Global Action Team Advisor Application
Application Instructions:
  1. Review the Volunteer Position Description for a full description of the position.
  2. Complete the Global Action Team Advisor Application. The application is a chance for us to find out about your skills and experience as they relate to teens and global issues. It is a Word form and space will expand as you type your responses.
  3. Provide two references who know of your qualifications for the role of Global Action Team Advisor (reference form included in this application) – at least one must be an adult, preferably one will be a teen. These people may not be your relatives. References must return their forms directlyto Girls Scouts of Western Washington to be included in your completed application.
  4. All applications and references need to be submitted by August 18, 2017via email to: r via mail to:Girl Scouts of Western Washington, ATTN: Julie Wendell, 3224 Wetmore Ave, Everett, WA 98201
  5. The final portion of the application processis a phoneinterview (on either Monday, August 21 or Tuesday, August 22). If you are selected for an interview, I will contact you by email to set up a time.
  6. If you have questions, please email . Thank you!

Name

Address: City: State: Zip:

Best Phone Number to reach you: /- Email Address

1.Discuss your skills and experience as they relate to the position of Global Action Team Advisor.

2.What is your experience working with teenage girls?

3.Describe a challenge you faced working with teenagers and how you dealt with it.

4.Describe experiences with people from different social, racial, cultural, religious, and economic backgrounds than your own?

  1. What did you learn and or gain from these experiences?

5.As part of Girl Scouts, activities that girls undertake should contain elements of:

  • Girl-led: girls play an active part in figuring out the “what, where, when, how, and why” of their activities. They play a critical role as decision-makers in the planning and implementation of their activities.
  • Learning by doing: a hands-on learning process that engages girls in continuous cycles of action and reflection resulting in deeper understanding of concepts and mastery of practical skills.
  • Cooperative learning:designed to promote sharing in knowledge, skills and learning in an atmosphere of respect and cooperation as girls work together on goals that can only be accomplished with the help of others.

Provide an example of how you would use each of the three items listed above in your work with the Global Action Team.

6.As a Team Advisor, one of your responsibilities will be to design and lead retreat sessions. What are your strengths/growth opportunities as they relate to facilitating?

7.RETURNING ADVISOR APPLICANTS ONLY: What is one success and one area of improvement you’ve identified for yourself from your previous year(s) as a Global Action Team Advisor? If selected, what would you do to ensure ongoing success as an advisor for the team?

SKILLS INVENTORY

Using the scale below, please indicate your skill level in the following areas:

4=Highly Experienced 3=Above Average 2=Average 1=Below Average 0=None, but willing to learn

Group Management Skills / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 / 0
Facilitating a group or team
Conflict Resolution
Developing an itinerary
Record Keeping/Tracking/Logistics
Group Development
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher)

TEAM Advisor Roles.

Team Advisors are expected to fulfill certain roles within the Advisor team. Which roles could you see yourself being the lead for? (Check all that apply):

Safety and Risk Management Coordinator (including first aider)

Group development and progression (including group bonding and cultural sensitivity)

Community coordinator (including guest speaker coordination)

Record management and paperwork coordinator

Girl meeting coordinator (working with girls to develop the Global Action Summit)

Please initial each part:

___I have read the position description and believe that I meet all the requirements for the position

___If selected, I commit to attending and participating in all retreats and advisor meetings and completing individual work in a timely manner

References

Give the reference forms to two people who can evaluate your interaction with teen girls. These people may not be your relatives; at least one must be an adult, preferably one will be a teen. References must return their forms directly toGirl Scouts of Western Washington by August 18, 2017 to be included in your completed application. All applications and references need to be submitted via email to:r via mail to:

Girl Scouts of Western Washington, ATTN: Julie Wendell

3224 Wetmore Avenue, Everett, WA 98201

I have asked the following people to provide references:

Name of ReferenceEmail AddressPhone

REFERENCE FORM

Girl Scouts: Global Action Team Advisor

References must be mailed directly to the Girl Scout office by the individual filling them out. Please return this form byAugust 18, 2017via email r mail: Girl Scouts of Western Washington / ATTN: Julie Wendell /3224 Wetmore Ave./ Everett, WA 98201

Your Name:

Phone number: ______Email: ______

Person you are Providing Reference for:

How long have you known the applicant?

What is your relationship to the applicant?

The person named above is applying to work with a group of teen girls to plan and implement a Global Action Summit for youth. A successful volunteer will need strong character, flexibility, organization, and group management skills. Their ability to function well as a member of a group as well as adapt to circumstances is critical. Your honest and objective answers will be very helpful to the selection committee. All references will be reviewed only by those who are part of the volunteer selection process who have a duty to review them. They will not be shared with the applicant. Thank you.

  1. Please describe the applicant's strengths and skills as they relate to youth, group development, and/or project management.
  1. Indicate the rating that describes (to the extent of your knowledge) the degree to which the applicant has the qualities listed below: 5= Always 4= Usually 3= Sometimes 2= Seldom 1= Never 0= Don't Know

Qualities / 5 / 4 / 3 / 2 / 1 / 0
Has poise and ease in meeting people
Relates well toteens and adults in group situations
Sets appropriate boundaries with teens and other adults
Accepts people of backgrounds different from their own
Is adaptable, flexible
Shows good judgment
Is reliable/dependable
Has a sense of humor
Has physical stamina and energy
Can function well in uncomfortable physical conditions
Has a neat appearance; dresses appropriately for each occasion
Has a positive attitude
Communicates in a positive manner
Communicates in a timely manner

Comments about any of the items listed above:

(OVER)

  1. As part of Girl Scouts, activities that girls undertake should contain elements of:
  • Girl-led: girls play an active part in figuring out the “what, where, when, how, and why” of their activities. They play a critical role as decision-makers in the planning and implementation of their activities.
  • Learning by doing: a hands-on learning process that engages girls in continuous cycles of action and reflection resulting in deeper understanding of concepts and mastery of practical skills.
  • Cooperative learning: designed to promote sharing in knowledge, skills and learning in an atmosphere of respect and cooperation as girls work together on goals that can only be accomplished with the help of others.

One of the most challenging aspects of working with girls can be turning over the leadership to the girls, while continuing to provide support and mentoring them along the way. How do you think this person will do in helping teens take the leadership in planning their Summit?

  1. Do you have any reservations about recommending this person to volunteer with teens and other adult advisors on the Global Action Team?

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