Camp Program Facilitator

Job Description

Job Description

Girl Scouts of Central Texas

Job Description

Job Title:

Camp Program Facilitator

FLSA Status: 

Non-Exempt /Variable Hour Employee (VHE)

Department:

Camp Services

Reports To: 

Camp Manager

Location: 

Assigned GSCTX Camp

Job Purpose: The Camp Program Facilitator will provide in-person, high-quality, innovative, and relevant programming to Girl Scouts and other camp visitors. The Camp Program Facilitator will lead various activities, as-needed at Camp Texlake or Bluebonnet Shores during the fall and/or spring seasons primarily on weekends.

Essential Functions

• Ensure the safety of all campers during their stay at Girl Scouts of Central Texas camps by following all policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Provide innovative, progressive programming for first time and returning participants in all program areas including but not limited to: archery, fishing, canoeing, swimming, kayaking, tomahawk throwing, games, challenge course, camp songs, slingshots, campfire activities, outdoor living skills and equestrian.
• Deliver entrepreneurship, life skills, outdoor, or STEM curriculum to K-8th grade during the school day, and/or during after school sessions at a campus.
• Work closely with the Camp Manager and other Camp Staff for each event to ensure clear communication of expectations and accommodations of any special needs or requests of campers, families, volunteers, or guests.
• Maintain accurate facility and equipment usage logs and alert the Camp Manager when new equipment or facility repairs are required.
• Record hours worked in the GSCTX web timesheet.
• Ensure work areas and activities are safe and meet the requirements of the American Camp Association, Texas State Health Department, and GSCTX.
• Provide quality customer service that resolves concerns by offering creative solutions in a timely manner. 
• Adhere to the policies of Girl Scouts of Central Texas and promote Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers. 

• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity always and is a role model to campers in attitude and behavior. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age. Over 18 preferred.
• Proven skills in delivering prompt and positive programs to youth over the age of six.
• Current certification or experience in one or more of the following: Archery, Food Service, Equestrian, High/Low Ropes, Lifeguarding, Kayaking, Arts & Crafts, Songs & Games.

• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.

• Yearly membership in GSUSA

• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of and commitment to the Girl Scout movement strongly preferred.
• Camp or youth development training experience strongly preferred.
• GSCTX Camp experience strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.
• Limited exposure to basic cleaning solutions and chemicals.

Environmental Demands

• Outdoor Activities and continuous exposure to weather.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verifications Program. Please click the E-Verify link before for more information.