Unit Counselor (Rock Hill Camp)

Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson
30 Scotts Corners Drive
Montgomery, NY 12549-2263
United States
Summer Camp - Overnight
Sleep-Away Camp
Job Start Date
6/22/2025
Job End Date
8/9/2025
Application Closing Date
6/13/2025
Pay
$2,525.00 to $3,025.00 Per Year
Job Description

To live with and guide campers throughout their camp experience in accordance with standards set by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association and the New York State Department of Health and to assist the unit leader in planning, teaching, and coordinating unit activities.

 

KEY FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out duties as delegated by the Lead Counselor.

• Know the girls in the unit and help them learn to respect the rights of others and to understand differences and similarities of other campers.

• Help to teach camping skills and appreciation of the out-of-doors. 

• Help to supervise unit housekeeping, sanitation, care of supplies and equipment.

• Help guide activities and experiences in the unit through use of troop government, girl-led planning and the Girl Scout program.

• Help insure the proper hygiene and clothing of campers including showers, daily toilet activities, proper clothing for the weather and proper changing of clothing.

• Serve as waterfront guard or watcher and/or assists with swimming lessons as required.

• Help to supervise camper activities to assure safety. 

• Reports any illness or injury to the Lead Counselor promptly.

• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Successful completion of background check. 

• Must be at least 18 years old. 

• Must be current high school student or graduate.

• Experience in camping and supervision of children, or completion of pre-camp training.

• Girl Scout and Camp experience preferred.

• Ability to stand for long periods.

• Capable of lifting and carrying items over 15 lbs.

• Proficient in navigating rough terrain.

• Comfortable being active for extended durations. 

Employer

30 Scotts Corners Drive
Montgomery NY 12549-2263
United States
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson AnnMarie Crouch
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