GIRL SCOUTS OF CENTRAL TEXAS

Job Title: Camp Texlake Adventure Program Facilitator

FLSA Status: Seasonal Staff Summer Camp Staff

Department: Camp Services

Reports to: Camp Texlake Manager

Location: GSCTX Camp Texlake

Number of positions: 2

Weekly Rate: Starting at $450-D.O.E.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the safety of all campers during their stay at Girl Scouts of Central Texas camps by following all policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensure the safety of all campers and staff at activities and beyond while at camp.
• Provide innovative, progressive programming for first time and returning participants.
• Planning, implementing, and enthusiastically participating in various camper activities.
• Coordinate closely with Program Manager daily in order to ensure clear communication of expectations and accommodation of special needs or requests of campers, families, staff or volunteers.
• Maintain accurate facility and equipment usage logs and alert the Program Manager when new equipment or facility repairs are required.
• Manages and maintains the physical facilities and equipment in program areas assigned to the specifications of the American Camp Association, Health Department regulations, and GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints.
• Ensures campers and staff follow health and safety standards set by the organizations above.
• Managing camper behavior, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques.
• Properly set up and close High Ropes, Rock Wall and Zip Line for each participant group.
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Promote and support the Girl Scout program philosophies of the GSUSA & GSCTX in a positive manner to the public and co-workers.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with staff and creating harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff.
• Ensure work areas and activities are safe and meet the requirements of the American Camp Association, Texas State Health Department, and GSCTX.
• Provide quality camper experience that resolves concerns in a timely manner.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including participation in camper activities such as (but not limited to): cook out, check in, check out, all camp activities, themed days or meals, and duties at meals.
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age by June 1, 2023.
• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• College coursework preferred.
• Level 1 Archery Certification or ability to acquire by the start of camp (or equivalent training or experience)
• High Ropes Facilitator Training completed by the start of camp.
• Adherence to all Personnel Policies for Summer Camp Staff.
• Exhibits responsible behavior at all times.
• Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills.
• Ability to work with, communicate with and teach children ages six through seventeen.
• Continuous ability to work well on a team.
• Experience with camp, outdoor activities, and/or target sports preferred.
• Knowledge of Girl Scout programming, awards, and culture preferred.
• Fluent in Spanish and English is preferred.
• Must reside on camp property; may need to live in units with campers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather.
• Willingness to live in a camp setting and work irregular hours with limited equipment and facilities, with daily exposure to sun, heat, and insects.
• Willingness to live in camp facilities that may not have AC.

OTHER WORKING CONDITIONS

• Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire.
• A criminal background check is required.
• Continuous work as a team member and ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Frequent work under stress and under pressure of deadlines with overlapping projects.
• Continuous ability to work well with others.
• Continuous ability to follow and enforce all Health & Safety guidelines.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an equal opportunity employer.