Description

Position Information

Length of Work Assignment: Spring 2024-August 2024

Position Summary

Under the supervision of senior camp staff, the Jr. Counselor co-leads, supports, and motivates campers throughout their camp experience. The Jr. Camp Counselor will assist camp staff in planning camp events, leading group events, and monitoring campers to ensure they have a safe and memorable camp experience. This is a great opportunity for older Girl Scouts to continue learning and growing within Girl Scouts and learn the foundations of communication and leadership as they begin their professional development in a familiar and supportive work environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout the camp to meet the intended camper outcomes.
  • Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth.
  • Assure campers are always properly supervised.
  • Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
• Participate in the development and implementation of program experiences and activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
  • Responsible for co-leading and assisting with the teaching of activities.
  • Actively participate in all program areas as assigned with other camp staff.
  • Assist in program areas such as archery, challenge course,and all camp activities, as directed.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
  • Monitor the wellbeing of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs and communicate observations with other staff as needed.
  • Be alert to campers' and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems and discuss with the appropriate camp staff.
  • Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly tothe appropriate camp staff.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
  • Familiarize yourself with, follow, and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures.
  • Set a good example to campers and others regarding general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver evening programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
  • Attendandparticipate instaff meetings.
  • Assist where needed during camper arrival and departure.
  • Assist duringcheck in/out and provide outstanding customer service to campers and adults.
• Other duties as assigned.

GSGLA El Ranchito Day Camp 

Tucked away in the charming suburbs of Long Beach, El Ranchito is a tree-lined high adventure day camp, where girls are encouraged to take safe risks that boost bravery and promote goal setting. Exciting, confidence-building outdoor activities include archery, low ropes, and a 32-foot climbing tower. 

Council Overview

Qualifications

Qualifications (Minimum Education and Experience)

• Must have completed CIT 1 and CIT 2 at a GSGLA day camp.
• Must be entering 12^th grade in the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.
• Must obtain valid B1-1 and B1-4 work permit approved by school.
• Must be committed to work the entire camp season and attend all pre-camp trainings.
• Must obtain valid CPR/First Aid Certification by the start of camp. Training available for all camp employees.

Additional Organizational Requirements

• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity and honesty in all professional situations.
• Possess a positive attitude with a strong work ethic and integrity. honesty, and sense of humor.
• Must be flexible, adaptable, and willing to thrive in an ever changing/fast-paced environment
• Develop and maintain sensitivity to employee diversity in the workplace.
• Behave in ways that demonstrate respectful treatment of other employees, volunteers, and campers.
• Practice pluralism and be inclusive with the services provided.
• Compliance with State-mandated reporter requirements is an essential function of this position.
• Abide by a duty of loyalty to GSGLA and give preference to the business and mission of GSGLA over that of other organizations and your own business interests.

Physical Requirements

• The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting in which he or she is free to move about at will. The environment for this position is mostly clean and comfortable but may include some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, drafts, etc. while performing this work, the incumbent:
  • Will spend time sitting, utilizing the computer.
  • Will spend time standing/walking throughout the facilities.
  • You must travel via personal vehicle or public transport to various facilities throughout the region.
  • May lift to 15 lbs. periodically. If more, the incumbent must request assistance.
• The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/herself or others.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access & Advocacy Statement

Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles is committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from individuals in all groups and communities, different walks of life, and those belonging to communities historically excluded. As an organization committed to making the world a better place, it is essential that we incorporate a diverse, equitable and inclusive lens into all aspects of our work. We encourage applicants with a global perspective and a commitment to values around diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply.