Unit Leader- Camp Juniper Knoll - Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana

Unit Leader- Camp Juniper Knoll

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2025 camp staff today! Our Camp Juniper Knoll overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for campers ages 5-17.  

As a Unit Leader, you will be critical to the success of the summer as part of the leadership team and the first-line resource for problem solving for campers and counselors. In this role you will supervise and guide campers and counselors through progressive learning experiences and live on site in a camper unit. 

Work Commitment: 

Dates: May 29-August 3

• Includes staff training 

• Camp is closed June 19 and July 3-5; these days are unpaid 

Weekly Schedule: 11:00 a.m. Sunday-7:00 p.m. Friday 

• Daily 2-hour break Monday-Thursday 

• Saturdays off 

Camp Staff Benefits: 

• Pay: $135 per day 

• Included room and board 

• First Aid and CPR certification 

• Optional Archery, Lifeguard, and Aquatic Small Craft training available if interested 

• Access to GSGCNWI Employee Assistance Program 

Qualifications: 

• 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 

• Must be 19 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED; 21 preferred 

• 1-3 years experience working with children in a camp or similar setting 

• Prior experience in a leadership role 

• Willingness to work and live 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 

Responsibilities: 

• 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 participate in first night camper planning, scheduling, and provide assistance as appropriate  

• Knowledgeable with schedule, activities, and needs of the campers’ programs, and capable of taking over as primary facilitator for the program. Expected to participate enthusiastically in activities.  

• Be present with camper group(s) throughout the camp day and night. Covers breaks and absences of Unit Counselors, including duties assigned to that counselor by the camp office (Example: swimming “watcher” duty).    

• Assume responsibility for the physical health and safety and the mental welfare of the campers, especially regarding appropriate and diligent use of sunscreen and bug spray; washing hands before every meal; getting enough food, water, and rest; daily brushing of teeth and showers; and awareness of sniffles, coughs, rashes, sores, blisters, and scratching.   

• Act as first-level advisor for counselors who have camper challenges and concerns 

• Listen to and advise staff members regarding personal issues as needed, serving as their advocate and mentor 

• Other duties as assigned 

Apply today to join our summer camp team!

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