The Unit Counselor will work as a team with other Unit Counselors and Unit Leaders to develop and implement unit program. Work directly with campers to provide fun, high-quality program opportunities. Ensure safety of all participants. Interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations using appropriate positive behavior management techniques.
Major Accountabilities:
Assist in the leadership and guidance of a Unit under the direction and supervision of the Unit Leader
Participate in the general planning of the camp program
Live with a group of campers and help each camper adjust and grow with other campers and camp life
Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers served
Interact appropriately with campers in a variety of situations, appropriately modeling behavior in a
positive manner
Assist the Unit Leader in carrying out necessary safety and health regulations and camper charts
Assist in the guidance of individual campers in the participation of group, unit, and all-camp activities
Assist with program activities and other activities in the unit, working closely with Unit Leader and Program Director
Assist with all-camp program activities and other camp wide activities as assigned
Assist in activity teaching as assigned
Set standards/examples of courtesy, good taste, respect, and proper manners throughout camp and in the dining hall, helping with campers as needed
Conducts initial and end-of-season inventory; store equipment for safety
Report all incidents/accidents to supervisor immediately
Responsible for completing and returning all records to the supervisor.
Adhere to and uphold the safety and program standards of Girl Scouts of the United States of America, Girl Scouts of North East Ohio, and the American Camp Association standards at all times
As a member of Girl Scouts of the United States of America, ensure that diversity and pluralism is embraced and incorporated into the work
Other duties as needed to conduct a successful program
Responsible for the welfare, safety, and cleanliness of each individual and camper in unit. Follows and enforces all recommended health guidelines, including handwashing and cleaning/sanitizing as needed
Requirements:
o Minimum age 18
o Must be at least two (2) years older than group to which assigned
o Interest, knowledge, and skills in a variety of camp program fields
o Youth-oriented program background a plus
o Demonstrated ability to successfully handle conflict resolution at all levels with a variety of people, including external
customers
o Ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain confidentiality
o Ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary
o Well disciplined, able to meet deadlines
o Self-starter
o Able to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines