Lifeguard - Camp Butternut Springs

Looking for a summer job that makes a difference? Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana 2026 camp staff today! Our Camp Butternut Springs overnight camp is a place where energetic and passionate staff come together to provide a safe and positive learning environment for girls ages 5-17.

As a camp Lifeguard, you will be critical to the success of the summer with the responsibility of supervising campers and staff in camp’s aquatic activities (pool, pond, creek and/or lakefront). In this role you will supervise and guide campers through progressive learning experiences and water-based program activities.
This is a part-time, seasonal position working 10-25 hours per week, with the potential for increased hours during the summer season. Evening and weekend work required.

Work Commitment:

• Summer Camp Season: May-September 2026
• Weekly Schedule: Friday evenings, Saturday days or evenings, and Sunday days
• 10-25 hours a week

Pay:
$16 an hour

Qualifications:

• Loves to interact with children and has prior experience working with children of various ages

• Enjoys spending time outdoors and has prior experience working in an outdoor setting

• Must be 17+ years old as of May 25, 2026

• Must possess current certification in First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard. Waterfront Skills certification is strongly preferred. Lifeguard certifications must be from American Red Cross or an equivalent organization. Training is available through GSGCNWI; however, candidates must pass the training including the pre-training skills test in order to work for the council.

• Proof of health physical clearing the candidate for work in a camp setting

• Willingness to live and work in an indoor and outdoor camp setting, which includes working irregular hours with limited or simple equipment, rustic facilities, wildlife and insects; limited technology while at camp, and daily exposure to sun, rain, and other weather conditions

Responsibilities:

• Provide fun, positive, and active leadership to campers

• Help build a supportive environment where campers can grow, make new friends, and try new things

• Role model problem-solving, collaboration, and initiative to campers and other staff

• Supervise and guard all aquatics activities, utilizing certifications, and emergency management as needed

• Provide quality water-based programming and lessons

• Act as instructor for boating programs such as canoeing, kayaking, and/or sailing

• Oversee campers during group activities, meals, and transitions to and from scheduled events

• Maintain responsibility for aquatics facilities, shower house, and equipment in regard to condition, readiness, and cleanliness

• Assist with other camp programs when aquatics areas are closed

• Other duties as assigned

Apply today to join our summer camp team!