1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their camper group and as a whole group within activities and throughout the camp in order to meet the intended camper outcomes.
2. Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth.
3. Assures campers are properly supervised at all times.
4. Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
5. Ensure that the quality programs and activities for campers that meet GSHOM mission and outcomes.
6. Responsible for leading or assisting with the activities that are stated in the GSHOM Summer Camp Guide.
7. Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. Including leading daily activities and crafts.
8. Provide for a progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities.
9. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.

• Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.
• Ensure that campers receive their medications from the designated health officer.
• Be alert to campers needs, inform the Assistant Camp Director of any issues or concerns. The Assistant Camp Director will have documentation that needs to be filled out by the appropriate individual or individuals. The Assistant will immediately notify the Camp Director.
• Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to the Assistant Director.
• Be aware of and implement safety guidelines state by GSHOM and the Safety Activity Check Points.

1. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
2. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures that are set by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.
3. Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, active involvement, and daily functions of day camp.
4. Represent the camp and Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan when interacting with parents or community members.
5. Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
6. Follow appropriate safety and security protocols when campers are in public. 

• Provide supervision for campers while campers are transported to and from camp or during scheduled field trips off of camp property.
• Facilitate daily activities with the campers 
• Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.

• Must be at least 18 years of age or 17 years old with a high school diploma.
• Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR.
• Must submit health history record prior to first day of work.
• Ability to interact with all age levels.
• Ability to pass the background checks that are done by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.

• Understanding of the developmental needs of youth.
• Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas.

• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
• Ability to observe camper and staff behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

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