Current Job dates:
Currently recruiting for the season that runs from June 14th, 2025 to August 25th, 2025.
- Alongside 1 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 8-10 campers per program and help each camper adjust and become used to other campers and camp life.
- Create and implement a camp schedule that includes camping and leadership skills for becoming a staff member, based on the needs of participants and the curriculum developed by GSOSW and GSUSA.
- Work with unit staff to supervise and evaluate the leadership abilities of leadership campers during their unit/program area time.
- Evaluate campers' progress in the leadership camp program and make recommendations for each camper's future development.
- Responsible for the health and safety conditions of campers and staff in the unit.
- Serve as a resource for program skills.
- Facilitate camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
- Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire and teach these skills to the leadership campers.
- At least 18 years of age (21+ preferred)
- Experience working in an overnight camp setting (preferred)
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
- Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
- Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Ensure the safety of pool/lake users/swimmers. Enforce water safety policies in alignment with lifeguard training.
- Ensuring that all safety standards set by Girl Scouts and the American Camp Association are met at all times.
- Set up, maintain, and close swimming area for use during camp.
- Assisting in the training of staff during pre-camp in program activities.
- Work with units to schedule program area time and activities.
- Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week and help each camper adjust and become used to other campers and camp life.
- Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire.
- Request needed program supplies and equipment within budget limitations.
- At least 16 years of age for Camp Arrowhead.
- At least 18 years of age for Camp Cleawox.
- Lifeguard certification from a recognized body.
- Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
- Skill and a passion for swimming and water-related activities.
- Strong swimmer. Able to pass the physical requirements of lifeguarding certification.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Food handlers permit as required by the specific county and state.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Provide excellent customer service as you support the troops who will be onsite during the beginning of each session.
- Ensure that they are oriented to camp, know their schedule and where to report and when, checking in on them often.
- Lead activities and program areas for the troop campers as needed.
- Keep the team and camp director informed of unit and/or program area issues for Troop Camp.
- Take photos around camp each week, collect and compile pictures taken by staff and upload them to the camp SmugMug on a weekly basis.
- Maintains the camp trading post.
- Purchase supplies as necessary, within budget. Check incoming supplies against orders and invoices.
- At least 21 years of age. (preferred)
- At least one year in an organized camp setting or other equivalent work with children.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, skills, and passion in a variety of camp programs.
- Child and Adult First Aid/CPR and AED certification or higher.
- Food handlers Permit required by specific county and state.
- Aquatic or challenge certifications as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain, indoors and outdoors.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Supervision of the administrative staff team alongside the Camp Director
- Alongside the Camp Director, ensuring that camp operations are in compliance with standards set by Girl Scouts, the American Camp Association, the local health department etc.
- Developing and approving schedules for each week in collaboration with the administrative team, which includes approval for staff breaks and time off
- Reviewing camper rosters and health forms week-to-week, identifying and planning for camper needs
- Assisting the Camp Director in daily communication with contracted kitchen staff
- Purchasing supplies as necessary, within budget.
- Checking incoming supplies against orders and invoices.
- Maintaining files and documents and reports, as required.
- Occasionally covering in units or leading program areas as needed.
- Being responsible for running camp in the absence of the camp director.
- At least 21 years of age. (preferred)
- At least one year in an organized camp setting or other equivalent work with children.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, skills, and passion in a variety of camp programs.
- Child and Adult First Aid/CPR and AED certification or higher.
- Food handlers Permit required by specific county and state.
- Aquatic or challenge certifications as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain, indoors and outdoors.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Supervise, support, and evaluate assigned unit staff and program specialists.
- Assist with camp, including living in the unit, housekeeping, and programs.
- Ensure quality program activities are planned with campers and delivered responsibly.
- Ensure all units and program areas run smoothly and safely, per Girl Scout and American Camp Association policies and procedures.
- Keep the team and camp director informed of site, unit, and/or program area issues.
- Serve as a resource for program skills and camp knowledge, including leading activities.
- Work with other senior staff in coordinating all site programs.
- Purchase supplies as necessary, within budget. Check incoming supplies against orders and invoices.
- At least 21 years of age. (preferred)
- At least one year in an organized camp setting or other equivalent work with children.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, skills, and passion in a variety of camp programs.
- Child and Adult First Aid/CPR and AED certification or higher.
- Food handlers Permit required by specific county and state.
- Aquatic or challenge certifications as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain, indoors and outdoors.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Leading the activities in their assigned program area(s) for up to 100 campers a week.
- Developing and delivering activities that support the accomplishment of program goals, including the earning of Girl Scout recognitions.
- Ensuring that all safety standards set by Girl Scouts and the American Camp Association are met at all times.
- Assisting in the training of staff during pre-camp in program activities.
- Set up, maintain, and close program areas for use during camp.
- Working with units to schedule program area time and activities.
- Living in a unit with 2-3 other staff and 10-12 campers, taking on a primary caregiver role in those units when not in their assigned program areas.
- Leading and participating in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire.
- Request needed program supplies and equipment within budget limitations.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Certification or documented training and experience in one or more of the following: archery, small craft safety (canoe, kayaks, rowboats), adventure challenge/leadership/belay, crafts, and/or nature with a willingness to gain skill in other areas.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
- Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
- Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Alongside 2-3 other staff, act as the primary caregiver for 10-12 campers per week and help each camper adjust and become used to other campers and camp life.
- Lead and participate in camp culture activities such as games, songs, family-style meals, and campfire.
- Assist in guiding the individual campers to participate in group camp activities and participating with them.
- Responsible for the health and safety of campers in the unit; carry out health and safety regulations.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with a team of co-counselors and admin staff to provide programs and other activities within the unit.
