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Camp Facilitator - CWRPWCamp Potomac Woods - Leesburg, VA 20176OverviewSalary Range $17.65 Hourly Position Type Seasonal Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionEver dream of making a difference while getting lost among the trees?Become part of a small team of camp facilitators dedicated to showing children the amazing discoveries they can make at camp! Provide high-quality, innovative, and in-person programming for the youth visiting our amazing properties focusing on helping them develop their love and appreciation of the outdoors. Staff will work primarily on weekends during all seasons to make the camping experience as wonderful as possible for our amazing youth participants.Essential Functions:Provide high adventure programming including but not limited to archery, canoeing/kayaking, tomahawk/knives, team building, challenge course, and slingshots.Deliver high-quality STEAM, outdoor/environmental education, and general camp programming to youth K-12.Able to travel to assigned area.Work closely with the High Adventure Specialist and other camp staff to ensure clear communication of expectations and accommodations of any special needs or requests of campers, families, volunteers and guests.Maintain accurate facility and equipment report logs.Repair and maintain high adventure equipment as needed.Ensure the physical, emotional and mental safety of all participants during their stay on GSCNC property.Report any questions, comments or concerns to the High Adventure Specialist immediately.Adhere to the policies of Girl Scouts of Nation's Capital and promote Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as all participants.Perform other duties as assigned.Work Conditions:Physical Requirements:Sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, and move in a variety of ways necessary to navigate a camp.Ability to complete assigned activities.Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.Work independently and as part of a teamConduct self in a professional manner befitting an employee of GSCNC.Wear staff uniform at all times while on camp.Work under pressure and in a sometimes high-stress environment.Required Qualifications:16 years or older.Ability to obtain and maintain GSUSA membership.Pass a criminal background check.Preferred Qualifications:Camp or youth experience strongly preferred.Knowledge and commitment to the Girl Scouting ways.GSCNC camp experience strongly preferred.Current certification in one or more of the following: archery, challenge course, kayaking, canoeing, tomahawk/knives, slingshots, First-Aid and CPR.Locations: This position serves Camp Potomac Woods in Leesburg, VA and Camp White Rock in Capon Bridge, WV. The ideal candidate will be willing and able to serve both locations.Benefits:Housing provided on weekends (not required to stay)Mileage reimbursementFree certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities required for the job.Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more.Flexible schedule
Worksite address
capon bridge, WV, 26711, US
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