Assistant Unit Leader; Bear Creek Aquatic Camp

About the camp

Bear Creek Aquatic Camp is a traditional overnight summer camp owned and operated by Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana. Located south of Benton, Kentucky, this 183-acre camp has 2.3 miles of shoreline on beautiful Kentucky Lake. Bear Creek offers campers a variety of aquatic sports including sailing, kayaking, canoeing, stand‑up paddle boarding, windsurfing, and swimming. Our program hosts Girl Scouts entering grades 4 through 12 with up to 70 campers per session.

Programs are run by paid camp staff and Girl Scout volunteers.

We are seeking enthusiastic Assistant Unit Leaders to provide the ultimate summer camp experience for our campers. The Assistant Unit Leaders plan and lead programs for a unit of Girl Scouts, typically composed of a group of 4 to 20 campers of similar ages. The Assistant Unit Leaders work in a Unit Team consisting of one or two Assistant Unit Leaders and a Unit Leader, who may be paid or volunteer staff, to provide care and supervision for campers round‑the‑clock.

Assistant Unit Leaders should be responsible, attentive, and the ultimate champion of fun! The ideal candidate will have experience supervising children and be the ultimate champion of fun. They will be invested in developing a camp culture that nourishes the health, personal growth, and skill‑development of campers, staff, and volunteers. Lifeguard certification or the ability to achieve certification during staff training is strongly preferred.

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As a member of the camp staff, you will play a vital role in creating a fun and safe environment for campers while enjoying the perks of room, board, and most meals during the camp season. With many traditional camp amenities provided on‑site, you'll immerse yourself in the camp experience, building lasting connections with both campers and fellow staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to foster personal growth while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.

The salary for the Assistant Unit Leader (Bear Creek Aquatic Camp) position is $2,633 for the entire summer season.

• Support Unit Leaders and colleagues in all capacities, including scheduling and leading programs and routines, managing camper behavior, and managing workload and time off.
• Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem‑solving in a group setting.
• Maintain communication with the Unit Leader regarding unit and camper status and needs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information regarding business affairs, programs, campers, or staff members.
• Interact daily with campers and work to provide a safe and consistent environment.
• Understand and know staff and campers—help them to respect the diversity of others and appreciate differences and similarities so that campers get the most out of their stay at camp.
• Communicate to provide clear, necessary instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Constantly supervise campers to make sure their emotional and physical needs are met.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Non‑traditional work hours are expected.
• Assistant Unit Leaders typically sleep with other unit staff separated from (but near) camper bunks with restrooms a short walk away.
• Bulk of activities occur outdoors.
• Daily exposure to various weather conditions, plants, and animals.
• Walk/hike several miles daily, at various grades, elevations, and on uneven terrain.
• Daily boating, swimming, and life guarding on Kentucky Lake.

• Must be certified (prepared to become certified during staff training) in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Youth Mental Health First Aid.
• Must be certified in Life Guarding before staff training;
  Waterfront module preferred.
• Other outdoor skills, art, programming, or environmental education experience are a plus.

• Previous Girl Scout or camp experience or knowledge preferred.
• Completion of Junior Counselor internship and/or Counselor‑in‑Training program preferred.

• 18+ years of age by June 1, 2025.
• Meet state, federal, and ACA requirements for summer camp employment.
• Strong…