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Take a closer look at Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania. You could strengthen your community and make a difference in the lives of more than 35,000 girls and 15,000 adult volunteers! We're an EOE/AA employer focused on helping girls to discover their leadership potential.

GSWPA has various intern and extern positions available. Contact us for more information.

To apply for any open position with Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania, please forward a cover letter and resume to:

GSWPA, Attn: HR
2359 Freeport Road
Kittanning, PA 16201 or email Human Resources.

The following GSWPA positions are currently open:

Leadership Facilitator
Looking for individuals to work with girls in various school districts of the city of Pittsburgh; responsible for delivering and overseeing all aspects of the assigned progressive Girl Scout leadership program; program delivery occurs but is not limited to: in-school, afterschool, summer, weekends, and evenings;
Applicants must have extensive experience: working with large groups of at risk girls in grades 6-8 and/or 9-12; an understanding of girls’ needs; working with girls to design and deliver programming that is girl led and encompasses empowering activities that are relevant to the girls’ lives; coordinating and implementing leadership activities and outings that may include but are not limited to camping retreats, cultural outings, and community projects, as well as Girl Scout product sales/fundraising activities; scheduling guest speakers relevant to girl topics; working closely with children, parents, school liaisons and agencies; training and overseeing volunteers which may include but is not limited to parents & university/college students; overseeing financial transactions and budgets; reliable personal transportation & current, valid driver’s license a must; flexible schedule between the hours of 7 AM- 8 PM, M-F and some pre-scheduled work weekends or summer planning retreats are possible; current clearances required; excellent communication skills; must be a team player; $12-$15 per hour

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS
Needed in the following counties:
Allegheny
Beaver
Alliquippa
Blair
Bedford
Fayette
Cameron
Elk
Erie
Johnstown
Lawrence
McKean

PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS – multiple positions available located throughout our council jurisdiction to deliver Girl Scout written curriculum to girls who participate in: in-school, after school, evenings and/or weekend programs. Hours typically range from 20-30 hours per week but vary depending upon available work and program partners’ location and schedule; applicants must have previous experience working with large groups of children and a desire to make a difference in girls’ lives; written curriculum and training provided; will work closely with children, parents and agencies; reliable personal transportation, valid drivers license and insurance are a must; flexible schedule between the hours of 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday-Friday is a must; ability to deliver and participate in an active physical programming; must have current Child Abuse, Criminal Clearances and FBI clearances and pass GSWPA screening; excellent communication skills; $10-$12 per hour; a minimum of a high school diploma, college degree preferred or equivalent experience in a related field.

Don’t just sit around this summer, have fun & earn money!

We are looking for energetic, outgoing individuals who have a desire to work with children outdoors.

2013 Summer Camp Positions Include:

Hula Circle
  • Activity Specialist
  • Adventure Staff
  • Assistant Camp Director
  • Barn Aide
  • Business Manager
  • Cook
  • Health Supervisor
  • Junior Counselor
  • Kitchen Aide
  • Kitchen Manager
  • Program Director
  • Unit Leader
  • Unit Counselor
  • Horse Instructor
  • Lifeguard
  • Waterfront Director

Camp locations are: Camp Yough in Allegheny County; Camp Redwing in Butler County; Camp Hawthorne Ridge in Erie County; Camp Conshatawba in Cambria County; Camp Roy Weller in Preston County, WV; Camp Skymeadow in Armstrong County; and Camp Singing Hills in Venango County.

How to apply:

Download and complete the forms below. Please print the following forms – camp staff application, 3 reference forms and the Voluntary Disclosure and Authorization form. When you print three (3) reference forms; follow the detailed instructions at the top of the form. Please impress upon your references the importance of returning the completed forms as soon as possible. We cannot consider you for employment until we receive a camp staff application, Voluntary Disclosure and Authorization Form and 3 reference forms.

Mail your completed documents to GSWPA, Attn: HR, 2359 Freeport Road, Kittanning, PA 16201 or email Human Resources.

When your documents are received, we will forward them to the appropriate Camp Director. You may be contacted for an interview.

New Staff Forms

Returning Staff forms

All returning staff must also complete an application and a voluntary disclosure and authorization form.

Note: all positions may not be available at all camps and some positions have a minimum age requirement. CPR and first aid certification provided; training provided; clearances required.

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