Seasonal Camp Unit Counselor

Counselors are the primary caregivers for campers and are responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and carrying out activities and guiding campers in their personal growth and daily living skills. Counselors work in a team to ensure the upkeep of camp living spaces, camper safety, and promote high standards in all aspects of the camp program. Serve as a role model to campers and staff through actions, appearance, manners, language, and general conduct. Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, planning and leading activities as assigned.

The identification of Duties and Responsibilities does not display an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the related work that may be assigned to this position

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Work with fellow unit staff in developing and implementing program ideas and ensuring delivery of Girl Scout program.
• Be knowledgeable about the needs of campers, including special needs (i.e. diet, medication, bedwetting, etc.), meeting the needs of all campers in your unit.
• Supervise and assist campers in all camp activities (i.e. wake-up, meals, program, and rest time) at all times of day.
• Maintain safe and clean camp environment reporting any concerns to supervisor, including serious injury or illness.
• Follow and maintain all safety and cleaning protocols, including sanitation schedules, safety guidelines and procedures for all camp facilities.
• Ability to demonstrate and appropriately support others in following established safety and cleaning protocols.
• Report all accidents promptly including notifying the Camp Director of any serious injury or illness.
• Participate in meetings as required, attend all first and last night campfires, and assist in the opening and closing of camp.
• Complete and submit all reports and evaluations on time.
• Evaluate current camp season and make suggestions for the following season.
• Demonstrate and promote a climate of courtesy and professionalism to coworkers, campers, volunteers, parents, and others.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Adhere to all council employee policies and procedures.
• Maintain the standards of the American Camp Association and local and state agencies.
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION l WORK EXPERIENCE l CERTIFICATIONS

Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required:

• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or 17 and graduated high school.
• Group leadership and supervisory experience preferred.

Required Skills:

• Experience working with groups of children.
• Ability to keep supervisor informed and aware of activities and/or problems with area of work.
• Ability to work within established procedures and to recognize the important responsibilities of the position.
• Manage time effectively, work independently and handle several projects at the same time.
• Must be able to comprehend and practice all safety protocols and cleanings schedules for all Council and camp facilities.
• Demonstrate a demeanor that enables instruction and appropriate correction of behaviors and practices that expose others to safety threats or immediate harm.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and physically meet the demands of camp life.
• Ability to provide for the health and safety of campers and staff.
• Ability to work with adults and children regardless of age, race, disability, religion, ethic, or socioeconomic background.
• Possess a positive attitude and be flexible, responsible, patient and enthusiastic.

Minimum License, Certifications & Affiliations/Memberships and CEU’s:

• Must successfully complete a criminal history background check.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification through a verified provider

Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place, and you just might be the role model they need!

For 2026, camp staff will have the opportunity to work at one of our 3 amazing camp properties! While Skyland Ranch will act as your home base for the summer season, you may be assigned to work a Troop Camp session at Azalea Trails or a Day Camp session at Wi-Wo-Ca! A typical week at Skyland Ranch begins with staff check-in at 8:00 AM on Mondays and conclude with a weekly wrap-up meeting after dinner on Fridays. Weekend programs range from 1.5-hour horse meet-and-greets to 2-day (Saturday to Sunday) family overnights.

Our summer season for staff runs from as early as June 1st for some positions, and can go as late as August 1st. Due to the diverse range of summer programs we're offering, we ask our staff to be available all 7 days during the week and will receive at least 24 hours off each week.

Why work at camp?

Working at camp is a great way to connect with nature, new friends, and yourself. You'll build skills at camp that can be applied to any job or career you may find yourself in! While living and working with the same group of people for a short period of time, you'll develop friendships that will last a lifetime and find a community of supportive, like-minded people whose paths you may never have otherwise crossed.

Marketable skills include (but are certainly not limited to):

• Communication
• Problem solving
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Emotional intelligence
• Resilience and adaptability
• Critical thinking
• Empathy and compassion
• Leadership
• Patience
• Confidence
• Time management
• Supervisory skills
• and so many more!

Working at camp gives you the opportunity to be a role model for the next generation. You will get to shape campers' lives and have a positive impact on their futures. You can be the adult you needed to see when you were growing up.