Camp Counselor Ages 15-17

Position Overview

Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combing educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and understands that helping youth puts us on a path toward a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.

Our Camp Counselors are responsible for supervising campers and keeping them safe. The duties of a Camp Counselor includes teaching Scouts ages 7-17 outdoor and recreational skills, overseeing and planning camp activities, and learning and implementing emergency protocol efforts to ensure the protection of campers.

Today’s summer camp staff are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, work that offers solid compensation, benefits, and advancement.

This is a seasonal position (mid-June to the end of July).

Responsibilities

• Organizing team games, explaining the rules, and acting as referee/supervisor throughout the activity.
•  Leading activities such as crafts and art, demonstrating various techniques, and encouraging Scout to come up with ideas.
• Providing guidance, motivation, and support to all camp visitors.
• Communicate with unit leaders, Scouts, visitors, and staff.
  
• Maintain high standards for personal appearance and hygiene.
• Attend all meals and camp-wide activities unless excused by the Program Director.
• Obey and enforce all applicable policies, practices, and procedures approved by the New Birth of Freedom Council and the Boy Scouts of America.
• Know, understand, and implement emergency action plans when needed.
• Relay any issues that could impact the safe and successful operation of the camp to the Area Director immediately.
• Exemplify all aspects of the Scout Oath and Law and serve as a role model for staff and Scouts.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

Desired Skills

• High moral character.
• Working knowledge of Cub Scout and Scouts BSA programs.
• Familiarity with Hidden Valley Scout Reservation facilities and traditions.
• Auditory and oral abilities to effectively communicate.
• Physical ability to participate in and instruct outdoor skills.

Requirements

• Must be willing to accept and meet the Boy Scouts of America’s leadership and membership standards and subscribe to the Scout Oath and Law.
•  15 years of age or older.
  
• Offers for employment are subject to criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.

Compensation

The New Birth of Freedom Council, Boy Scouts of America offers a competitive salary starting at 225/week, onsite housing, and meals.

The New Birth of Freedom Council, Boy Scouts of America, is an equal opportunity employer. The New Birth of Freedom Council does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical disability, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

In accordance with Boy Scouts of America qualifications and requirements, I hereby subscribe to the Scout Oath or Promise, Law, and the declaration of religious principle. I agree to abide by the Charter, Bylaws, and Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America. All camp staff members must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America.

Applicants are not required to give any information on this form that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

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