Description

Who We Are 

Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Working for Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) is much more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to bring your talent, passion, and perspective to a girl-centric, mission driven organization. We are seeking individuals committed to making a difference and are enthusiastic team players who want to join an organization with a proud history and a growing future. Joining our staff means working to your full potential in a dynamic and diverse environment that strives for equity for all.

Position Summary

Facilitate specialized programming in high and low ropes courses, including regular challenge course activities and teambuilding. Uphold all policy, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of staff and campers. Be an active participant in campers’ experience and camp community. This seasonal full-time position is needed at Camp Alice Chester in East Troy, WI from May 20, 2024, through August 19, 2024. 

What You’ll Do 

• Implement and oversee Challenge Course and teambuilding programming that is appropriate to each age and comfort level. 
• Be responsible for the health and safety of all participants, adults and children alike. 
• Maintain an organized and clean facility, equipment, and supplies; report needed repairs. 
• Provide challenge course instruction and supervision. 
• Supervise campers’ participation in structured and unstructured activities while at and away from program area. 
• Ensure campers understand and follow rules and safety guidelines while present in program areas. 
• Supervise and assist with cleaning, sanitation and care of supplies, equipment, and property. 
• Engage in learning to build skills towards effectively interacting with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races. 
• Keep records and return completed paperwork on time. 

Requirements

Who You Are & Keys To Success 

• At least 18 years of age.
• Willingness to complete an ACCT 1 training specific to our high ropes course. 
• Interest, experience, and/or training in specific program specialty. 
• Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular work hours.
• Physical demands and work environment regularly requires the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• Commitment to creating and maintaining a positive, fun, and professional environment.
• Effectively and respectfully communicate instructions, issues, and needs with campers, staff, and supervisors including with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
• Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member. 
• Willingness to be an active respectful member of camp and all camp activities while upholding Girl Scout traditions. 
• Must have background check completed by GSWISE.

Additional Skill Preferences

• Possess high ropes certification. 
• First Aid/CPR certification 

EEO & Anti-Racist Statement 

The Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) has a vision for a deeply inclusive membership, staff, and volunteers. To foster a culture of belonging while providing equitable service delivery above and beyond Equal Opportunity requirements, GSWISE candidates must be committed towards cultural competency growth and to work within diverse teams. Our Girl Scout Law demands we seek racial equity for everyone and do our part to dismantle systemic racism. GSWISE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.