Camp Unit - Camp Arrowhead
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal
Location: Stevenson
Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington is looking for talented and dedicated staff for our summer overnight camps who love the camp experience and are passionate about the Girl Scouts mission. In this role, you’ll teach girls new skills, keep them safe as they explore camp experiences, and ensure they have a session full of wonderful memories and camp magic.
As camp staff, you’ll live and work in rustic resident camp settings from June 21 through August 25. Shower and toilet facilities are separate from cabins and could include non-flush toilets and dormitory‑style showers. Most of your time will be spent in the great outdoors leading and participating in fun activities with campers, such as hiking, archery, swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts – depending on your skills and interests.
Camp staff are paid a daily rate based on the position, applicable certifications, and previous experience in that role, plus a $400 retention bonus for completing the season.
Requirements for All Positions- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
- Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
- Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week.
- Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family‑style meals, campfire and occasional off‑camp trips. Encourage participation from all campers.
- Facilitate camper‑led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
- Help campers adjust to the camp culture and community and ensure all campers feel included in activities.
- Redirect camper behavior and resolve conflict between campers.
- Establish and enforce all safety rules and procedures.
- Care for the health and safety of all campers.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of co‑counselors and admin staff to provide programs and other activities within the unit.
- Manage self‑care with reasonable accommodations.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Drive the camp van on the majority of camp trips.
- Participate in camp activities while in trip.
- Enforce safety standards for all campers and staff.
- On pickup and drop off days, drive van (majority of time).
- 21+.
- Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week.
- Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family‑style meals, campfire and occasional off‑camp trips. Encourage participation from all campers.
- Facilitate camper‑led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
- Help campers adjust to the camp culture and community and ensure all campers feel included in activities.
- Redirect camper behavior and resolve conflict between campers.
- Establish and enforce all safety rules and procedures.
- Care for the health and safety of all campers.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of co‑counselors and admin staff to provide programs and other activities within the unit.
- Manage self‑care with reasonable accommodations.
- At least 21 years of age.
- Experience working in an overnight camp setting (preferred).
Most program specialists carry more than one specialty area, which could include Boating, STEM or Nature, Archery, Arts & Crafts, Climbing Wall, etc.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the activities in their assigned program area(s) for up to 100 campers a week.
- Develop and deliver activities that support the accomplishment of program goals, including the earning of Girl Scout recognitions.
- Ensure that all safety standards set by Girl Scouts and the American Camp Association are met at all times.
- Assist in the training of staff…
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