SEASONAL STAFF - CAMP WaBak

(Travelers Rest, SC Area)

May 20, 2024 through July 27, 2024 
This position stays onsite (including overnight)

Sunday, 12:00 p.m. –  Friday, 4:00 p.m. 

1 Saturday required: July 27 – camp clean-up day 

Dates off: July 4-6, 2024 

Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands council is the largest organization serving girls in South Carolina. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.  If you love the outdoors and love kids, a position at Camp WaBak—our 130-acre overnight camp in the northwestern area of Greenville County—might be perfect for you. Our camp staff supervise, and guide girls aged 1st-12th grade as they participate in a wide variety of camp programming including swimming, boating, archery, hiking, tent camping, arts and crafts, cookouts, campfires, team building, and more!
 

POSITION SUMMARY 

Lead Counselor will serve as the head counselor for one unit (small, similarly aged group) of girls.  The incumbent will work primarily with individuals enrolled in Equestrian programs. They will provide hands-on, interactive activities such as crafting, science experiments, and theme-based activities. Lead Counselor will be responsible for meeting the session goals. This position reports to the Assistant Director and works closely with the Equestrian Manager. 

They will be responsible for delegating tasks and supervising General Counselors and Junior Counselors in the same unit providing guidance, support, and advice when necessary. 

While at camp, our Lead Counselors will be role models for our campers – showing enthusiasm, kindness, and creativity. Along with another counselor, you will facilitate archery sessions, create one-of-a-kind tie dye, rock a dance party, and roast tasty s’mores! You can expect to spend your summer days hiking camp, outside playing games on the field, and trying something new each day. 

Explore more about Overnight Camp at Camp WaBak: https://www.gssc-mm.org/en/get-involved/camps-and-properties.html

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS  

• No prior Girl Scout experience required to apply.
• Must be at least 21 years old. 
• HS Diploma or equivalent required (advanced education or college preferred).
• Successful reference check, drug screen and background check.
• At least 1 year horse experience assisting with riding lessons and equestrian care to children in grades K-12. 
• Ability to supervise other staff and delegate job responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. 
• First Aid and CPR certification required (available during camp staff training if needed). 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to make independent decisions; interact effectively with staff and volunteers; and work well with children. 
• Ability to drive preferred but is not required. Drivers must have personal transportation and the ability to drive. Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance which meets the council insurance company’s requirement for coverage. 
• Upon hire, must hold personal membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.  
• Individuals who are Bilingual (Spanish) are encouraged to apply. 
• Assists in the smooth functioning of summer camp by performing other duties as assigned.

• Serve as the lead counselor within the equestrian unit, assist in all areas of equestrian programs and operations including duties with feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, arenas, and paddocks, and maintaining tack and other equipment. 
• Assist in all equine program lessons including riding lessons, ground school, and stable management, as assigned by the Equestrian Manager. 
• Acting as a camp activity leader in a variety of program areas as needed (for example, weird science, drama, sports, archery, arts & crafts, outdoor cooking, etc.) outside of the barn. 
• Supervise, lead, and guide counselors within unit, alongside the Assistant Director. 
• Responsible for creating a girl-driven weekly schedule and ensure that all staff in your unit have appropriate amounts of scheduled time off. 
• Learn and implement the crisis management plan, including emergency procedures. Be aware of the ongoing medical needs of the campers. 
• Ensure program site and supplies are properly maintained. Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment. 
• Assist in calling meals at the dining hall, leading all-camp activities, and other general camp counselor duties as assigned by the Assistant Director, or other administrative staff. 
• Serve as a role model to guide campers in appropriate behaviors, language, attitudes, and activities to help girls develop individual responsibility. 
• Responsible for communication, conflict resolution, and problem solving within the unit. 
• Serve as a role model to campers through relationship development, respect for diversity, and empowerment of youth. 
• Incumbent will sleep in a girl unit (sometimes in a separate counselor cabin, and sometimes in an attached but separate room) and is expected to help with nighttime supervision and morning routines. 

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Activities occur both inside and outside with employee subject to both environmental conditions to include fluctuating weather conditions (hot, cold, windy, etc.) as well as outdoor exposure to variety of vegetation.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform light work exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Is required to regularly pick up saddles, supporting equipment to include horse blankets and bridles that may independently and/or combined exceed 25 lbs.
• Is required to also assist riders (lifting at times, depending on needs) up into a saddle as well as assist with dismounting riders as needed and requested.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

Summer seasonal employment is a unique experience and falls under the seasonal exemption standard categorized as “seasonal amusement or recreational establishment” by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Department of Labor (DOL). This exempts the position from federal minimum and overtime wage requirements as we compensate a daily rate plus.  The potential weekly earnings for this position is between $325 - $350 depending on experience, availability, scheduling, and any related certifications. Seasonal staff are eligible for a performance based bonus that will be paid after the first 4 weeks of summer camp and at the end of summer camp. This is a seasonal position only with no eligibility for benefits.  

Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.)

Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with GSSC-MM, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@gssc-mm.org . GSSC-MM reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.