Arts & Crafts Specialist - Camp Tuckaho

Job Details: Job Location: Camp Tuckaho

• Troy, MO, Position Type: Camp , Education Level: None, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Nonprofit
• Social Services, The Arts & Crafts Specialist assists in the development and delivery of arts and crafts programming. They oversee the management of the arts and crafts area and equipment. They assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the camp director. Overnight Camp employment is seasonal, with dates of employment May-August. Employment will be at Camp Tuckaho in Troy, Missouri. This position lives on site for the duration of the overnight camp program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

and ACCOUNTABILITIES Assists with general office duties as assigned Sustains an environment which supports physical and emotional safety for campers and staff. Establishes and maintains good relationships with campers. Assists with camp closing and completes other closing tasks as delegated Assists with camp set up and preparations prior to the arrival of campers to ensure a prepared, welcoming environment for campers and parents each session.

Assumes check-in duties as delegated Reviews unit roster and Camper Information Forms prior to the arrival of campers, maintains confidentiality of information, and assists in ensuring campers see health services staff as scheduled. Develops and delivers arts and crafts programs to align with camp goals Assist in the management, care, and inventory of arts and crafts supplies Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the arts and crafts area Assist the Program Director in planning All Camp Activities Responsible for scheduling groups for Arts & Crafts with the Program Director and Unit Leaders Set a good example to campers and others in regard to general camp procedures and practices including sanitation, schedule, and sportsmanship.

Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior. May live in a unit with campers as needed QUALIFICATIONS Meets GSUSA membership requirements and attained the minimum age of 18 Abides by national and local Girl Scout policies, standards and procedures and American Camp Association standards and procedures Has successful experience working with groups of children Has strong outdoor living skills (or willingness to obtain skills) and the ability to teach outdoor skills to campers Has demonstrated leadership, good judgment, maturity, flexibility, and ability to maintain positive attitude Has energy, stamina, and the ability to maintain patience and enjoy group living in the out of doors Has current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certifications or the willingness and ability to obtain REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS If your position requires you drive an average of one (1) day per week or more, you must possess a valid state driver’s license and a driving record that is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS While performing the duties of this job, the employee: Is required to talk and hear, stand, and walk, and is frequently very active which often requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. Is required to reach with hands and arms Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds EXPOSURES Work is performed in a normal indoor environment with limited exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust AND work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dirt and/or dust.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION: At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we are committed to our future and what that looks like for all girls everywhere. We recognize that each employee and each member have unique experiences, perspectives, identities, and viewpoints that add value to our inclusive community.

We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. MISSION OF GIRL SCOUTING: Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. All employees are expected to fully support the work and mission of the organization. Qualifications: