Summer Sleepaway 2024 at Camp Kaufmann
Unit Manager

Position Description

The Unit Manager is responsible for the coordination and care of Girl Scout campers and daily camp life. They supervise and assist Unit Counselors in facilitating activities, helping campers achieve their badge work goals, and developing camper appreciation for the outdoors. They will act in accordance with the New York Department of Health (NYDOH), Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), and the American Camp Association (ACA) standards while being passionate about the mission of Girl Scouting and the positive impact of camp.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the health and safety of 15-30 campers living within the assigned housing unit, including the management of Camper Care Plans.
  • Stay overnight in a unit with campers, helping them learn to care for and respect themselves and others.
  • Supervise and support 3-9 Unit Counselors within the assigned housing unit.
  • Facilitate cross-team communication, especially with the Camp Leadership Team, coordinating breaks and advocating for Unit Counselors.
  • Willingness to work with Camp Leadership to lead specialized training sessions during staff training week.
  • Coordinate and support the Unit’s weekly theme and badge activities. Track badge requirement completion and ensure Girl Scouts are prepared for their badgework showcase.
  • Work with Unit Counselors to develop a team so all share in the total unit program and responsibilities.
  • Assist in operating activities as needed under the direction of the Assistant Camp Director.
  • Assist in teaching activities using the Girl Scout Leadership Experience; training will be provided.
  • Apply behavior management techniques to conflicts between children when necessary and know when to seek the help of the camp Social Worker/Inclusion Specialist.
  • Manage and assist in maintaining unit housekeeping, sanitation, and care of unit supplies, including unit first aid kit.
  • Assist in keeping records and preparing reports as required.
  • Live on camp property for the duration of summer employment.
  • Help ensure that the camp meets ACA and NYSDOH standards; training provided.
  • Assist campers and guide staff in emergency situations; training is provided.
  • Enthusiastically participate in all aspects of camp, including staff training, structured and unstructured activities, team building, and debriefing.
  • Subscribe to the mission and values of the Girl Scouts by becoming a member.
  • Provide excellent customer service to other staff members, campers, caregivers, and other visitors to camp.
  • Demonstrate quick thinking and sound problem-solving techniques.
  • Model and teach good health practices for all staff and campers.
  • Excellent communicator, calm under pressure, and works as a team player.
  • Set a good example for campers and staff regarding cleanliness, punctuality, respect, appropriate language, attire, etc.
  • Comply with all personnel policies communicated in staff training and staff manual.
  • Meet and communicate with the Assistant Camp Director daily.
  • Prepare an end-of-season report detailing the strong points and weak points of this position and suggestions for improvements.
  • Accept other tasks and responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Assistant Camp Director and Camp Director.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Be at least 20 years of age.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of one year experience working with youth.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage challenging behavioral situations with youth effectively.
  • Clearance through the Sex Offender Registry and Criminal Background Check.
  • Willingness to prioritize the needs of Girl Scouts and Camp Kaufmann.
  • Desire and ability to provide care to children and peers in an outdoor environment.
  • The acceptance and understanding that employment is at a sleepaway (overnight) camp and that work hours are irregular. Candidates must live on-site and be available to work for the entire summer season (June 23rd – August 11th).
  • Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, integrity, self-control, and an ability to adapt well to changing situations.
  • Possess the strength and endurance required to succeed in a Sleepaway camp environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience supervising others.
  • Prior camp/outdoors experience and/or interest in the Girl Scout Program and Leadership Experience.

 

Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Ability to lift 40 pounds.
  • Good health and the stamina necessary to work in a camp setting.
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time while leading programming.
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing may all be a part of daily tasks.

 

Required
Candidates must be available to attend ALL trainings as needed (June 23rd – July 6th) in preparation for the summer program and work for the ENTIRE 5 weeks of camp and clean up (July 7th – August 11th). Additional certification classes may also be required. Those applicants who cannot attend these training dates will NOT be considered.

Compensation

  • $90 - $110 per diem rate range (based on experience and certifications)
  • Room and board while at camp.
  • Time off: Friday evening to Saturday evening each week.

 

No phone calls, please.
The Girl Scouts of Greater New York are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this description. Any essential function or requirement of this job will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent or applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation(s) for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent or applicant when possible.