Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana

Outdoor Program Facilitator- Camp Butternut Springs

Valparaiso, IN - Seasonal

Outdoor Program Facilitator- Camp Butternut Springs

Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest Indiana is seeking seasonal Outdoor Program Facilitators to be responsible for supervising and engaging youth ages 5-17 and adults in a variety of outdoor adventure activities, including ziplining, rappelling, archery, canoeing, swimming, and more. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic leaders with experience working with youth, strong communication skills, and a passion for outdoor education. 

This is a seasonal, part-time hourly position working 10-25 hours per week, with the potential for permanent part-time status and increased hours during the summer season. Evening and weekend work required.
 

Pay:

  • $16 an hour; daily rate during summer season


Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Interact with, supervise and set the example for youth ages 5 - 17 

  • Operate and instruct at various adventure programs, potentially including: zipline, rappel, low ropes, high adventure, climbing, archery, slingshots, traverse wall, canoeing & kayaking, swimming, and other outdoor experiences. 

  • Ensure that safety policies and procedures are followed 

  • Ensure the Girl Scouts are engaged in the Challenge by Choice program 

  • Oversee transitions to and from scheduled events, and facilitating and participating in group activities 

  • May perform other related duties as assigned 
     

Experience, Skills, and Qualifications: 

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma or GED   

  • Previous experience working with youth in a recreational/educational setting preferred 

  • Knowledge of basic practices of youth development, camp programs, and activities 

  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and skilled communicator with excellent interpersonal and leadership skills 

  • Ability to teach campers, problem-solving and exercise independent judgment 

  • Must attend, participate in and successfully demonstrate required skills during pre-season mandatory adventure course facilitator and First Aid/CPR trainings in March 2025 

  • Interest in obtaining Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft trainings 

  • 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 
     

GSGCNWI embraces the unique perspectives that you obtain in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

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