Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan
Day Camp Assistant Director - Kalamazoo
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 49006
Day Camp Assistant Director - Kalamazoo
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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan provided pay range This range is provided by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $16.00/hr - $16.00/hr
Position Summary/Objective Are you interested in making the world a better place? By working as the Day Camp Director, you will serve in a leadership role to change the lives of local Girl Scouts in the greater Kalamazoo community. In this role, you’ll coordinate lesson plans for 8 weeks of engaging experiences for girls, ensuring that every day is different, and every week brings new adventure. You’ll get a breath of fresh air while interacting with young people outdoors. The Day Camp Director will be a positive role model for staff and day campers. With the Assistant Director, Day Camp Director will also ensure the happiness and safety of the girls who attend Day Camp, keep daily and weekly functions of day camp running up to the standards of GSHOM, and assist in overseeing the job performance of the Day Camp staff.
Essential Job Functions
Ability to lead in Camp Director’s absence. Able to complete daily and weekly paperwork and reports as needed. Fulfill the requirements for each weekly program.
Assist in the daily functions of the day camp operations.
Be able to put together program activities that meet the requirements listed in the Summer Camp Guide.
Assure campers are properly supervised and safe at all times.
Be aware of and implement safety guidelines stated by the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.
Supervise the day camp counseling staff to ensure that the program needs are achieved.
Able to handle any type of conflict that may arise between counselors, parents, and between campers.
Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
Responsible for providing the day camp staff with the resources they need to ensure the quality of the program such as planned activities that match the weekly program.
Actively able to participate in all program areas as needed.
Provide a weekly meeting with the staff to discuss program quality, any concerns, staff check in, and if the staff needs support in other areas.
Assist in the pre-day camp training and the post-camp close up.
Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.
Ensure that campers receive their medication as needed.
Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with the camp director when appropriate.
Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to Camp Director. Able to be the health officer when needed.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures that are set by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.
Set a good example to campers, staff, and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, active involvement, and daily functions of Day Camp.
Represent the camp and GSHOM when interacting with parents or community members.
Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp and GSHOM.
Other Job Duties
Must be able to understand and work with the mission of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM), which is: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
Provide supervision for campers while campers are transported to and from camp or during scheduled field trips off of camp property.
Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.
Provide daily and weekly program information to the Camp Director. Be able to provide a list of supplies and needs for the upcoming weeks to the Camp Director within the allotted time required by the Camp Director.
Pull reports for camp rosters and be responsible for providing camp related materials to parents via email.
Relationships The Assistant Day Camp Director will oversee alongside the Camp Director the daily counselor staff and assist with programming needs.
Equipment Used Understand the equipment that is used during daily use, such as the stove, oven, and the use of sanitation chemicals. Understand how to use equipment that may be used for program needs.
Qualifications (Minimum Education And Experience)
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR. (Level 2)
Must submit health history record and form prior to first day of work.
Ability to interact with all age levels.
Ability to submit information for background checks.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Understanding of the development needs of youth.
Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas.
Physical Aspects of the Job
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
Ability to observe staff and camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Physical Requirements This position requires that a staff member is able to actively participate within program needs. Must have the ability to be outside with girls, ensure their safety during activities. Must be able to navigate a variety of terrains for extended periods of time, remain actively aware of the surroundings and safety during all activities. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
Compensation Wages start at $16/hour
Locations & employment dates Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo Regional Center Day Camp: June 1st - August 14th, 2026
Organizational Values
Integrity: Our People are hardworking, honest, effective communicators, and take responsibility for actions and outcomes, even when no one’s watching.
Positive Mindset & Attitude: Our People choose to perceive and react through a lens of empathy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and helpfulness while being passionate, solution-oriented, service-minded, and driving towards goals.
Unquestionable Excellence: Our People actively take initiative to fulfill our mission and are willing to work hard to bring our vision to life through resilience, determination, inspiration, personal growth and continuous learning.
Mission Driven: Our People are inclusive and care deeply about girl development. In partnership with stakeholders throughout the organization, they utilize strategic planning and patience to move strategy and the mission forward.
Collaborative Changemaker: Our People are intentionally present and forward thinkers dedicated to inspiring others and sharing skills through mentoring, service leadership, practicing radical candor, taking risks, intentional youth development, who are open to change and feedback.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan provided pay range This range is provided by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $16.00/hr - $16.00/hr
Position Summary/Objective Are you interested in making the world a better place? By working as the Day Camp Director, you will serve in a leadership role to change the lives of local Girl Scouts in the greater Kalamazoo community. In this role, you’ll coordinate lesson plans for 8 weeks of engaging experiences for girls, ensuring that every day is different, and every week brings new adventure. You’ll get a breath of fresh air while interacting with young people outdoors. The Day Camp Director will be a positive role model for staff and day campers. With the Assistant Director, Day Camp Director will also ensure the happiness and safety of the girls who attend Day Camp, keep daily and weekly functions of day camp running up to the standards of GSHOM, and assist in overseeing the job performance of the Day Camp staff.
