Summer Camp Counselor/Mentor

Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Working for Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi (GSGMS) is much more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to bring your talent, passion, and perspective to a girl-centric, mission driven organization. We are seeking individuals committed to making a difference and are enthusiastic team players who want to join an organization with a proud history and a growing future. Joining our staff means working to your full potential in a dynamic and diverse environment that strives for equity for all.

Position Summary

Maintain and enforce safe pool and waterfront practices while implementing water activities. Assist in the supervision of campers, staff, and volunteers during activity times. Be an active participant in the campers’ experience and camp community. Uphold all camp policies, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of staff and campers. This seasonal full-time position is needed at Camp Iti Kana in Wiggins, MS and Camp Wahi in Brandon, MS, from May 30 through July 2023.

• Be responsible for maintaining the health and safety of campers.
• Lifeguard the pool, waterfront events, including facilitating activities.
• Teach, lead and/or supervise paddling activities.
• Participate in drills and skills practice for the lifeguards.
• Conduct daily check of area and equipment for organization, safety, cleanliness, and good repair. Report needed repairs.
• Assist in the opening and closing of all water activities for the summer and daily.
• Ensure adherence to GSGMS policies, and GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints for Water Activities.
• Help campers and volunteers follow directions and rules.
• Supervise campers’ participation in structured and unstructured activities.
• Ensure implementation of the Girl Scout program.
• Share with girls the process of being a lifeguard, to encourage future lifeguards for camp.
• Promote a sense of responsibility toward preservation of natural resources at the water activity sites.
• Help with daily camp operations as needed and as time permits (e.g., flag, fire building, activities).
• Lead or assist with water- related program activities as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• At least 17 years of age.
• Current certification American Red Cross Lifeguard or certification from another organization having equal standards.
• Current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid.
• Small watercraft experience (kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding) preferred. Willing to train.
• Ability to lift at least 40 lbs.
• Ability to adapt to a flexible schedule.
• Willingness to register as a volunteer with Girl Scouts of Greater Mississippi and complete a criminal background check.
• Ability to work through the end of GSGMS programmed camp season at both Camp Iti Kana and Camp Wahi.