GIRL SCOUTS OF UTAH IS HIRING SUMMER LIFEGUARDS & CAMP COUNSELORS - starting ASAP!

• Would you love to call the Wasatch Mountains your workplace?
• Do you love creating unforgettable memories for campers?
• Would you love to build lasting friendships with people from around the world?

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LIFEGUARD / WATERFRFRONT ACTIVITY COUNSELOR:

• Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Waterfront Director to plan and provide a quality waterfront program for all campers.
• Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Unit Leaders to plan and provide quality Girl Scout programs to campers, when not at the waterfront.
• Be responsible for camper care and supervision twenty-four hours a day (including nighttime).

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CAMP COUNSELOR:

• Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Head Counselors to plan and provide quality Girl Scout program to a unit of campers.
• Be responsible for camper care and supervision twenty-four hours a day (including nighttime).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS FOR LIFEGUARD / WATERFRONT ACTIVITY COUNSELOR:

• Have a Waterfront Lifeguarding Certification
• Hold/obtain Red Cross & First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Small Craft Safety certifications or the equivalent.
• Have the knowledge and ability to teach skills in swimming, water safety, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, paddle boating, and wind surfing.

ALL POSITIONS @ GSU SUMMER CAMP:

• Must be a minimum of 18yrs old and able to pass a criminal background check, including sex-offender registries and driving records.
• Hold or obtain Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certifications and Utah Food Handlers' Permit
• Must complete Youth Protection Training within first week of employment.
• Assist with basic camp operation procedures, including kitchen duties as needed
• Ability to communicate and work with groups of campers ages 6-17 and provide necessary verbal instruction to campers.
• Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
• Ability to follow direction from Team Leaders, adhere to policies and procedures.
• Ability to respond in a crisis.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

PERKS:

• Free Room & Board
• Weekends Off
• Pay Range depending on position: $405-$425 per week

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Have the council required health forms and documentation completed by a physician to ensure the well-being of living and working in an outdoor camp setting that includes:
• Ability to bend down and move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies (up to 50 pounds).
• Ability to walk, stand, and work on feet up to 8 hours a day.
• Ability to live in a high elevation (up to 9200') and outdoor setting.
• Have visual/auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.

ABOUT GIRLS SCOUTS OF UTAH

Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and racial justice.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the posted requirements.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://gsutah.workbrightats.com/jobs/1114595-145129.html