Camp Specialist - Stevens Ranch at GIRL SCOUTS OF TEXAS OKLAHOMA PLAINS

Nemo, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Interpersonal Relations, Conflict Management, Adaptability, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Team Building, Judgement and Decision Making, Time Management, Problem Solving, Organizational Knowledge, Self-Management, Fostering Diversity, Achieve Results, Personal Integrity, Professional Conduct, Information Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description JOB SUMMARY The Camp Specialist furthers the mission of Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains (GSTOP) through Stevens Ranch Resident Camp programming and general camp tasks. The Camp Specialist ensures the physical, mental, and emotional safety of campers, helps facilitate camp programs and community building within the camper group and the entire camp. Requirements ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures work areas and activities are safe and meets the requirements of the American Camp Association (ACA), Texas State Health Department, and GSTOP. Assists in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout camp to meet the intended camper outcomes. Promotes and supports the Girl Scout program philosophies of the GSUSA and GSTOP. Responsible for maintaining a high standard of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff. Responsible for maintaining effective working relationships with staff and creating harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff. Responsible for observing camper behavior, assessing its appropriateness, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques. Responsible for the check-in and check-out procedures and other assigned duties and responsibilities. Ensures the safety of all campers during their stay at Stevens Ranch by following all policies, procedures, and protocols. Ensures unit schedules and activities are implemented and adhered to. Ensures a safe and pleasant atmosphere is maintained in the assigned unit. Provides quality care that resolves concerns by offering creative solutions in a timely manner. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. Promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public and co-workers. Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned. CORE COMPETENCIES Interpersonal Relations 8. Organizational Knowledge Conflict Management 9. Self-Management Adaptability 10. Fostering Diversity Oral and Written Communication Skills 11. Achieve Results Team Building 12. Judgement and Decision Making Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct 13. Time Management Information Management 14. Problem Solving JOB QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 18 years of age. Commitment to the mission and purpose of Girl Scouting. Must be willing to work with all people without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Experience and/or education in general Outdoor Education or Girl Scouts a plus. Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp community. Ability to work flexible schedules while residing at camp. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint is a plus. Verbal fluency, good grammar, and professional appearance. You must complete and pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and on uneven terrain, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability and willingness to work in an environment includes exposure to environmental allergens including dust, mold, pollen, live birds, insects, and other animals. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. SEASONAL CAMP DATES Staff Training Week: June 1st - 5th Week One: June 7th - 12th Week Two: June 14th - 19th Week Three: June 21st - 26th Week Four: June 28th - July 1st Week Five: July 7th - 10th Week Six: July 12th - 17th Staff Camp Clean Up: July 18th - 21st CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required (provided if needed).

Responsibilities

The Camp Specialist ensures the safety and well-being of campers while facilitating camp programs and community building. They are responsible for maintaining a safe environment and promoting the Girl Scout program philosophies.