Summer Camp Lifeguard

Job Description

Job Description

Summer Camp Lifeguard

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Job description:

Summer is calling! Grab your sunscreen and bug spray, and go to camp! Make this summer the one to remember—full of amazing experiences, friendships, and opportunities to make an impact on youth.

Up for the challenge? Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts(GSEMA) offers invaluable skill-building, leadership, training, and enrichment opportunities that can’t be found anywhere else.

Must be currently Red Cross Lifeguard Trained.

Hours and Work Environment

Camp Dates: now- August 15, 2026.

Pay Rate:

Starting $16.00 per hour / 40-hour work week.

What are some of the perks of working at camp?

• An opportunity to build your resume to reflect skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more.
• Paid pre-camp training and professional development.
• Networking opportunities and a chance to work with other staff from around the world.
• Free transportation from select bus stop locations.
  

A  PROGRAM COUNSELOR - WATERFRONT/Lifeguard   will:

• Under the direction of the Waterfront Director, assist in carrying out a structured program of waterfront activities.
• Teach basic skill development techniques and supervise free swim periods.
• Collaborate with other staff and campers to support age‐appropriate waterfront activities that align with Girl Scout program goals, progression, and camper interests and abilities.
• Supervise, mentor, and engage campers in a nurturing, positive environment while taking responsibility for the physical, emotional, and social health and safety of all campers.
• Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating professionalism, inclusivity, cleanliness, punctuality, teamwork, active participation, and respect for people, property, facilities, and equipment.
• Commit to our mission of building girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.
• Work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and ages, and accept the Girl Scout commitment to work with all without regard to age, race, ethnicity/culture, country of origin, religion, language, socio economic status, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, ability or political affiliation.
  

Is this you?

• Be at least 18 years of age by June 15, 2026.
• Currently have a Red Cross First Aid and CPR certified.
• Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
• Ability to assist in teaching an activity.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control.
• Ability to work within the camp environment (work may be indoors or outdoors and may be hot, humid, rainy or cool weather.)
• Ability to effectively identify, analyze and solve practical problems and successfully manage a variety of variables and personalities; ability to adapt in a changing environment.
  

Other Requirements

This position will require successful completion of background checks and an active membership in the Girl Scout Movement.

Additional Requirement – Massachusetts Lifeguard Uniform Regulation

In accordance with 105 CMR 435.23 (Massachusetts Department of Public Health), all lifeguards while on duty must:

• Wear a bright red or bright orange bathing suit.
• Wear any outer garment (shirt or jacket) that is red or bright orange and marked with “GUARD” in 4‐inch lettering on the back.
• Wear an orange hat or sun helmet while on duty.
  

Camp Wind in the Pines Day Camp in Plymouth

Camp Wind-in-the-Pines offers campers entering kindergarten through 12th grade the life-changing experience of summer camp. Located in Plymouth, MA, the camp offers over 140 acres of woodland to explore and a spectacular waterfront. In addition to traditional camp activities such as songs, games and campfires, campers can participate in activities in arts and crafts, swimming, boating, science exploration, day trips, and more!

TO APPLY:

Work Location: In person Plymouth, MA

Company Description

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an equal opportunity employer

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for all girls. The threads of diversity and inclusion are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.

We hold firm in our belief that a culture of diversity and inclusion promotes unity, creates personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees, and supports safety and transformation for our volunteers and girls of all backgrounds.

Diversity and inclusion are more than an initiative; it’s a set of shared values that defines the fabric of our mission.

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Company Description

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an equal opportunity employer \r\n\r\nAt Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for all girls. The threads of diversity and inclusion are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. \r\n\r\nWe hold firm in our belief that a culture of diversity and inclusion promotes unity, creates personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees, and supports safety and transformation for our volunteers and girls of all backgrounds. \r\n\r\nDiversity and inclusion are more than an initiative; it’s a set of shared values that defines the fabric of our mission.\r\n\r\nContact us at