Summer Camp Counselor — Live Onsite, Meals & Training

Northeast Texas, Inc.; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided during camp

On-site housing when camp is in season

Paid staff training and certifications

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas is seeking Seasonal Camp Counselors for Camp Bette Perot in Palestine, TX. Staff live in cabins or lodges, lead activities, mentor campers, and participate in daily camp life.

Training is provided at the start of the summer, with housing and meals included during camp sessions. Roles include Lifeguard Counselor, High Ropes Counselor, Activity Leader Counselor, Unit Leader Counselor, Photography Counselor, Junior Crew Leader, and more, with expanded responsibilities

Qualifications

• Experience working with youth in a camp setting.
• Ability to live in camp with campers and work long hours.
• Must be able to participate in overnight activities and be physically active.

Responsibilities

• Champion a positive, inclusive, caring, safe, and fun camp environment and promote the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
• Support camper wellbeing by supervising overall physical, mental, and emotional health while living with campers.
• Lead and participate in camp program activities and administration, including meals, activities, rest, free time, and trainings.
• Facilitate positive group relationships and address conflict constructively.
• Advocate for camper and staff confidence, teamwork, and personal growth.
• Adhere to camp schedule and direct campers to assigned spaces on time.
• Assist in care of campsite facilities, equipment, and supplies and manage resources wisely.
• Practice camp safety standards and emergency procedures and uphold them with others.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet program and operation needs.
• Participate in staff trainings and meetings as requested.
• Live, eat, teach, and play respectfully with diverse staff and campers all day.

Job description

Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas is seeking Seasonal Camp Counselors for Camp Bette Perot in Palestine, TX. Staff live in cabins or lodges, lead activities, mentor campers, and participate in daily camp life.

Training is provided at the start of the summer, with housing and meals included during camp sessions. Roles include Lifeguard Counselor, High Ropes Counselor, Activity Leader Counselor, Unit Leader Counselor, Photography Counselor, Junior Crew Leader, and more, with expanded responsibilities