Nature Specialist
Mendham, NJ Mendham, NJ Temporary Temporary $103 a day $103 a day 5 days ago 5 days ago 5 days ago Girl Scouts of Northern New Jersey is looking for energetic, fun, organized, and caring staff for the Summer 2023 Season! Camp Jockey Hollow, a summer day camp located in Mendham, New Jersey, has 212 beautiful acres of land with pristine hiking trails, a large swimming pool, low ropes challenge course, zip lines, an equestrian center, archery range and more.
Nature Specialist
Responsibilities:
Schedule and develop age appropriate programs and activities in nature Maintain strict safety procedures set forth by GSNNJ Attend pre-camp training and conduct training to staff on activities Create and distribute samples of available nature programs with directions to unit leaders Maintain communication with Unit Leaders, Counselors, and Junior Counselors regarding camper behavior and supervision Instruct and support a group of up to 10 girls, providing fun, informative, and skill building nature-based lessons Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of nature center Conduct safety orientation of equipment and safety procedures Provide resources for unit staff to develop unit nature games, lessons, and programs Maintain files of ideas and directions of nature programs Write and submit a seasonal report and evaluation of the season's nature program activities Teach campers archery and slingshot lessons as needed Promote high camper and staff morale Document and diligently report any health and welfare concerns to the Camp Health Supervisor Perform other duties as assigned Nature Specialist
Qualifications:
Must be 18
years of age Certification in Archery or willingness to obtain via training and certification by camp prior to camp season Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere Knowledge and skills in nature activities including but not limited to exploration, astronomy, water studies, outdoor cooking, hiking, and fire building Ability to teach skills to campers of all ages and staff in a safe, inclusive, creative, and fun way Ability to use sound judgement surrounding safety procedures Must be attentive and timely Regularly speak, read, write, interpret, and respond to words in the English language Must be able to communicate well with other staff and community partners Membership in GSUSA is required for the duration of contracted employment period Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds First Aid and CPR certified or willingness to obtain prior to camp beginning Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.
Job Type:
Temporary Pay:
$103.
00 per day
Benefits:
Referral program Schedule:
Monday to Friday Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Nature Specialist
Responsibilities:
Schedule and develop age appropriate programs and activities in nature Maintain strict safety procedures set forth by GSNNJ Attend pre-camp training and conduct training to staff on activities Create and distribute samples of available nature programs with directions to unit leaders Maintain communication with Unit Leaders, Counselors, and Junior Counselors regarding camper behavior and supervision Instruct and support a group of up to 10 girls, providing fun, informative, and skill building nature-based lessons Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of nature center Conduct safety orientation of equipment and safety procedures Provide resources for unit staff to develop unit nature games, lessons, and programs Maintain files of ideas and directions of nature programs Write and submit a seasonal report and evaluation of the season's nature program activities Teach campers archery and slingshot lessons as needed Promote high camper and staff morale Document and diligently report any health and welfare concerns to the Camp Health Supervisor Perform other duties as assigned Nature Specialist
Qualifications:
Must be 18
years of age Certification in Archery or willingness to obtain via training and certification by camp prior to camp season Desire and ability to supervise, lead, and positively manage campers and work with other staff in a cooperative, team-oriented camp atmosphere Knowledge and skills in nature activities including but not limited to exploration, astronomy, water studies, outdoor cooking, hiking, and fire building Ability to teach skills to campers of all ages and staff in a safe, inclusive, creative, and fun way Ability to use sound judgement surrounding safety procedures Must be attentive and timely Regularly speak, read, write, interpret, and respond to words in the English language Must be able to communicate well with other staff and community partners Membership in GSUSA is required for the duration of contracted employment period Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds First Aid and CPR certified or willingness to obtain prior to camp beginning Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others.
The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.
Job Type:
Temporary Pay:
$103.
00 per day
Benefits:
Referral program Schedule:
Monday to Friday Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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