Girl Scouts Of Greater Chicago And Northwest Indiana
Trip Director - Camp Juniper Knoll
Girl Scouts Of Greater Chicago And Northwest Indiana, Troy, Wisconsin, United States
Trip Director - Camp Juniper Knoll
Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2026 camp staff today! Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17.
As the Trip Director, you will be critical to the success of the summer as part of the leadership team and the first-line resource for problem solving for campers and counselors on off‑site trips. In this role you will supervise and guide campers, counselors, and trip leaders through progressive learning experiences specifically on field trips, backcountry trips, and adventure‑based activities.
Work Commitment Dates: May 31 - August 2
Includes staff training
Camp is closed June 19 and July 4-6; these days are unpaid
Weekly Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday‑7:00 p.m. Friday
Daily 2‑hour break Monday‑Thursday Staff are required to work Saturday, August 1 and may be asked to work Saturday, July 18
Camp Staff Benefits Pay: $140 per day
Included room and board
Wilderness First Aid and basic First Aid and CPR certifications
Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.
Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
2 years minimum of experience with primitive or backcountry camping
2 years minimum of experience facilitating and/or supervising youth primitive or backcountry camping
Must be 21+ years old as of June 21, 2026 and possess a high school diploma or GED, candidates that are 23+ with a valid driver’s license are strongly preferred.
Willingness to become lifeguard‑certified strongly preferred (training provided)
Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting
Willingness to live and work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions
Responsibilities Provide fun, positive and active leadership to campers
Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things
Role model problem‑solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
Be an active member of the leadership team to provide cohesive teamwork & leadership opportunities, develop open communication, encourage positive peer relationships, and deliver support.
Develop, supervise, and deliver facilitation of on‑site and off‑site programs involving outdoor skills, backcountry knowledge, and adventure‑based activities with campers and staff through the use of camper planning and Girl Scout program guidelines.
Assist the camp director in planning, organization, and implementation of trip and backcountry programs.
Leads scheduling and delivery of weekly primitive camping programs and activities.
Provide support to trip leaders and other staff before, during, and after delivery of primitive camping programs and activities.
Oversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events.
Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures
Assist with management and care of program supplies and spaces, including specialty equipment
Assist in the care of camp equipment and in maintaining a clean camp environment
Maintain open and efficient communication with camp director, health supervisor, and other staff as needed involving camper’s illness and injury through phone and/or in person based on the situation
Maintain responsibility for the overall well‑being of campers throughout their camp experience
Other duties as assigned
Apply today to join our summer camp team! #J-18808-Ljbffr
As the Trip Director, you will be critical to the success of the summer as part of the leadership team and the first-line resource for problem solving for campers and counselors on off‑site trips. In this role you will supervise and guide campers, counselors, and trip leaders through progressive learning experiences specifically on field trips, backcountry trips, and adventure‑based activities.
Work Commitment Dates: May 31 - August 2
Includes staff training
Camp is closed June 19 and July 4-6; these days are unpaid
Weekly Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday‑7:00 p.m. Friday
Daily 2‑hour break Monday‑Thursday Staff are required to work Saturday, August 1 and may be asked to work Saturday, July 18
Camp Staff Benefits Pay: $140 per day
Included room and board
Wilderness First Aid and basic First Aid and CPR certifications
Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.
Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
2 years minimum of experience with primitive or backcountry camping
2 years minimum of experience facilitating and/or supervising youth primitive or backcountry camping
Must be 21+ years old as of June 21, 2026 and possess a high school diploma or GED, candidates that are 23+ with a valid driver’s license are strongly preferred.
Willingness to become lifeguard‑certified strongly preferred (training provided)
Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting
Willingness to live and work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions
Responsibilities Provide fun, positive and active leadership to campers
Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things
Role model problem‑solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
Be an active member of the leadership team to provide cohesive teamwork & leadership opportunities, develop open communication, encourage positive peer relationships, and deliver support.
Develop, supervise, and deliver facilitation of on‑site and off‑site programs involving outdoor skills, backcountry knowledge, and adventure‑based activities with campers and staff through the use of camper planning and Girl Scout program guidelines.
Assist the camp director in planning, organization, and implementation of trip and backcountry programs.
Leads scheduling and delivery of weekly primitive camping programs and activities.
Provide support to trip leaders and other staff before, during, and after delivery of primitive camping programs and activities.
Oversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events.
Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational procedures
Assist with management and care of program supplies and spaces, including specialty equipment
Assist in the care of camp equipment and in maintaining a clean camp environment
Maintain open and efficient communication with camp director, health supervisor, and other staff as needed involving camper’s illness and injury through phone and/or in person based on the situation
Maintain responsibility for the overall well‑being of campers throughout their camp experience
Other duties as assigned
Apply today to join our summer camp team! #J-18808-Ljbffr