What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Leader position at Longhorn Council, Scouting America?
Job Title: Activities Leader at Camp Tahuaya
Position Location: Belton, Texas
Council Website: www.camptahuaya.org
Council Facebook: www.facebook.com/CampTahuayaFAC
Position Summary:
Camp Tahuaya – a Family Adventure Campground is currently seeking candidates for the role of Activities Leader!
Are you passionate about the great outdoors and eager to inspire others? As an Activities Leader, you'll dive into a role that's all about sharing your love for adventure with Camp Tahuaya guests.
At Camp Tahuaya, we’re all about building self-esteem, ethical decision-making, leadership, and community spirit through outdoor activities. If you're ready to make a real impact and encourage others to embrace the adventure of nature, we want you on our team!
This is a WEEKEND position that includes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Schedule will vary based on the event and activities offered each weekend. Some weekday shifts may be available on demand.
Compensation: $13.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Hold groups accountable to agency standards and safety rules of the campground.
- Assist in preparing the buildings and accommodations for rentals, including light cleaning when needed.
- Assist in ensuring that restrooms facilities are clean and stocked.
- Teach outdoor education, STEM curriculum, climbing, target and range activities and all programs with enthusiasm and commitment to fostering an appreciation for the outdoors (extensive training provided)
- Assist in the development of new and innovative camp program curriculum.
- Incorporate opportunities for teaching courage, confidence, and character during daily interaction with campers and staff.
- Assist with group special events activities as part of the camp’s schedule of events.
- Prepare program supplies, set up activity areas, and provide programming assistance.
- Adhere to all Guide to Safe Scouting standards for safety and quality.
- Provide excellent customer service and satisfaction to all groups present at Camp Tahuaya
- Carry out other non-essential duties as delegated by camp administrative staff including assisting in the office, assisting in the kitchen, and assisting with camp programs or events.
- All other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Prior experience serving in a non-profit youth setting including, but not limited to, the areas of recreation, education, or other social science preferred.
- Must have a basic knowledge of how to lead camp activities and manage groups, including customer service and conflict management.
- Must be a hard worker that is friendly, detail oriented, accurate, self-motivated, and willing to work in a team environment
- Demonstrate good judgment.
- Demonstrate sound professional ethics.
- Flexible and committed to personal and professional development.
- Good judgment in anticipating and preventing accidents.
- Be able to act calmly, quickly, and give and/or follow directions during an emergency.
- Knowledge of safety practices as applicable.
- Dedicated to delivering exceptional outdoor programs.
- Williness to learn Climbing
Essential Requirements:
- Become a registered member of Scouting America, which includes a Criminal Background check and required training.
- Hold the minimum certification requirements of CPR and First Aid. (Provided during training)
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule
Work Conditions/Physical Demands: Activities occur both inside and outside. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently
To apply, qualified candidates should submit cover letter and resume with salary expectations to rebecca.kowalski@scouting.org. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.
The Longhorn Council is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Scouting America and the Longhorn Council are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 12 – 28 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13
