Seasonal Challenge Course Facilitator

Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. Working for Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) is an opportunity to bring your talent, passion, and perspective to a girl-centric, mission-driven organization. We are seeking individuals committed to making a difference in a dynamic and diverse environment that strives for equity for all.

About the Role

Facilitate specialized programming for rock climbing, high and low ropes courses, and teambuilding. Uphold all policies, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of campers and staff. Be an active participant in campers’ experience and camp community.

This seasonal full-time position is at Camp Alice Chester in East Troy, WI from May 18, 2026, through August 14, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee programming on our climbing tower, challenge course, and low ropes/teambuilding course, ensuring it is appropriate to each age and comfort level.
• Encourage camper development through their own processing and skill building and recognize their achievements.
• Contribute to a friendly and supportive environment which encourages campers to work through challenges, try new things, and celebrate differences.
• Be responsible for the health and safety of all participants at the challenge course area.
• Participate and demonstrate proficient skills in rock climbing, low ropes, and high ropes course training.
• Maintain an organized and clean facility, equipment, and supplies; report needed repairs.
• Manage risk and promote the well-being of campers and staff.
• Provide consistent supervision of campers' participation throughout the entire course.
• Offer rock climbing and challenge course instruction and supervision.
• Supervise campers’ participation in structured and unstructured activities while at and away from the program area.
• Ensure campers understand and follow rules and safety guidelines while present in program areas.
• Supervise and assist with cleaning, sanitation, and care of supplies, equipment, and property.
• Interpret, enforce, and implement ATCP 78, American Camp Association, and Girl Scouts safety guidelines and standards.
• Adjust quickly when scheduled activities need to change and/or are no longer able to be done.
• Keep records, create reports, and return completed paperwork on time.
• Assist in the opening and closing of camp for the season.
• Participate in the upkeep and cleaning of camp and units.
• Be flexible, adaptable, and creative.
• Engage in learning to build skills towards respectfully interacting with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Willingness to complete an ACCT 1 training specific to our high ropes course.
• Interest, experience, and/or training in the specific program specialty.
• Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular work hours.
• Physical demands and work environments regularly require the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Commitment to creating and maintaining a positive, fun, and professional environment.
• Effectively and respectfully communicate instructions, issues, and needs with campers, staff, and supervisors, including with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
• Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member.
• Willingness to be an active, respectful member of camp and all camp activities while upholding Girl Scout traditions.
• Must have a background check completed by GSWISE.

Skills

• Experience and comfort climbing.
• Possess high ropes certification.
• First Aid/CPR certification.

Pay

$503/week with room and board ($471/week for commuters).