Camp Specialist - Stevens Ranch

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Camp Specialist further the mission of Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains (GSTOP) through Stevens Ranch Resident Camp programming and general camp tasks. Camp Specialist ensures the physical, mental, and emotional safety of campers, help facilitate camp programs and community building within the camper group and the entire camp. 

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES  

• Ensure work areas and activities are safe and meet the requirements of the American Camp Association (ACA), Texas State Health Department, and GSTOP. 
• Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers in their living unit, within activities and throughout camp to meet the intended camper outcomes. 
• Promote and support the Girl Scout program philosophies of the GSUSA and GSTOP. 
• Responsible for maintaining a high standard of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff. 
• Responsible for maintaining effective working relationships with staff and creating harmonious relationships with campers, parents, and staff. 
• Responsible for observing camper behavior, assessing its appropriateness, enforcing appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and applying appropriate behavior-management techniques. 
• Responsible for the check-in and check-out procedures and other assigned duties and responsibilities. 
• Ensure the safety of all campers during their stay at Stevens Ranch by following all policies, procedures, and protocols. 
• Ensure that unit schedules and activities are implemented and adhered to. 
• Ensures that a safe and pleasant atmosphere is maintained in the assigned unit. 
• Provide quality care that resolves concerns by offering creative solutions in a timely manner. 
• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. 
• Promote Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public and co-workers. 
• Assuming other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. Interpersonal Relations                                                                  8. Decision and Judgement
2. Conflict Management                                                                     9. Organizational Knowledge
3. Adaptability                                                                                     10. Self-Management
4. Oral and Written Communication Skills                                     11. Fostering Diversity
5. Team Building                                                                                 12. Achieve Results
6. Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct                            13. Time Management
7. Information Management                                                            14. Problem Solving

JOB QUALIFICATIONS  

• Minimum 18 years of age.  
• Commitment to the mission and purpose of Girl Scouting. 
• Membership of Girl Scout organization. 
• Must be willing to work with all people without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, or disability. 
• Experience and/or education in general Outdoor Education or Girl Scouts a plus.
• Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp community.  
• Ability to work a flexible schedule while residing at camp. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint a plus. 
• Verbal fluency, good grammar, and professional appearance. 
• You must complete and pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and on uneven terrain, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment includes exposure to environmental allergens including dust, mold, pollen, live birds, insects, and other animals.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

  SEASONAL CAMP DATES

• Staff Training Week: June 2-6, 2025
• Camp Week1: June 9-13, 2025
• Camp Week 2: June 16-20, 2025
• Camp Week 3: June 23-27, 2025
• Camp Week 4: July 30 – July 1, 2025 (overnight)

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required (provided if needed).