Outdoor Adventure Camp Counselor – Three Seasons

ADP, Inc.; Holmes (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Per diem

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Greater New York seeks a Three Season Counselor for Camp Kaufmann in Holmes, NY. The role supports diverse campers with outdoor activities, safety, and leadership experiences, including occasional overnight stays and weekend/weekend engagements during the school year.

Responsibilities include health and safety, activity planning, first aid, and clear communication. Compensation includes per diem, room and board, with a commitment to camp policies and mission.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old by October 1, 2025.
• High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Willingness to abide by the policies and practices of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.
• Desire and ability to work with and relate to campers and staff from diverse backgrounds in an outdoor environment.
• The acceptance and understanding that employment is at an overnight camp and that work hours are long and irregular.
• Possess the strength and endurance required to maintain constant camper engagement and supervision throughout the weekend.
• Patience, sense of humor, integrity, and an ability to adapt well to changing situations.
• Ability to accept guidance, performance feedback, and supervision.
• Ability to accept and follow directions in both verbal and written form.
• Clearance through the Sex Offender Registry and Criminal Background Check.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR/AED, or willingness to complete certification.
• Willingness to prioritize the needs of Girl Scouts of Greater New York and Camp Kaufmann
• Preferred: Prior camp experience and/or interest in the outdoors.
• Preferred: Experience working with children strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the health and safety of all campers.
• Lead and support youth and adult campers from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds in camp activities and in emergency situations.
• Assist with planning, supply gathering, and implementing activities and programs, following the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and care of housing units and program areas.
• Lead Outdoor Classrooms focused on skill areas such as climbing, challenge courses, archery, survival skills, team building, and ecology (training is provided).
• Support the Nature Acclimation Process by introducing campers to the outdoors safely and respectfully.
• Occasionally stay overnight with campers, helping them learn to care for and respect themselves and others.
• Lead and/or participate in structured and unstructured games, songs, crafts, and skits.
• Enthusiastically participate in all aspects of camp, including staff training, structured and unstructured activities, position-specific in-service training, team building, and debriefing.
• Provide basic first aid and maintain housing unit or program area first aid kits.
• Immediately report to the Camp Leadership Team concerning observations, incidents, or accidents and assist in preparing reports as required.
• Demonstrate quick thinking, excellent communication, sound problem-solving techniques, and ability to work as a team player.
• Comply with all policies communicated in staff training and staff manual.
• Set a good example for campers and other staff members regarding cleanliness, punctuality, mutual respect, appropriate language, and appropriate attire.
• Abide by the mission and values of the Girl Scouts.
• Provide excellent customer service to campers, caregivers, camp visitors, and other staff.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Camp Leadership Team.

Education

High School diploma or the equivalent

Tools

First Aid and CPR/AED certification

Job description

Girl Scouts of Greater New York seeks a Three Season Counselor for Camp Kaufmann in Holmes, NY. The role supports diverse campers with outdoor activities, safety, and leadership experiences, including occasional overnight stays and weekend/weekend engagements during the school year.

Responsibilities include health and safety, activity planning, first aid, and clear communication. Compensation includes per diem, room and board, with a commitment to camp policies and mission.