Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts

Camp Employment Opportunities

The following positions are currently open in our organization. To apply, forward a letter of interest with a resume or complete a Camp Employment Application. All applications should be forwarded to:

Human Resources Department
Crossroads Business Park
301 Kelly Way
Holyoke, MA 01040
Email: hr@gscwm.org

Hiring Opportunities in Western MA
Camp Bonnie Brae, an overnight camp in East Otis (June 23 – Aug. 11)
Camp Lewis Perkins, a day camp in South Hadley (July 1 – Aug. 10)

Hiring Opportunities in Central MA
Camp Green Eyrie, an overnight camp in Harvard (June 23 – Aug. 11)
Camp Hickory Hill, a day camp in Whitinsville (July 8 – July 19)*
Camp Laurel Wood, a day camp in Spencer (July 1 – 5, July 22 – Aug. 10)*

* Staff hired to work at Laurel Wood will be the same staff hired to work at neighboring Hickory Hill. This is possible because the two camps will not be operating the same weeks. We are operating camp at Hickory Hill from July 8–July 19, and at Laurel Wood from July 22- Aug. 10. Staff training week (July 1-5) will primarily take place at Camp Laurel Wood.

Open Positions

Counselors
Work directly with girls, getting groups to their activities, engaging in activities, providing encouragement, ensuring safety and providing fun with a leadership development purpose. Serve as a role model.

High school diploma or GED
Demonstrated ability in youth programming
Energetic team-players with a sense of responsibility
Must be at least 18 by Aug. 1, 2013

Unit Leaders (CBB & CGE only)
Supervise and work directly with girls, engaging in activities, ensuring safety and providing fun with a leadership development purpose. Help coordinate and implement activities. Provide conflict resolution and problem solving support to counselors and girls.

High school diploma/GED with some college a plus
Preferred: At least 21 by June 30, 2013
Must have experience in youth programs
Responsible team leaders

Program Specialists (arts, crafts, sports, nature)
Develop, plan and conduct engaging, age appropriate activities that provide fun with a leadership development purpose to achieve program objectives. Supervise and work directly with girls. Assist and coordinate with other staff.

High school diploma/GED required with some college a plus
Preferred: At least 21 by June 30, 2013
Must have experience in desired specialty area
Must have experience planning and carrying out youth activities
Responsible team leaders

Waterfront Specialists/Lifeguards
Supervise and work directly with girls at waterfront or pool activities. Ensure safety. Provide age-appropriate water activities, instruction and opportunities. Assist and coordinate with other staff.

High school diploma/GED
Must be at least 18 by Aug. 1, 2013
Experience as a lifeguard or swim instructor preferred
Must have Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Certification (CBB, CGE, CLW/CHH) or Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (CLP), Red Cross First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer currently or by May 2013
Demonstrated ability to work with youth
For boating only: Must have experience in kayaking, canoeing, and sailing instruction on flat water and must have completed the Massachusetts Safe Boating Course or have equivalent boat experience

Food Service Assistants (CBB only)
Assist in preparing and serving three meals daily plus snacks. Clean and maintain kitchen and dining facilities. Uphold health and safety standards. Camp room and board provided or may opt to commute.

Must be at least 18 by Aug. 1, 2013
Work experience in food service is preferred
Team-players with a sense of responsibility
Ability to accept direction

Waterfront Directors (CBB only) & Pool Manager (CLP only)
Oversee, coordinate and facilitate all waterfront activities. Supervise waterfront and other staff at the waterfront. Assess waterfront skill levels of campers. Ensure safety. Work directly with girls and staff to provide age-appropriate water activities, instruction and opportunities.

Must be at least 21 by June 30, 2013
High school diploma/GED required with some college a plus
Must have experience as a lifeguard or swim instructor
Must have experience in kayaking, canoeing, and sailing instruction on flat water and must have completed the Massachusetts Safe Boating Course
Must have Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard Certification, Red Cross First Aid, and CPR for the Professional Rescuer currently or by May 2013.
Demonstrated ability to work with youth
Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving and rapid response skills

Health Supervisors (CBB & CGE only)
Oversee health and safety. Provide basic health care, health checks and first aid treatment to campers and staff. Perform emergency response. Store and administer medications. Manage and meet medical records requirements. Work under the direction of an off-site physician and in compliance with Department of Health standards. Camp room and board provided or may opt to commute.

Must be 21 by June 30, 2013
Must have Red Cross First Aid & CPR certification. Certifications such as LPN, RN or EMT preferred
Health care background is required
Demonstrated calm under pressure, rapid response and sound judgment
Demonstrated ability to engender confidence with parents, staff and campers

Program Coordinator (Camp Bonnie Brae only)
Provide administrative support. Assist with clerical duties (filing, phones, processing paperwork); inventory, purchasing and supplies, scheduling and customer service.

Administrative experience and skills required
Organized, detail-oriented with the ability to follow through independently
Valid driver’s license and good driving record required