Camp Counselor - Camp Is-Sho-Da at Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York

East Greenbush, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Oct, 26

Salary

90.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Youth Facilitation, Teaching, Child Safety, Activity Planning

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Love being outdoors? Like working with kids? Want a summer job that’s fun and meaningful? Camp Is-Sho-Da is hiring awesome people to join our summer team! You’ll help create unforgettable experiences for Girl Scouts while building leadership skills, making friends, and spending your days outside. Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York is one of 110 councils across the United States, supporting Girl Scouts and volunteers across fifteen counties of upstate New York. We help build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Camp Is-Sho-Da is located on 100 acres of fields and woods in East Greenbush, NY. Camp Is-Sho-Da is a great option to enjoy all the best of camp for children in kindergarten through grade 12. With hiking trails, a five-acre pond for water activities, a large playfield and facilities for nature study and artmaking, there is always something fun to do. Rustic screened enclosed shelters, platform tents, and covered wagons offer a variety of options for camping. Camp Is-Sho-Da operates primarily as a day camp, with an overnight experience every Wednesday, providing variety while maintaining a predictable schedule. Why You’ll Love It: Active, outdoor work Make a real difference in kids’ lives Build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills Supportive team and positive culture Great resume experience About the job: A unit counselor is responsible for keeping their group of campers safe and engaged in activities. They will work with other staff to prepare a week's worth of exciting activities following the Girl Scout program. Must be 16 years of age and have completed at least 10th grade by the end of June. Dates of Employment: June 28 – August 14, 2026 Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity: Spend your summer outdoors Build teaching, leadership, and facilitation skills Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team Make a meaningful impact on youth learning and confidence Ready to lead, inspire, and make this upcoming summer unforgettable? APPLY NOW! Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The unit counselor is responsible for ensuring the safety and engagement of a group of campers. They collaborate with staff to prepare and execute weekly activities based on the Girl Scout program.