Inglewood Innovation Camp Counselor

Job DetailsJob LocationInglewood Service Center - Inglewood, CAPosition TypeSeasonalSalary Range$18.50 HourlyDescriptionPosition InformationEstimated Dates of Employment: Spring 2025-July 2025Company OverviewGirl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles ("GSGLA") is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in the Los Angeles region. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. core values of Integrity, Clarity of Purpose, Accountability and Respect represent how we behave on a day-to-day basis. These are the specific behaviors that are imperative and encouraged in our company culture. We are committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. In addition, reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.Position SummaryThe Camp Counselor plays a key role in implementing Girl Scout programming, ensuring camper safety, and fostering the success of every camper. Camp Counselors are the primary caregivers for campers during camp and are responsible for planning, teaching, coordinating, and leading activities that guide campers in their personal growth. The position is also responsible for delivering STEAM camp experiences, incorporating hands-on activities that inspire creativity and glewood Innovation CenterThe Inglewood Service Center is a unique space in the heart of Inglewood. Specifically created to reach more Girl Scouts with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) programming. The Inglewood Innovation Center is outfitted with special technology and tools to cultivate the creativity, innovation, and confidence of the Girl Scouts who visit. The camp operates with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout the camp to meet the intended camper outcomes. Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth. Assure campers are properly supervised at all times. Be aware of and implement safety guidelines. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes. Responsible for leading and assisting with the teaching of activities. Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities. Assist in program areas such as robotics, engineering, creative arts projects, and all-camp STEAM activities, as directed.Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff. Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs. Ensure that campers receive their medications as directed by the Health and Inclusion Specialist. Be alert to campers' and staff needs and assist them with personal andor health problems and discuss with the Girl Innovation Specialist when appropriate. Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to the Girl Innovation Specialist. Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures. Set a good example to campers and others regarding general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and collaboration within a group. Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver (as needed) evening programs, special events, and other all-camp activities and camp functions.Attend and participate in daily meetings. Provide check inout support and provide outstanding customer service to families.Responsible for taking care of special programming equipment and supplies.Set up and break down STEAM activity stations, such as robotics kits, coding equipment, engineering tools, and creative arts materials, in an organized manner, including maintaining an accurate inventory of supplies and equipment.Evaluates and reports as requested by the Girl Innovation Specialist or other administrative staff.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesMust be 18 years of age by the start of camp.Must be available for 5 weeks of day camp (June 16, 2025 - July 18, 2025), training dates that will be scheduled prior to camp, and a week following camp for clean-up.Must possess and maintain a valid CPRFirst Aid Certification throughout the position's employment dates. Training will be available.Must submit a basic health history form as set by the American Camping Association. Ability to spend time sitting, utilizing the computer, and standing and walking throughout the facilities.Ability to lift up to 20 pounds periodically. Must possess endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill andor ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Recommended Education, Training and ExperienceDocumented experienced teaching or interacting in youth programmingGSGLA Employee RequirementsComply with state-mandated reporter trainingAttend GSGLA signature events andor other activities as assigned.Vaccination PolicyGirl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles requires its employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to certain exemptions as required by law. New hires working at Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles must be fully vaccinated upon hire. Please contact the People & Culture Department for a copy of the vaccination policy.

Created: 2025-02-21