Job Details
Job Location
Washington, DC – Washington, DC
Position Type
Seasonal
Job Category
Nonprofit – Social Services
Camp Staff or Superhero?
Take a moment to imagine making a difference in the life of a child. Empower campers to make decisions, become independent, and be proud of who they are. That’s what we do each summer at sleep-away camp! If you’re passionate about youth development, enjoy the outdoors, and want to encourage campers to discover the best versions of themselves, then Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital sleep-away camps may be for you!
Multiple Opportunities!
- Business and Logistics Director – May 25 – August 13 (flexible scheduling available) : Responsible for the overall business and financial operation of the camp. Learn, understand, and practice risk assessment around camp; supervise the operation of the camp office; oversee the camp finances. Salary starts at $525 a week for residential staff and $14.50 per hour for commuter staff.
- Office Specialist – May 29 – August 13 (flexible scheduling available): Assist in keeping camp office clean, organized, and stocked with supplies, salary starts at $405 a week for residential staff and $12 per hour for commuter staff.
Is this you?
- Passionate about youth leadership
- Excellent with children, ages 5-17, and equally skilled at working with adults of all ages
- Sensitive to people of other cultures and all abilities
- Collaborative
- Love being outdoors and willing to work outdoors in the heat, humidity, and rain
- Prepared to live on-site during employment in rustic cabin accommodations (no electricity, internet, or flushing toilets)
- Aren’t bothered by dirt, bugs, or sunscreen
- Looking for a summer job
Some of the Perks
- Room, board, and laundry facilities provided for residential staff
- Paid pre-camp training and professional development
- Free certification in CPR/First Aid and other activities dependent on position (lifeguarding, archery, etc.)
- Networking opportunities and a chance to work with staff from across the country and world
- Ample time off
- Skill development in leadership, communication, problem-solving, behavior management, creativity, and more
- A summer outdoors in the woods without screens!
- Memories and friendships to last a lifetime
- The opportunity to create a positive impact on the youth of today
About Camp Winona
Camp Winona allows girls in grades K-11 to explore the wonders of the outdoors in a fun, safe, traditional camp setting. Located 35 miles southeast of Washington, DC, in Hughesville, MD, Winona offers a wide variety of programs ranging from weeklong themed specialty activities to two-night minicamps. Winona is owned and operated by Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, the largest Girl Scout council in the country. This summer, following our enhanced health and safety guidelines, girls will safely explore all camp has to offer, including swimming in the pool, tie-dying, exploring nature, teambuilding challenges, and taking aim at target sports.
For more information and other sleep-away camp employment opportunities, go to http://www.gscnc.org/workatcamp.
Have questions before applying? Email Lynn “Lazer” Weikel at lweikel@gscnc.org