Waterfront Team Lead: Swim, Boating & Safety

Kentuckiana, Inc.; Utica (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board

Most meals

Supportive community

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is seeking a full-time Assistant Waterfront Counselor at Camp Pennyroyal near Owensboro, KY. You will support swimming and boating programs, supervise campers and staff, and help maintain safety standards while delivering a fun waterfront experience.

The role requires current Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, and waterfront lifeguard certifications, plus 1 year of childcare/youth program supervision and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current certifications in American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, AED, and Waterfront Lifeguarding.
• 1 year each of childcare/youth program, supervisory, and administrative experience.
• Age 18+ required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Swimming proficiency.
• Must pass background checks and support Girl Scout mission.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of campers and staff using swimming and boating equipment.
• Assist in training unit staff for boating and swimming activities.
• Conduct routine checks of equipment, facilities, and programs; report maintenance needs.
• Support unit staff and participate in unit activities and all-camp events when waterfront is closed.
• Teach swimming and boating lessons.
• Interact daily with campers and provide supervision in group and emergency settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Education

Lifeguard certification

First Aid & CPR/AED

Driver's license

Job description

Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana is seeking a full-time Assistant Waterfront Counselor at Camp Pennyroyal near Owensboro, KY. You will support swimming and boating programs, supervise campers and staff, and help maintain safety standards while delivering a fun waterfront experience.

The role requires current Red Cross First Aid, CPR/AED, and waterfront lifeguard certifications, plus 1 year of childcare/youth program supervision and strong communication skills.