member of GSUSA.
• Successfully pass the required background checks at hire and thereafter.
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from home and work.
• If travel is required, must possess a valid driver’s license, meet minimum state auto insurance requirements, and meet the…