Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is Hiring an Athletics Specialist Near Mendham, NJ
Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff to provide memorable experiences to girls in a safe and engaging Summer Camp environment! At Jockey Hollow, there are 212 pristine acres to explore and enjoy. With a large "L"-shaped swimming pool, Low Ropes Challenge Course and Zip Line, beautiful equestrian center, archery range, playing field, and adventurous hiking trails, the fun is endless! The Athletics Specialist will develop and implement an age-appropriate athletics curriculum to educate and inspire campers to participate in a variety of sports-related activities at camp and guide campers through a variety of activities including but not limited to basketball, pickleball, gaga, and field games. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develop and implement an age-appropriate athletics curriculum
Activity areas include but are not limited to: basketball, pickleball, gaga, and field games
Maintain strict safety procedures set forth by GSNNJ
Attend pre-camp training and conduct training to encourage staff to participate during athletic activities
Maintain communication with Unit Leaders, Counselors, and Junior Counselors regarding camper behavior and supervision
Instruct and facilitate a group of up to 20 girls, providing fun, informative, and skill building athletic games and activities
Plan, coordinate, and supervise special programs for Special Interest Day
Assist in planning and leading games and campfire program for all 3 overnights until 9:30 pm
Keep a supply of appropriate rainy day activity resources available
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of sports equipment and shed
Conduct safety orientation of equipment and safety procedures
Provide resources for unit staff to develop unit projects, lessons, and programs
Maintain files of ideas and directions of athletic programs
Write and submit a seasonal report and evaluation of the season's athletic program activities
Promote high camper and staff morale
Document and diligently report any health and welfare concerns to the Camp Health Supervisor
Must be able to stay and sleep over for at least one out of the three overnights
Must be able to stay at camp until the end of campfire for the overnights not staying overnight for
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Must be 18 years of age
Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere
Ability to teach skills to campers of all ages and staff in a safe, inclusive, enthusiastic, and fun way
Ability to use sound judgement surrounding safety procedures
Must be attentive and timely
Regularly speak, read, write, interpret, and respond to words in the English language
Must be able to communicate well with other staff and community partners
Ability to schedule and develop a program for athletics,
Knowledge of the sports (including but not limited to basketball and pickleball),
Knowledge of Girl Scouting, leadership skills, and proven instructional experience.
Individuals must be in physical condition to perform duties.
Hold or be willing to obtain current certification of standard First Aid and CPR (training to be provided).
Physical Requirements
Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds.
Daily exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
Must be able to work in a rustic camp environment with limited access to electricity, cell phone service and internet.