The Resident Camp Counselor (Counselor) is responsible for acting as the primary caregiver for their assigned unit campers, including ensuring a safe and healthy environment is maintained, supervising camper behavior, identifying and managing hazards, and promoting the tenets of the Girl Scout Law. The Counselor is responsible for planning and leading the session(s) activities, with input from campers, and ensuring brochure content occurs. The counselor will assist other staff in facilitating activities at program areas such as, but not limited to, swimming and boating. 

Must be at least 18 years of age.

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This position requires the development and implementation of all aspects of staff supervision, age-appropriate programming and communication with campers. The Unit Leader also works with all members of the Leadership Team to provide ample, constant support to the unit counselors. 

Must be at least 21 years of age.

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The Leadership Program Director is responsible for assisting the Camp Director in the design, planning, implementation and staffing of key camp programming, especially the CIT program, as well as other components including but not limited to all camp activities, thematic arts and crafts activities, and evening programs. The Leadership Program Director will assist the Camp Director in the day-to-day management of the overall camp program through daily contact with counselors, CITs, Unit Leaders and program staff as well as through other duties at the direction of the Camp Director. 

Must be at least 21 years of age.

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The Waterfront Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning and delivery of all activities at the camp’s waterfront and ensuring that all waterfront activities occur in a safe and age-appropriate manner. The Waterfront Manager will regularly employ risk management skills, continuously ensuring camper and employee safety at the waterfront. 

Must be 21 years of age with current Lifeguarding, Waterfront, and Management certifications.

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The Lifeguard with Counselor Duties is responsible for providing supervision and ensuring a safe environment at the camp’s waterfront, assisting with all aspects of the waterfront’s operation. When not at the waterfront, lifeguards will assist with other camp activities and camper supervision.

Must be at least 17 years old with current Lifeguarding and Waterfront certification(s).

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The Adventure Program Director is responsible for assisting the Camp Director in the   designing, planning, staffing and instructing camp program including but not limited to High and Low Ropes, slingshots, archery, and hatchet throwing. The Adventure Program Director ensures that all adventure programs including but not limited to High and Low Ropes and shooting sports activities occur in a safe and age-appropriate manner. The Adventure Program Director will assist the Camp Director in the day-to-day management of the overall camp program through daily contact with counselors, CITs, Unit Leaders and program staff as well as through other duties at the direction of the Camp Director. 

Must be at least 21 years of age, with documented experience in archery, tomahawk throwing, and/or riflery.

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The Food Service Manager is responsible for the purchase and distribution of all food and beverages, including all dining hall meals, cookouts, overnight meals, bagged lunches, and snacks.  The Food Service Manager is also responsible for ensuring all safety and sanitation practices are maintained in the kitchen area at all times.

Must be at least 21 years of age, with ServSafe Protection Manager Certification.

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The Kitchen Staff position is responsible for assisting the Food Service Manager in providing nutritious, well-prepared meals, served to all members of the camp community. They also assist with sanitation throughout camp as assigned.

Must be at least 17 years of age.

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The Health Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of all campers and staff. The Health Supervisor will provide medical treatment to campers and staff in case of illness or emergencies within his or her scope of practice and maintain communication with parents where applicable. The Health Supervisor will also complete the medical check-in process of all campers, keep and review medical records, maintain and order medical equipment for the camp, distribute camper medication, and ensure that sanitation and safety practices are maintained throughout the camp. 

Must be at least 21 years of age with at least one of the following: RN, LPN, EMT, or PA.

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Trefoil is located just outside of Harrisville, NY on the edge of the Adirondack Park. We are a Girl Scout camp that has been proudly serving Girl Scouts and the community since 1949.

Girl Scout and camping experience are a plus, but not required! We are looking for staff that are kind, caring, and will serve as positive role-models for our campers. If you have a positive attitude and love to have fun, we encourage you to apply!

All staff will attend our staff training, where you will learn everything you need to know to be an effective staff member. Counselors, the CIT Manager, and other leadership staff will be trained in all activities: swimming, boating, archery, tomahawk throwing, and the low and high ropes course. If there are any activities you are not comfortable being trained in, that is okay - just be sure to indicate that on your application. Staff will also learn about outdoor cooking, fire building, teambuilding, Girl Scouting, and more. Staff training is also an important time to get to know and bond with your fellow staff members. We become a close-knit family during the summer, and it all starts at training. We love to have fun with everything we do at camp, and staff training is no exception!

Counselors and the CIT Manager will be sleeping in staff cabins near their campers’ cabins. Staff do not sleep in cabins with campers. Our staff cabins are platform cabins with wooden sides, metal roof, and canvas front and backs. They have electrical outlets. Each cabin unit has a sink, latrine, and pavilion. Showers and flush toilets are available at the shower house. Laundry facilities are also available for staff use. Staff are welcome to go home on their days off or stay at camp for the duration of the summer season. The kitchen staff are not required to live on-site, but are welcome to.

Room and board is included as part of your summer salary. Staff will eat in the dining hall alongside their campers. We serve a variety of kid-friendly foods, and look to change up the menu each week. Staff are welcome to bring their own snacks to eat on their breaks and on days off.

We offer weekend programs (Mom and Me and Troop Core), a 2-night mini session, and 3 weeklong sessions. We strive to provide our campers with a jam-packed session of fun, where they can make new friends, gain confidence, and develop independence. We provide a girl-led environment, where our campers are encouraged to design their own camp experience. We offer many activities, including swimming, boating, archery, tomahawk throwing, slingshots, low and high ropes course, crafts, games, outdoor cooking, campfires, songs, and more! Many of our campers return year after year and look forward to making new friends and trying new things.

• A positive attitude

• Responsible

• Willing to try new things and have fun

While prior experience is always a plus, we value a positive attitude over experience. We will train you in anything you need to know!

Yes! Our camp staff members have come from all over. If you are coming from out-of-state, we can help provide transportation to and from the airport or train station at the start and end of the season.

Reach out to the Camp Director, Abigail Haresign, at aharesign@gsnypenn.org