Camp Counselor Job at Girl Scouts of Nassau County - Camp Blue Bay

Girl Scouts of Nassau County - Camp Blue Bay East Hampton, NY 11937

Camp Blue Bay located on Long Island in East Hampton, New York, has been owned and operated by Girl Scouts of Nassau County (GSNC) as a summer camp since 1947. With its spacious 179 acres, beautiful beachfront on Gardiner’s Bay and scenic trails, Camp Blue Bay offers girls a variety of experiences.

Our enthusiastic and well trained staff provides a supportive environment, where youth have an opportunity to grow. Campers who participate in our program are offered leadership opportunities and get a sense of community, while enjoying the great outdoors.

We are looking for a Resident Camp Activity Assistant (Lifeguard) to instruct in the areas of specialty - including waterfront and to assist with other programs at resident camp. Programs may be conducted both in person and virtually.

Primary Functions:

· Develop program in area(s) of specialty.

· Instruct in area(s) of specialty, guiding campers and helping them learn.

· Maintain necessary equipment.

· Assist in planning, organizing, and carrying out interest groups and all-camp events.

· Assist in unit and other program areas as needed.

· Accepts responsibility for other program areas as needed.

Other Functions:

· Carries out evening responsibilities as delegated by admin team.

Qualifications:

In addition to the general qualifications for all camp staff, the Activity Assistant should:

· Have expertise and/or certification in area of specialty.

- Able to swim 300 yards consecutively and is comfortable in open water.

· Have experience as a camper, youth leader, or group leader or other work with children.

· Be willing to assist in a unit as needed.

· Be at least 18 years of age.

General Qualifications for All Camp Staff:

· Knowledge and understanding of Girl Scouting a plus.

· Adapting to situations and changes as necessary; recognizing the needs, abilities and interests of girls.

· Willing to work outside in inclement weather, nights, weekends and days.

· Ability to carry up to 25 lbs.

· Ability to walk moderate distances between activity sites.

· Ability to act wisely in an emergency.

· Ability to work with diverse groups of adults and children.

· Belief in Girl Scouting camping objectives and the ability to work toward achievement of them.

· Willingness to work as part of a team, work in partnership, or to follow directions as the situation requires.

· Ability to provide exemplary customer service to campers and parents.

· Appropriate certifications as required for positions (ex. Lifeguard, CPR, first aid, etc.)

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $330.00 per week

Work Location: In person




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