Waterfront Assistant (Bear Creek Aquatic Camp)

About the camp

Bear Creek Aquatic Camp is a traditional overnight summer camp owned and operated by Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana. Located south of Benton, Kentucky, this 183-acre camp has 2.3 miles of shoreline on beautiful Kentucky Lake. Bear Creek offers campers a variety of aquatic sports including sailing, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing, and swimming. Our program hosts Girl Scouts entering grades 4 through 12 with up to 70 campers per session. Programs are run by paid camp staff and Girl Scout volunteers.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Waterfront Assistant to provide the ultimate summer camp experience for our campers by life guarding at our beach waterfront on Kentucky Lake. The Waterfront Assistant will teach swimming lessons and games at specified times. This role will also provide daily supervision of campers outside of the waterfront area. The ideal candidate will be invested in developing a camp culture that nourishes the health, personal growth, and skill-development of campers, staff, and volunteers. APPLY TODAY!

Benefits

As a member of the camp staff, you will play a vital role in creating a fun and safe environment for campers while enjoying the perks of room, board, and most meals during the camp season. With many traditional camp amenities provided on-site, you'll immerse yourself in the camp experience, building lasting connections with both campers and fellow staff. This position offers a unique opportunity to foster personal growth while enjoying a vibrant community atmosphere.

Compensation

The salary for the Waterfront Assistant (Bear Creek Aquatic Camp) position is $2,633 for the entire summer season.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall safety of campers, and staff using swimming equipment.
• Lifeguard for swimming activities in accordance with ACA and American Red Cross guidelines.
• Instruct and enforce waterfront safety measures for every person in camp in accordance with GSUSA Safety Activity Checkpoints and American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Communicate to provide clear, necessary instruction to participants of all ages and skill levels.
• Perform daily safety checks and checks of the health of equipment, facilities, and programs and work with Waterfront Director to communicate maintenance needs.
• Evaluate aquatic abilities for every person in camp by administering a swim proficiency test.
• Participate in emergency drills.
• Other duties as assigned.

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