Seasonal Program Specialist - Camp Gallahue

Who We Are

Girl Scouts of Central Indiana embrace an inclusive culture. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion across all identities. We are committed to continual learning and to a culture of safety and wellbeing in which individuality is celebrated and everyone is valued and respected. Everyone is welcome to bring their authentic selves into our space.

The Program Specialist will support the Camp Directors & Leads in delivering a safe, knowledgeable, and learning camp experience.

• Deliver Girl Scout program to units and girls.
• Conduct program planning and delivery.
• Help to create new and exciting programs.
• Teach appreciation of the outdoors.
• Guide activities and experiences through use of girl-leader planning, and the Girl Scout program.
• Coordinates program activities for specific areas.
• Work with Campers, Aides, Volunteer Directors, Volunteer Staff, and other Staff.
• Assume responsibility for physical health and safety and the mental welfare of the campers.
• Be responsible for unit cleaning/activity at the end of each session and at the end of camp.
• Act as ambassador for the unit and activity area.
• Assist Tag Staff, Math and Science Center, and Kitchen Staff when not facilitating program activity/planning.
• Keep records and make reports as required.
• Makes every effort to have a strong, cohesive program to provide the best program and atmosphere for the campers.
• Follow camp rules and regulations.
• Helps with when needed at other camp activities, help in the kitchen with cleaning up and serving when needed.
• Cleans and stores equipment at end of summer.
• These are not the only duties to be performed. Some duties may be reassessed, and other duties may be assigned as required.
• Foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and amongst the membership.

Conflict Management – Anticipates, prevents, and resolves conflicts while maintaining productive working relationships. Problem-Solving – Identifies and analyzes existing and potential problems systematically and thoroughly. Judgment and Decision-Making – Recognizes when immediate action is required and makes decisions where appropriate. Fostering Diversity – Understands and embraces differences and encourages unique contributions. Adaptability – Adjusts, modifies own behavior, and remains flexible in response to changing situations and environments.

• Experience working with children.
• Possess management and organizational skills.
• Ability to teach and guide campers.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff and campers.
• Possess enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, and self-control.
• Ability to work independently and/or on teams.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Background Check will be required.
• Must hold membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Ability to stand on your feet for an extended period. Ability to lift to 40 pounds. Ability to tolerate exposure to seasonal weather conditions.