Job Details
**Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana**
**Lifeguard - Resident Camp**
**2022 Summer Camp - East Troy, WI - Seasonal**
The real perks & career benefits: At camp you will quickly discover that the more you put into the experience, the more rewarding it will be. Develop your outdoor skills and leadership to help build your resume away from the pressures of your typical everyday routine. You will be a valuable member of this camp community, where your voice will be heard and you will receive the support you need to have a fun and successful summer. Pay range : $580-630/week if living on site or $13/hour if commuting; dependent on qualifications and experience * Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages
* Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting
* Current First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certification (Preferred: Waterfront lifeguard certification) (Lifeguard certification training is available for candidates; however position is dependent on passing the Red Cross lifeguarding course, including the swimming pre-test.)
* High school graduate or equivalent
* 18 years of age or older by June 22nd
* Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting
* Willingness to live and work 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 conditions
* Provide fun, positive, and active leadership to campers
* Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things
* Role model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff
* Supervise and guard all aquatics activities, utilizing certifications, and emergency management as needed
* Provide quality water-based programming and lessons
* Act as instructor for boating programs such as canoeing, kayaking, and/or sailing
* Oversee campers during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events
* Maintain responsibility for aquatics facilities, shower house, and equipment in regard to condition, readiness, and cleanliness
* Assist with other camp programs when aquatics areas are closed
* Other duties as assigned
Location Identify the top 3 skills you have experience in and would feel comfortable teaching children:* ArcheryArts n' CraftsCompass/OrienteeringFire Safety/BuildingGroup GamesHikingKnotsNature-themed programOutdoor Cooking (on a fire)Paddling Sports (canoeing/row boating/kayaking)Paddling Sports (sailing)Performance Arts (theater performance/dancing/singing)Science-themed programsSocial Skills (making friends/self-esteem/etc.)SwimmingWater SafetyWeather Safety