Behavior and Wellness Specialist

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, (GSCNWI) is an organization that focuses on helping girls build courage, confidence, and character. We pride ourselves on collaboration, communication, and teamwork. If you are looking for an organization with a mission that impacts the hearts and minds of girls in a meaningful way, then look no further. We’re committed to being an equitable, trauma-informed, community-based organization serving the needs and interests of girls and their families in the 245 communities we cover. We are the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana.

Position Overview:

Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17.

The Behavior and Wellness Specialist supports the physical, behavioral, mental, and emotional well-being of campers and staff. This role provides behavior-management and self-care support, assists staff with camper needs, and supports the Health Supervisor with health-center records and routines.

For more information about the seasonal camp schedule and what to expect when working at camp, please visit Summer Camp Employment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: $170 a day

• Included room and board for staff 18 if living on-site

• First Aid and CPR certification

• Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.

• Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group support to campers and staff experiencing behavioral, mental, or emotional challenges.

• Develop and apply positive behavior-management, de-escalation, and self-care strategies appropriate for camp.

• Review relevant camper and staff health information to anticipate support needs and coordinate with leadership or families as appropriate.

• Coach staff on camper behavior, communication, and positive intervention strategies.

• Debrief campers and staff following emergency action plans or other significant situations as directed.

• Assist with staff training related to mental/emotional health and behavior management.

• Support health screenings, health records, incident documentation, medication safeguards, and other health-center routines as directed.

• Communicate significant health, safety, or behavioral concerns to the Health Supervisor and Camp Director.

• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries when handling sensitive information.

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.

• Prior experience working with children experiencing behavioral, mental, or emotional health challenges.

• Certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid or similar MESH training, as required by the source position.

• Ability to communicate effectively with campers, staff, and families while maintaining confidentiality.

• Must obtain required First Aid, CPR, and Mandated Reporter certifications/training by the start of camp.

• Ability to live and work in an outdoor camp environment and respond to emergencies.

Preferred

• Experience in camps, outdoor recreation, youth development, behavioral health, education, or a related setting.

Work Environment:
Candidates should be willing to work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.