Camper Support Specialist

Job Type

Temporary

Description

Camp St. Albans covers 414 wooded acres with over five miles of trails, all surrounding beautiful Lake Devereaux. The property is known for its unique Viking Boats and the gnomes that inhabit the camp. Our site primarily focuses on traditional camp activities such as arts and crafts, archery, swimming, and boating. Campers can choose from a variety of creative programs including outdoor survival skills, space discovery, and woodworking.

The Camper Support Specialist works with campers, their caregivers, and camp staff to create a meaningful camp experience. They will coordinate camper care plans as needed with caregivers and/or the camp leadership team. This position will act as a resource to staff, providing coaching and direct support to staff while problem-solving complex behavioral needs. The Camper Support Specialist works amongst all the age groups offered at camp and responds to the in-the-moment behavioral needs of campers.

The full pay range for this position is $115 - $125 per day, with the starting rate dependent on previous employment at GSWW camps. This seasonal position will be from June 13th to August 17th, 2025.

Girl Scouts of Western Washington values diversity, equity, and inclusion and we foster a welcoming, inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and gender expression of identity), marital status, or the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability, or any other protected classification under applicable laws.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with caregivers and camp staff to plan individual care plans for campers with additional social-emotional, behavioral, or physical needs
• Provide support to counselors that include coaching and problem-solving, acting as on-call camper support, and serving as additional coverage for units needing assistance
• Maintain communication as needed with caregivers on camper progress, escalating to the leadership team when appropriate
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of care and support provided through the CampMinder system
• Implement occasional trainings for staff that include tools and techniques for working with campers
• Assist the Healthcare Director as needed with medication management and distribution
• Support and participate in implementing all camp activities such as meals, games, campfires, etc.
• Carry out established duties for general camp operations including check-in and check-out, bus supervision, camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork
• This is a general description of the essential responsibilities of the position and is not inclusive of all job duties; other associated duties may be assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
• Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including overnight and weekend responsibilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds, with the ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to navigate technology programs and platforms independently ability/willingness to learn new technologies, with CampMinder experience strongly preferred
• Understanding of behavioral health and support techniques

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities of camp staff members

Education and Experience Required

• At least 21 years of age
• Experience working with youth 6-17 years old
• Experience working with youth with additional social-emotional, behavioral, or physical needs

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 3+ years of relevant experience in related field (Ideal candidate is in the third or fourth year of, or has graduated with an advanced degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Therapy, or a similar field)
• Licensed, or working on licensure, in social work, psychology, counseling, therapy, or similar field
• Training in crisis intervention

Other Qualifications

• Current certification in First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain
• Current certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid or Willingness to obtain
• A valid driver's license and clean driving record and willingness to transport campers and staff in a 12-passenger van

Work Environment

Summer camp is a fast-paced outdoor working environment with 24-hour-a-day responsibilities. Employees are frequently exposed to loud noises, sensory stimulating situations, and physically demanding activities. Employees should feel comfortable with the following:

• Working outside in all weather conditions including heat, inclement weather, and specific environmental realities (humidity, wind, bugs, lake water)
• Residing in non-air-conditioned rustic open-air living quarters, with pit toilets as primary restroom facilities
• Living in communal living conditions with limited privacy and infrequent, minimal access to technology
• Demonstrate emotional resiliency and regulation to handle extended, repeated stressful situations appropriately
• Walking over unpaved, uneven, hilly terrain multiple times a day
• Lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 35lbs
• Swimming in natural bodies of water
• Responding to emergencies including utilizing skills to administer First Aid/CPR when necessary - including overnight
• Maintaining constant supervision and observation of program participants while assessing risk and participant safety

Salary Description

$115 - $125 per day

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