Essential Job Functions
Ability to lead in Camp Director’s absence. Able to complete daily and weekly paperwork and reports as needed. Fulfill the requirements for each weekly program.
Assist in the daily functions of the day camp operations.
Be able to put together program activities that meet the requirements listed in the Summer Camp Guide.
Assure campers are properly supervised and safe at all times.
Be aware of and implement safety guidelines stated by the Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.
Supervise the day camp counseling staff to ensure that the program needs are achieved.
Able to handle any type of conflict that may arise between counselors, parents, and between campers.
Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes.
Responsible for providing the day camp staff with the resources they need to ensure the quality of the program such as planned activities that match the weekly program.
Actively able to participate in all program areas as needed.
Provide a weekly meeting with the staff to discuss program quality, any concerns, staff check in, and if the staff needs support in other areas.
Assist in the pre-day camp training and the post-camp close up.
Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff.
Provide the daily care of each camper within your supervision including recognition of personal health needs.
Ensure that campers receive their medication as needed.
Be alert to campers and staff needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems; discuss with the camp director when appropriate.
Be alert to equipment and facilities to ensure utilization, proper care, and maintenance is adhered to; report repairs needed promptly to Camp Director. Able to be the health officer when needed.
Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
Follow and uphold all safety and security rules and procedures that are set by Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan.
Set a good example to campers, staff, and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, active involvement, and daily functions of Day Camp.
Represent the camp and GSHOM when interacting with parents or community members.
Provide parents appropriate feedback and information as needed for their campers to have a successful camp experience.
Follow safety and security protocols when campers are in public while presenting a positive image of the camp and GSHOM.
Other Job Duties
Must be able to understand and work with the mission of Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan (GSHOM), which is: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place.
Provide supervision for campers while campers are transported to and from camp or during scheduled field trips off of camp property.
Contribute to verbal and written evaluations and communication as requested.
Provide daily and weekly program information to the Camp Director. Be able to provide a list of supplies and needs for the upcoming weeks to the Camp Director within the allotted time required by the Camp Director.
Pull reports for camp rosters and be responsible for providing camp related materials to parents via email.
Relationships The Assistant Day Camp Director will oversee alongside the Camp Director the daily counselor staff and assist with programming needs.
Equipment Used Understand the equipment that is used during daily use, such as the stove, oven, and the use of sanitation chemicals. Understand how to use equipment that may be used for program needs.
Qualifications (Minimum Education And Experience)
Must be 21 years of age or older
Must be able to obtain or become certified in First Aid/CPR. (Level 2)
Must submit health history record and form prior to first day of work.
Ability to interact with all age levels.
Ability to submit information for background checks.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Understanding of the development needs of youth.
Ability to relate to youth and adults in a positive manner.
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in designated camp program areas.
Physical Aspects of the Job
Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.
Ability to observe staff and camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the activity.
Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
Physical Requirements This position requires that a staff member is able to actively participate within program needs. Must have the ability to be outside with girls, ensure their safety during activities. Must be able to navigate a variety of terrains for extended periods of time, remain actively aware of the surroundings and safety during all activities. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
Compensation Wages start at $16/hour
Locations & employment dates Kalamazoo: Kalamazoo Regional Center Day Camp: June 1st - August 14th, 2026
Organizational Values
Integrity: Our People are hardworking, honest, effective communicators, and take responsibility for actions and outcomes, even when no one’s watching.
Positive Mindset & Attitude: Our People choose to perceive and react through a lens of empathy, enthusiasm, curiosity, and helpfulness while being passionate, solution-oriented, service-minded, and driving towards goals.
Unquestionable Excellence: Our People actively take initiative to fulfill our mission and are willing to work hard to bring our vision to life through resilience, determination, inspiration, personal growth and continuous learning.
Mission Driven: Our People are inclusive and care deeply about girl development. In partnership with stakeholders throughout the organization, they utilize strategic planning and patience to move strategy and the mission forward.
Collaborative Changemaker: Our People are intentionally present and forward thinkers dedicated to inspiring others and sharing skills through mentoring, service leadership, practicing radical candor, taking risks, intentional youth development, who are open to change and feedback.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other
Industries
Individual and Family Services
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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