Leadership Counselor - Overnight Camp

Description

About Girl Scouts of Western Washington

Girl Scouts of Western Washington is consistently and unapologetically committed to providing safe spaces for all girls* to belong. We build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Founded in 1912, our organization has been committed to meeting the needs of our youth members for over a century. We uplift all Girl Scouts in a supportive environment where they can discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their very first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. They are the future leaders paving the way toward a brighter tomorrow. To learn more, visit www.girlscoutsww.org.

Girl Scouts of Western Washington values diversity, equity, and inclusion and we foster a welcoming, inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and gender expression of identity), marital status, or the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability, or any other protected classification under applicable laws. 

*Girl Scouts of Western Washington uses the term girl inclusively to speak to everyone who identifies with the Girl Scout experience, which includes cisgender girls, gender-expansive youth, transgender youth, non-binary youth, gender nonconforming youth, genderqueer youth, and any girl-identifying human.

About the Position  

The Leadership Counselor supervises and mentors campers in the high school leadership program, which spans three progressive levels. Under the guidance of the Leadership Coordinator, they facilitate engaging workshops and activities designed to prepare participants for hands-on work with younger camper groups. Leadership Counselors live in an outdoor unit with their campers and actively participate in all aspects of camp life with their group.
  

Compensation for this position is $105 - $115 per day, with the starting rate dependent on previous employment at GSWW camps. 

Camp Season 2026 will run from June 7th through August 18th, with start and end dates determined by position. Overnight camp staff will divide their summer between Camp Robbinswold (located in Lilliwaup, WA) and Camp St. Albans (located in Allyn, WA). They will begin at St. Albans for the first week of training, then transition to Robbinswold for the second week. Staff will work three one-week camper sessions at Robbinswold, take a short break, and then complete three sessions at St. Albans. 

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities   

• Care and supervision of campers in the high school leadership program, including overnight responsibilities and guiding them through all aspects of their camp day such as meals and activities 
• Facilitate workshops on leadership and camp staff skills to meet Counselor-in-Training goals and outcomes 
• Observe, coach, and evaluate program participants during their unit placements working with younger campers 
• Collaborate with Unit Counselors to positively support leadership program participants during their placements with younger camper programs 
• Support and participate in the implementation of all camp activities such as meals, all camp games, campfires, etc. 
• Carry out established duties for general camp operations including check-in and check-out, bus supervision, camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork

This is a general description of the essential responsibilities of the position and is not inclusive of all job duties; other associated duties may be assigned 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging 
• Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including overnight and weekend responsibilities  
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality 
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards 

Supervisory Responsibilities 

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities of camp staff members 

Education and Experience Required 

• At least 20 years of age 
• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• Experience working with youth 6-17 years old 
• Additional, concentrated experience working with high school students  

Preferred Skills and Experience 

• Knowledge of Girl Scout program 
• Experience in overnight camp setting 
• If 21 years of age - a valid driver’s license and clean driving record and willingness to transport campers and staff in a 12-passenger van 

Other Qualifications 

• Current certification in First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain 
• Current certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid or willingness to obtain 
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check 

Work Environment  
Summer camp is a fast-paced outdoor working environment with 24-hour a day responsibility. Employees are frequently exposed to loud noises, sensory stimulating situations, and physically demanding activities. Employees should feel comfortable with: 

• Working outside in all weather conditions including heat, inclement weather, and specific environmental realities (humidity, wind, bugs, lake water) 
• Residing in non-air-conditioned rustic open air living quarters, with pit toilets as primary restroom facilities 
• Living in communal living conditions with limited privacy and infrequent, minimal access to technology 
• Demonstrating emotional resiliency and regulation to handle extended, repeated stressful situations appropriately 
• Walking over unpaved, uneven, hilly terrain multiple times a day 
• Lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 35lbs 
• Responding to emergencies including utilizing skills to administer first aid/CPR when necessary, including overnight 
• Maintaining constant supervision and observation of program participants while assessing risk and participant safety 

Salary : $105 - $115