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Girl Scouts River Valleys · 4 hours ago

Camp Program Specialists and Managers

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$650/wk - $650/wk

Girl Scouts River Valleys is dedicated to empowering young girls through summer camp experiences. Specialists and managers are responsible for planning and leading safe and engaging activities that cater to campers' ages and abilities while supporting counselors in their duties.

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Responsibilities

Give support to counselors with their campers in small groups, in their living unit and throughout the day to foster an inclusive, safe, and fun experience

Develop and deliver a program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers

Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment for the program

Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior

Create an inclusive environment that ensures all campers feel supported and affirmed as they experience camp with us

Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures

Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship

Model the values of the Girl Scout Mission, Promise, Law and Program Goals at all times

Qualification

First Aid/CPR certificationCurrent program certificationsTeaching experienceCultural competencyYouth development understandingOutdoor work enthusiasmTeam playerAdaptabilityCommunication skills

Required

All staff members must be at least 18 years of age or have graduated from high school by the start of the camp season

Must be First Aid/CPR certified or be able to obtain this certification (GSRV can assist with the certification process)

Must have current certifications related to the program area or documented training and experience

Ability to interact well with all age levels and understand the development needs of youth

Training and/or experience in teaching children

Ability to conduct all activities with a high degree of cultural competency

Sufficient eye-to-hand coordination to successfully operate tools and equipment as necessary and respond appropriately to situations where campers require assistance or first aid

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time

Physical ability to frequently stop, climb, bend, kneel, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, lift, and move objects up to 50 pounds at shoulder height, and occasionally lift more than 50 pounds

See and read printed materials, with or without visual aids; distinguish colors; read and understand rules and policies, labels, and instructions

Verbal communication including the ability to speak and hear at normal room levels

In addition to completing the application, you are required to provide three references (cannot be related to you) who can judge your qualifications for this position

Preferred

It is preferred that candidates are willing to live on-site in GSRV assigned housing and comply with conditions of GSRV housing agreement. This includes the ability to live in the rustic, communal setting of summer camp with campers and staff of all ages. However, those who wish to commute to camp may still be considered