Mariposa Camp Counselor

Position Information

Dates of Employment: Spring 2026 - August 2026

Company Overview

Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles (“GSGLA”) is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in the Los Angeles region. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. www.girlscoutsla.org.

Our core values of Integrity, Clarity of Purpose, Accountability and Respect represent how we behave on a day-to-day basis. These are the specific behaviors that are imperative and encouraged in our company culture. 

We are committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, and strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. In addition, reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

Position Summary

The Camp Counselor participates in the implementation of Girl Scout programming, ensures safety of the campers, and encourages the success of every camper. Camp Counselors are the primary caregivers for campers during camp.

Mariposa Day Camp

Mariposa is a cozy, park-like property in the foothills of Altadena in the San Gabriel Valley. It includes a large grassy space, a wooded area with water misters, and a campfire ring with an adjacent amphitheater.

The camp operates with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Assist in the direction, supervision, and organization of campers throughout the camp to meet the intended camper outcomes. 
   • Apply basic youth development principles in working with campers through communication, relationship development, respect for diversity, involvement, and empowerment of youth. 
   • Ensure campers are properly supervised at all times. 
   • Be alert to campers’ needs and assist them with personal and/or health problems and discuss with the Health and Inclusion Specialist and/or Outdoor Program Supervisor when appropriate.
2. Participate in the development and implementation of program activities for campers within the mission and outcomes. 
   • Lead and support activity instruction.
   • Actively participate in all program areas as assigned. 
   • Provide for the progression of activities within the framework of individual and group interests and abilities. 
   • Assist in program areas as directed. 
3. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff. 
   • Adhere to all safety and security protocols. Ensure protocols are followed by camp staff.
   • Demonstrate proper camp procedures, sanitation, punctuality, and sportsmanship for campers and staff.
   • Provide outstanding customer service to families.   
   • Be an inspiring role model by communicating clearly, building strong relationships, encouraging inclusivity, connecting with others, and motivating youth
4. Participate as a member of the camp team to implement and evaluate camp operations and programming.  
   • Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders.
   • Share observations and suggest improvements to the Outdoor Program Supervisor related to camp programming.  
   • Participate in supporting programs, special events, and other activities and functions involving the entire camp as needed.
   • Attend and participate in staff meetings as required. 
   • Assist where needed with camper “check-in” and “check-out”.   
5. Be prepared and attentive during all off-site field trips.
   • Maintain camper supervision at all times. 
   • Follow the field trip schedule and remain punctual throughout the day. 
   • Adhere to all field trip safety and supervision protocols.
   • Maintain professional and positive communication with venue personnel.
   • Assist GSGLA Camp staff by offering support during field trips.
6. Other duties as assigned
    

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be 18 years of age or be a high school graduate by the start of camp.
• Must be available for 6 weeks of day camp (June 15, 2026 - July 24, 2026) and training dates that will be scheduled prior to camp.
• Must possess and maintain a valid CPR/First Aid Certification throughout the position’s employment dates. Training will be available.
• Must submit a basic health history form as set by the American Camping Association. 
• Ability to spend time sitting, utilizing the computer, and standing and walking throughout the facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds periodically. 
• Must possess endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 

Recommended Education, Training and Experience

• Documented experienced teaching or interacting in youth programming

GSGLA Employee Requirements

• Comply with state-mandated reporter training
• Attend GSGLA signature events and/or other activities as assigned
• Must successfully complete a Live Scan and background check