- Facilitate camper-led planning of group activities and experiences in the unit.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, or skill, and a passion for a variety of camp programs.
- Possess or can obtain Child and Adult CPR/First Aid certification or higher.
- Possess or able to obtain a food handlers card required by the specific county and state.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Responsible for day-to-day health needs of campers, including administering medication and evaluating and treating minor injuries or illnesses.
- Working alongside the Camp Director to determine whether a camper needs external care, as needed.
- Reviewing the rosters and health forms each week, identifying any outstanding camper medical and dietary needs and making calls to caregivers to make care plans.
- Communicating care plans to appropriate staff members as needed.
- Inventorying and stocking the health station of camp, ensuring that the camp is well stocked with basic first aid supplies and over the counter medications.
- Keeping the health station cleaned and maintained, including doing laundry as needed
- Maintaining accurate and up to date health and medication logs, alongside all required paperwork pertaining to health and safety, per ACA and Girl Scout standards.
- Communicating medical incidents from the week to caregivers during check-out
- Purchase supplies as necessary, within budget. Check incoming supplies against orders and invoices.
- Keep camp director and assistant camp director informed of health and safety issues.
- At least 21 years of age. (preferred)
- At least one year in an organized camp setting or other equivalent work with children.
- Experience working with children, young adults, and adults.
- Interest, knowledge, skills, and passion in a variety of camp programs.
- Child and Adult First Aid/CPR and AED certification or higher.
- Food handlers Permit required by specific county and state.
- Aquatic or challenge certifications as necessary.
- Valid driver’s license in good standing and acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Walking and standing up to 80% of the time on flat or uneven terrain, indoors and outdoors.
- Stooping, squatting, and bending.
- Reaching overhead and below shoulder level.
- Leadership experience
- Program management
- Teamwork & Collaboration
- Working with diverse groups
- Curriculum delivery and development
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Camp Arrowhead, Stevenson, WA: Located at the base of Dog Mountain and Wind Mountain in the Columbia River Gorge, Camp Arrowhead has 260 acres of forest, meadows, trails, a pool, and a lake with varied terrain and dramatic views. Camp Arrowhead activities include hiking, canoeing, climbing wall, archery, a swimming pool, and various off-camp activities and trips.
- Camp Cleawox, Florence, OR: Located on a wooded peninsula in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area by the Oregon coast, Camp Cleawox is surrounded by Lake Cleawox and the Honeyman Memorial State Park sand dunes. This 47-acre site is situated on a freshwater lake near the beach. It features activities such as sandboarding, kayaking, archery, low ropes course, canoeing, and swimming in the lake and various off-camp activities and trips.
Leadership Camp Specialist
$85.83 - $95.83 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at both of our beautiful Camp properties.
Lifeguard
$85.83 - $95.83 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington is looking for talented and dedicated Lifeguards for our summer overnight camps who love the camp experience and are passionate about the Girl Scouts mission. In this role, you’ll teach girls new skills, keep them safe as they explore camp experiences, and ensure they have a session full of wonderful memories and camp magic.
As a Lifeguard at Girl Scouts overnight camp, you'll spend your days supervising swimmers at the pool or lake and may be asked to canoe, kayak, or do other boating activities with a group. As camp staff, you’ll live and work in rustic resident camp settings from June 22 through August 25. Shower and toilet facilities are separate from cabins and could include non-flush toilets and dormitory-style showers. Most of your time will be spent in the great outdoors leading and participating in fun activities with girls.
$85.83 to $95.83 per day ($515 to $575 per week), plus a $400 retention bonus for completing the season
Camp staff are paid a daily rate based on the position, applicable certifications, and previous experience in that role.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Certifications and permits - possess or able to obtain by June 22, 2025. Must be valid and not expired.
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring lifeguards at both of our beautiful Camp properties.
Troop Camp Coordinator
$93.33 - $103.33 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+ $400 retention bonus for completing the season
Responsibilities:
Requirements/Qualifications for all positions:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at our two beautiful Camp properties.
Assistant Camp Director
$107.50 - $117.50 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
The Assistant Camp Director works closely with the Camp Director to facilitate daily camp operations and head the staff team. Specific responsibilities will vary based on the needs of the camp and Camp Director, but often include:
Requirements/Qualifications:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at our two beautiful Camp properties.
Program Coordinator
$93.33 - $103.33 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
Program Coordinator responsibilities:
Requirements/Qualifications:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at our two beautiful Camp properties.
Program Specialist
$75.83 - $85.83 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
Most program specialists carry more than one specialty area, which could include Boating, STEM or Nature, Archery, Arts and Crafts, Climbing Wall, etc. Program Specialists are responsible for:
Requirements:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at both of our beautiful Camp properties.
Unit Counselor
$75.83 - $85.83 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
+$400 retention bonus for completing the season!
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at both of our beautiful Camp properties.
Health Coordinator
$107.50 - $117.50 / day
Camp Arrowhead,
Camp Cleawox
Minimum Qualification: an advanced first-aid certification past general First Aid and CPR. (examples include: Wilderness First Aid, Wilderness First Responder, RN, LPN, EMT etc.)
Responsibilities:
Requirements/Qualifications for all positions:
Transferable Skills: Working at camp is a great opportunity to develop valuable professional skills, including:
Locations: We are hiring for multiple roles at our two beautiful Camp properties.
How to Apply
Please apply online through our Careers Page https://girlscoutsosw.bamboohr.com/careers
Contact Info
- Human Resources
- HR@girlscoutsosw.org
- (503) 977-6866
- www.girlscoutsosw.org
