Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
Outdoor Education Program Specialist - Camp Juniper Knoll
Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, East Troy, Wisconsin, United States,
Outdoor Education Program Specialist - Camp Juniper Knoll
Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2025 camp staff today! Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for campers ages 5-17.
As a Program Specialist, you will be critical to the success of the summer as you supervise, develop, deliver progressive outdoor and environmental education activities.
Work Commitment:
Dates: June 1- August 3Includes staff trainingCamp is closed June 19 and July 3-5; these days are unpaidWeekly Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday-7:00 p.m. Friday
Daily 2-hour break Monday-ThursdaySaturdays offCamp Staff Benefits:
Pay:$125 per dayIncluded room and boardFirst Aid and CPR certificationOptional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance ProgramQualifications:
Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various agesEnjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor settingPrior experience leading children through formal or informal environmental education or outdoor interpretationMust be 19+ years old and possess a high school diploma or GEDWillingness to work and, at times, live in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditionsResponsibilities:
Oversee nature center, including prepping supplies for use and facilitating outdoor education activities; ensure outdoor education activities are age-appropriate and program-specific, including instruction of environmental education and Leave No Trace principlesProvide fun, positive, and active leadership to campersHelp build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new thingsRole model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staffDevelop, supervise, and deliver facilitation of programs in an assigned specialty area with campers and staff through the use of camper planning and Girl Scout program guidelinesOversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled eventsProvide quality outdoor programs that may include arts and crafts, nature study, theater, traditional and non-traditional sports, water activities, and much moreEnsure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational proceduresAssist with management and care of program supplies and spaces, including specialty equipmentAssist in the care of camp equipment and in maintaining a clean camp environmentMaintain responsibility for the overall well-being of campers throughout their camp experienceOther duties as assigned
Apply today to join our summer camp team!
Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2025 camp staff today! Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for campers ages 5-17.
As a Program Specialist, you will be critical to the success of the summer as you supervise, develop, deliver progressive outdoor and environmental education activities.
Work Commitment:
Dates: June 1- August 3Includes staff trainingCamp is closed June 19 and July 3-5; these days are unpaidWeekly Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday-7:00 p.m. Friday
Daily 2-hour break Monday-ThursdaySaturdays offCamp Staff Benefits:
Pay:$125 per dayIncluded room and boardFirst Aid and CPR certificationOptional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested.Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance ProgramQualifications:
Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various agesEnjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor settingPrior experience leading children through formal or informal environmental education or outdoor interpretationMust be 19+ years old and possess a high school diploma or GEDWillingness to work and, at times, live in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditionsResponsibilities:
Oversee nature center, including prepping supplies for use and facilitating outdoor education activities; ensure outdoor education activities are age-appropriate and program-specific, including instruction of environmental education and Leave No Trace principlesProvide fun, positive, and active leadership to campersHelp build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new thingsRole model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staffDevelop, supervise, and deliver facilitation of programs in an assigned specialty area with campers and staff through the use of camper planning and Girl Scout program guidelinesOversee campers and staff during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled eventsProvide quality outdoor programs that may include arts and crafts, nature study, theater, traditional and non-traditional sports, water activities, and much moreEnsure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety and educational proceduresAssist with management and care of program supplies and spaces, including specialty equipmentAssist in the care of camp equipment and in maintaining a clean camp environmentMaintain responsibility for the overall well-being of campers throughout their camp experienceOther duties as assigned
Apply today to join our summer camp team!