Unit Counselor

+$400 retention bonus for completing the season! Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington is looking for talented and dedicated staff for our summer overnight camps who love the camp experience and are passionate about the Girl Scouts mission. In this role, you’ll teach girls new skills, keep them safe as they explore camp experiences, and ensure they have a session full of wonderful memories and camp magic. As camp staff, you’ll live and work in rustic resident camp settings from June 21 through August 25. Shower and toilet facilities are separate from cabins and could include non-flush toilets and dormitory-style showers. Most of your time will be spent in the great outdoors leading and participating in fun activities with campers, such as hiking, archery, swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts – depending on your skills and interests. Camp staff are paid a daily rate based on the position, applicable certifications, and previous experience in that role, plus a $400 retention bonus for completing the season. Requirements for all positions: Experience working with children, young adults, and adults. Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs. Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher. Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state. Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds. Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain. Stooping, squatting, and bending. Reaching overhead and below shoulder level. Unit Counselor: $79.16 to $95.83 per day ($475 to $575 per week) Responsibilities: Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week. Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, campfire and occasional off-camp trips. Encourage participation from all campers. Facilitate camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit. Help campers adjust to th