The Camp Program Director is responsible for the design and implementation of assigned programs in arts and crafts, nature, outdoor skills and/or sports and games to provide a safe, fun, high quality Girl Scout camp experience for campers. Overnight Camp employment is seasonal, with dates of employment approximately May– August 2023 at Camp Cedarledge in Pevely, Mo. Limited hourly work, including some evening meetings, will be required prior to camp season. This position lives on site for the duration of the resident camp program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist in design and implementation of assigned programs in arts and crafts, nature, outdoor skills and/or sports and games.
• Leads and teaches activities that are varied and age appropriate to foster skills, teamwork creativity, physical activity and pride in accomplishment.
• Adapts programs as needed to accommodate campers’ skills and abilities.
• Leads activity assistants in implementing all-camp programs, evening programs, ceremonies and special unit and camp events.
• Inventories and prepares program areas to ensure that program areas, equipment and supplies are maintained and kept in order throughout the camp season.
• Implements and monitors activities to ensure that all established health and safety standards are followed by campers and staff.
• Maintains compliance with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), American Camp Association (ACA) and council health and safety standards and procedures. Supports and positively interprets camp rules to campers.
• Sustains an environment which supports physical and emotional safety for campers and staff.
• Establishes and maintains good relationships with campers.
• Assists with camper supervision and unit activities .
• Actively assists campers in getting acquainted, making friends, understanding one another, and problem solving.
• Assists in implementing closing camp operations.
• Assumes responsibility for cleaning, inventory, and storage of supplies, equipment and facilities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Positions directly reporting to this position are: Arts and Crafts Activity Assistant, Sports Activity Assistant, Nature Activity Assistant, Outdoor Skills Activity Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS

• Has knowledge of and ability to teach skills to campers in one or more of the following areas: arts and crafts, nature, outdoor skills or sports and games.
• Meets GSUSA membership requirements and attained the minimum age of 21
• Abides by national and local Girl Scout policies, standards and procedures and American Camp Association standards and procedures
• Has successful experience working with groups of children Has demonstrated leadership, good judgment, maturity, flexibility and ability to maintain positive attitude
• Has energy, stamina and the ability to maintain patience and enjoy group living in the out of doors
• Has current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or the willingness and ability to obtain

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

If your position requires that you drive an average of one (1) day per week or more, you must possess a valid state driver’s license and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

EXPOSURES

Work is performed in a normal indoor environment with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust AND work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION: At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we are committed to our future and what that looks like for all girls everywhere. We recognize that each employee and each member has unique experiences, perspectives, identities, and viewpoints that add value to our inclusive community. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

MISSION OF GIRL SCOUTING: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. All employees are expected to fully support the work and mission of the organization.