Seasonal Program Counselor

Positions Available: Waterfront; Equestrian; Media Specialist

Job Summary

The Seasonal Program Counselor is responsible for planning, directing, and supervising the assigned program (Art, Aquatics, Equestrian, Media, STEM, and Trips) of the camp. The Program Counselor will provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for campers to express their creativity, and will have a positive attitude toward the program, and camp in general. Resident camp employment is seasonal, with dates of employment approximately May – August.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established procedures for supervising camper health and enforcing all safety regulations.
• Assume responsibility for the health and safety of campers and staff.
• Maintain positive relations with families, visitors, and the public at all times.
• Follow all camp rules and regulations and enforce them among staff.
• Actively participate in staff training and meetings.
• Work cooperatively with unit, program, and administrative staff to provide an enjoyable environment for all campers.
• Provide opportunities so that each camper will have a positive camping experience.
• Participate and instruct campers in emergency procedures.
• Assist each camper and staff member in meeting personal goals and those established by the camp for camper and staff development.
• Respond to and provide opportunities for discussion of individual or group problems or concerns.
• Guide activities and experiences using girl planning and Girl Scout Program.
• Teach and assist in activity areas assigned and participate in all other assigned events.
• Submit all required paperwork on time.
• Conduct an initial pre-camp inventory in your program area and store equipment for safety.
• During staff training, instruct staff on their responsibilities to you in your activity area.
• Conduct a daily check of program area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair.
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Teach and assist in program sessions.
• Clean, store, and pack away all materials and supplies at the end of the camp season.
• At the end of the camp season, prepare an evaluation and summary of the current camp season including inventories and recommendations for the following camp season.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Arts

• Responsible for planning, operating, and supervising the Arts n’ Crafts program geared to the ages, interests, and abilities of the campers.
• Schedule cabin rotations and organize supplies.
• For specialized sessions create meaningful lesson plans to further campers’ skills and experience.
• Must have experience in Arts n’ Craft program area.

Aquatics

• Under the supervision of the Program Lead assist in operating and supervising the Aquatics Program geared to the ages, interests, and abilities of the campers.
• In cooperation with Program Lead, ensure lesson plans foster participants’ aquatic skills.
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Must have current Lifeguard certification.
• Must have training and/or experience in waterfront activities.

Equestrian

• Under the supervision of the Program Lead assist in operating and supervising the Equestrian Program geared to the ages, interests, and abilities of the campers.
• In cooperation with Program Lead, lesson plans foster participants’ riding skills.
• Assist in all riding sessions.
• Teach and monitor proper use of equipment and facilities.
• Must have knowledge of horse care and horseback riding program.
• Must have ability and desire to supervise individuals in the riding and caring for horses.

Media

• Maintain list of campers with photo releases.
• Follow camp guidelines for photography and video content.
• Responsible for photographing campers and staff throughout each camp day.
• Upload photographs daily to our camper photo site, Bunk1.
• Organize content on portable drive based on predetermined categories.
• Actively film live video to be used in our slideshow/video and year-round marketing.
• Deliver at least (6) six social media posts each week. (May include post, story, reel).
• Create slideshows to mark the end of staff training and summer.
• Must have experience with photography and social media.

STEM

• Responsible for the planning, operating, and supervising the STEM Program geared to the ages, interests, and abilities of the campers.
• Schedule cabin rotations and organize supplies.
• For specialized sessions create meaningful lesson plans to further campers’ skills and experience.
• Work with other staff to host visiting program experts and ensure they have any necessary equipment.
• Must have experience in STEM program areas.

Trips

• Responsible for planning, operating, and supervising the Trips program geared to the ages, interests, and abilities of the campers.
• Coordinate travel and experiences with outside vendors in advance.
• Manage expenses and turn in all receipts.
• Conduct daily vehicle checklists and maintain mileage log.
• Must have experience driving different passenger vehicles including 15 passenger vans.
• Must be 25 to drive rental vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Willing to become a registered Girl Scout member and be at least 18 years old before the start of the camp season.
• Either have current First Aid and CPR certifications or obtain during staff training.
• Ability to model behavior consistent with the Girl Scout Mission, Promise, and Law.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills for dealing with daily issues in a variety of situations.
• Ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Patience to deal with 5 or more people at the same time.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing approximately 25 pounds.
• Ability to endure occasional exposure to sun, heat, and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, etc.
• Physically able to move about the camp property in various environmental conditions.
• Ability to speak distinctly to communicate with members and staff on the phone or in person.
• Desire and ability to work with and relate to children and one’s peers.
• Willingness to accept supervision and guidance.
• Act as a team player with the desire to do whatever is necessary to make the total camp program successful.
• Ability to live in an assigned area with staff for the duration of the camp season.
• This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.