CAMP AIDE - Camp Piperwood at Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc

Village of Fairport, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

First Aid, CPR, Behavior Management, Child Supervision, Teamwork, Communication, Outdoor Activities, Cooking, Organization, Customer Service, Adaptability, Problem Solving, Safety Awareness, Conflict Resolution, Health Stamina, Leadership

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Position Title: Camp Aide – Day Camp Reports To: Assistant Camp Director Department: Program Status: Exempt Summary: To assist with general housekeeping, program and unit areas, as well as other duties assigned by the Assistant Camp Director. Actual salary will be based on applicant’s experience Essential Functions: * Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals. * Assist in the daily preparation of meals (breakfast, lunch or dinner) * Assist with packing out supplies for all camp cookouts. * Assist in keeping the program areas (lodges) neat and organized. * Assist with camp inventories. * Assist the unit counselors with daily activities. * Participates in all aspects of camp, including pre-camp, open house and post camp. * Apply behavior management techniques to conflicts with children when necessary. * Report incidents/accidents to supervisor or health supervisor. * May need to act as bus aide at some point during the summer day camp season (will receive additional pay) * If acting as bus aide * Must meet the bus at the terminal or first bus stop in the morning. * Take a head count of the campers every day during the morning pick-up and evening drop-off and maintain safety and orderliness on the bus. * Report absent campers to the Assistant Camp Director every morning and evening. * Assure that a parent or other designated adult meets campers before the bus drives off by utilizing the camper pick-up form. * Accepts other duties as deemed necessary by the Assistant Camp Director/Camp Director * Reports suspected child abuse to supervisor immediately. Qualifications: * Willingness to abide by the policies and practices of the Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc. * Minimum age: 15 * Current certification in First Aid & CPR or individual is willing to complete certification course during designated training day. * Certified Sex Offender Registry and Criminal Background Checks will be completed for personnel file. * Desire and ability to work with and relate to children and peers in an outdoor environment. * Prior camp experience and/or interest in the Girl Scout Camping program. * Willingness to place the needs of girls and camp above personal desires. * Good health and stamina necessary to work in the camp setting. * The acceptance of irregular work hours. * The acceptance and understanding that employment is at a day camp. Physical Requirements: * Assist the campers in emergency situations. * Lift 35 pounds. * Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision. * Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers. * Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control and ability to adapt well to changing situations. * Participate in structured and unstructured activities. * Must be willing to work in an outdoor setting and in inclement weather. * Provides excellent customer service to other staff members, campers, parents and visitors to camp. * Accept and follow directions both in verbal and written form.

Responsibilities

The Camp Aide assists with general housekeeping, program areas, and supports unit counselors with daily activities. They also participate in all aspects of camp, including meal preparation and maintaining safety during transportation.