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Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA-Camp Small Valley

Adventure Activity Leader

Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA-Camp Small Valley, Halifax, Pennsylvania, United States, 17032

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The Summer Camp Activity Leader is responsible for oversight, planning, and facilitation of assigned activity, weekly progressive programming, and the inventory and maintenance of activity equipment.

Key Responsibilities

In conjunction with the Summer Camp Program Supervisor, develop and implement programming based on camp program goals, individual goals, assigned activities, and camp policies and procedures.

Meet regularly with Summer Camp Program Supervisor to keep staff apprised of any programming needs.

Effectively communicate assigned activity and specific roles to other camp staff during activity time.

Provide challenges that are age, ability, and readiness appropriate for multiple Girl Scout levels.

Assist with the execution of the GSHPA crisis management plan for emergencies that may occur during camp at any time, day or night.

Help coordinate and successfully implement group living for the unit by working together and assisting with housekeeping and sanitation.

Assume responsibility for health and safety of the campers in the unit activity area by maintaining a well-equipped first aid kit, reporting accidents promptly, and keeping the health supervisor informed of the health status of campers and unit staff.

Keep written records and formal reports and submit them within established deadline.

Assist in unit at end of activity day.

Create and maintain activity inventory.

Submit supply lists/needs to Program Director before, during, and at close of camp.

Abide by GSHPA code of conduct, rules, and expectations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Minimum hiring age of 21 is required.

Demonstrated ability to motivate girls to participate in and lead activities in a flexible, professional manner.

Ability to quickly respond to emergencies 24/7 when on camp property and follow GSHPA established emergency procedures.

Adventure Activity Leader: Two years of adventure ropes experience preferred, and the ability to successfully complete adventure training during pre-camp training.

Program Leader: Experience creating weekly programs and lead schedules and program ordering.

Attend and complete all pre-camp training.

Experience working with children is preferred.

Ability to live and work in the outdoors in extreme weather conditions.

Ability to walk a mile over uneven terrain.

Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards.

Ability to adapt well to changing circumstances, direction, and strategy.

Ability to lead and facilitate events and activities.

Ability to work with diverse populations in a group setting.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Must be able to pass required background checks.

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

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