Resident Camp Program Specialist

Job Summary: 

This position requires the development and implementation of an age-appropriate curriculum for instruction of all aspects of the program specialty area assigned for all campers. Specialists provide daily supervision of campers in assigned cabin unit and play an active role during unit time, meals and all camp activities. Work as a team with their co-counselors to ensure a fun and safe environment 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Additional duties may be assigned) 

Implement the approved curriculum on a weekly basis in assigned area 

Assist with the development & implementation of special events 

Develop & implement weekly plans for assigned activities and electives 

Develop a set of skills that campers will be learning at this specialty area in order to recognize camper’s accomplishments and distribute camper awards. 

Assist with weekly camp clean up, including sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, trash pick-up, etc. 

Adhere to all protocols required by NYS Department of Health, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, and American Camp Association Standards. 

Serve in the unit counselor role outside of the special activities; counselor duties are as follows: 

Interact with campers’ parents in a consistently positive and welcoming manner, utilizing strong customer service skills and maintaining good rapport. 

Welcome campers to their session in a positive, inviting, outgoing and inclusive manner. 

Assist with check-in and check-out procedures. 

Assist with keeping cabin or tent unit and assigned bathroom area clean throughout each session. 

Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, which includes campers, meals, flag, all-camp activities, all camp activities, hygiene maintenance, rest time and bedtime. 

Apply basic principles of youth development, connect with the campers and appreciate each camper as their own unique individual, and work with campers to create positive and meaningful relationships utilizing communication, respect and empowerment. 

Work with the campers and co-unit counselors to create a community living environment that is cohesive, positive and uplifting. 

Act as a role model for campers and fellow staff utilizing positive affect and strong leadership skills, and by taking an active role in the camp community, participating enthusiastically in all aspects. 

Maintain campers’ overall health and safety while at camp, ensuring campers receive medication as needed, alerting the Camp Director and Health Supervisor of any issues, and ensuring each campers’ personal health and hygiene needs are met. 

Maintain a working knowledge of general camp safety and hazards, regularly employing the use of risk management tactics and constantly ensuring camper safety. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

The Specialist does not supervise employees but does supervise campers.