Camp Program Facilitator

Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council

Job Title: Camp DEELCOS Program Facilitator

FLSA Status: Seasonal Staff Summer Camp Staff

Department: Camp Services

Reports to: Camp DEELCOS Program Manager

Location: GSHNC Camp DEELCOS Statesville, NC

Number of positions:

Weekly Rate: 325 – 350 per week

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Job Purpose: The Program Facilitator will enrich camper’s experience by designing and implementing Archery, Slingshots, Hatchet throwing, Field Games, Sports and other activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to the campers’ age and abilities. The Program Facilitator will work closely with the Program Manager to ensure the programming is adequately supported and properly executed.

Essential Functions

• Plans, leads, and facilitates innovative, progressive programming such as archery, slingshots, hatchet throwing, games, and more as directed by the Program Manager for first time and returning participants.
• Properly sets up and takes down activity areas.
• Maintains accurate facility and equipment usage logs and alerts the Program Manager when new equipment or facility repairs are required.
• Coordinates closely with Program Manager daily in order to ensure clear communication of expectations and accommodation of special needs or requests of campers, families, staff or volunteers.
• Manages and maintains the physical facilities and equipment in program areas assigned to the specifications of the American Camp Association, Health Department regulations, and GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with staff and creating harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Assists as needed throughout the camp life, acting as a unit counselor as needed, covering breaks, assisting in living units working with unit staff to directly supervise campers, including but not limited to living in units with campers and assisting with nighttime and morning routines.
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.
• Manages camper behavior, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Participates in and performs duties within the general camp life, including but not limited to check in, check out, all camp activities, themed days or meals, cookout, and duties at meals.
• Ensures camp is providing quality and safe programming for all campers by following all policies, procedures, protocols, and health and safety standards of GSHNC, American Camp Association, Health Department, and Safety Activity Checkpoints
• Be a role model to campers and staff in attitude and behavior.
• Engages in problem-solving skills, by clarifying desired information, researching, locating and delivering findings and solutions.
• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity at all times.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Adheres to the policies of the Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council and promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers.
• Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age by June 1, 2024.
• Level 1 Archery Certification or ability to acquire by the start of camp (or equivalent training or experience).
• Adherence to all Personnel Policies for Seasonal Camp Staff.
• Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills.
• Ability to work with, communicate with and teach children ages six through seventeen.
• Must reside on camp property during summer; may be required to live in units with campers.
• Ability to make a commitment to the philosophy of Girl Scouting, both nationally and locally.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Yearly membership in GSUSA is required.
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in Girl Scout outdoor programs, camp counseling, leadership, and training techniques is preferred.
• High Ropes Facilitator Training preferred.
• First aid training is desirable.
• Fluent in Spanish and English is preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

Environmental Demands

• Continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited equipment and facilities, with daily exposure to sun, heat, and insects.
• Willingness to live in camp facilities that may not have AC.
• Frequent work under stress and under pressure of deadlines with overlapping projects.
• Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire.
• Continuous work as a team member and ability to work independently with some supervision.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council.

Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer