Program Leader; Trip & Transportation- Camp Greene Wood

Program Leader (Trip & Transportation) – Camp Greene Wood

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2026 camp staff today! Our Camp Greene Wood day camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17.

• Dates:
  June 2 – August 1, 2026
• Weekly schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday
• Saturday and Sundays off
• Camp closed June 19, 2026 and July 3–5, 2026 (unpaid days)
• Special overnight week:
  June 29 – July 1, 2026 (includes 2‑hour break on Tuesday)
• Includes leadership training, staff training, in‑service day, and a staff training week (7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

• Pay: $120 per day
• First Aid and CPR certifications
• Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available for interested staff
• Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program

• Loves interacting with children and has prior experience working with varying ages
• Enjoys spending time outdoors and has experience in an outdoor setting
• Must be 21+ years old as of June 14, 2026 and possess a high school diploma or GED
• 1–3 years of experience working with children in a camp or similar setting
• Willingness to work and, at times, live in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, including irregular hours, rustic facilities, limited technology, and varied weather conditions

• Oversee the coordination of off‑site field trips, including schedule management, safety and supervision protocols, and training staff on trip procedures
• Provide fun, positive, and active leadership to campers
• Create a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new activities
• Model problem‑solving, collaboration, and initiative for campers and staff
• Work as an active member of the leadership team to foster teamwork, open communication, positive peer relationships, and support
• Develop, supervise, and facilitate programs in an assigned specialty area using Girl Scout program guidelines
• Maintain knowledge of the schedule, activities, and needs of campers’ programs, acting as the primary facilitator when required
• Oversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events
• Ensure adherence to safety and educational procedures
• Manage program supplies, spaces, and specialty equipment, maintaining a clean camp environment
• Take overall responsibility for the well‑being of campers throughout their camp experience
• Serve as the first‑level advisor for counselors with camper challenges and concerns, providing guidance and advocacy
• Other duties as assigned

Apply today to join our summer camp team!