Aquatics Director- Camp Butternut Springs Job at Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, Valparaiso, IN

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  • Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana
  • Valparaiso, IN

Job Description

Aquatics Director- Camp Butternut Springs  

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 Butternut Springs overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17.  

As the Aquatics Director, you will be critical to the success of the summer with the responsibility of supervising campers and staff in camp’s aquatic activities (pool, pond, creek and/or lakefront). In this role you will supervise lifeguarding staff and guide campers through progressive learning experiences and water-based program activities. 

Work Commitment:  

Dates: May 29- August 3 

  • Includes staff training 

  • Lifeguard training will take place prior to May 29 

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

  • Additional paid lifeguard work available on weekends in August and September 

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

  • Daily 2-hour break Monday-Thursday 

  • Saturdays off 

  • Staff who choose to commute rather than live on-site typically work 40 hours a week, between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.; actual daily shifts vary and will be determined in conversation with the Camp Director. 

Camp Staff Benefits:  

  • Pay: $140 per day ($130 per day if commuting) 

  • Included room and board 

  • Lifeguarding with First Aid and CPR certification  

  • 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 

  • Current First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certification (Preferred: Waterfront lifeguard certification) (Lifeguard certification training is available for candidates; however position is dependent on passing the Red Cross lifeguarding course, including the swimming pre-test.) 

  • Must be 21+ years old and possess a high school diploma or GED, 23+ with a valid driver’s license preferred.  

  • Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting 

  • Willingness to live and work 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 

  • Be an active member of the leadership team to provide cohesive teamwork & leadership opportunities, develop open communication, encourage positive peer relationships, and deliver support. 

  • Supervise and guard all aquatics activities, utilizing certifications, and emergency management as needed 

  • Provide quality water-based programming and lessons 

  • Act as instructor for boating programs such as canoeing, kayaking, and/or sailing 

  • Oversee campers during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events 

  • Supervise camps lifeguards, run lifeguard in-service trainings, and maintain water-based program and staff schedules 

  • Maintain responsibility for aquatics facilities, shower house, and equipment in regards to condition, readiness, and cleanliness 

  • Assist with other camp programs when aquatics areas are closed 

  • Other duties as assigned 

Apply today to join our summer camp team!

Job Tags

Summer work, Outdoor, Shift work, Sunday, Saturday,

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