Seasonal Summer Camp Group, Program Support & Floater Counsellors (Multiple Positions)
Job Description
SUMMER CAMP GROUP, PROGRAM SUPPORT & FLOATER COUNSELLORS
The YMCA of Niagara Day Camp department is seeking individuals with energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, empathy and creativity who are interested in gaining skills and experience working with children!
Positions available in: Grimsby, Beamsville
Seasonal full time position (approximately 35 to 40 hrs/week) Monday to Friday from June 23 to August 31, 2018
Starting wage: $13.15-$14.00/ hour plus YMCA membership benefits
Group Counsellors are responsible for the safety, supervision and care of a group of 8 to 12 children. They will lead a variety of camp activities for the children in their group throughout the camp day, and ensure they have an amazing camp experience.
Program Support Counsellors will support children with special needs, physical limitations or behavioral challenges in a 1 to 1 or 1 to 2 ratio, helping to integrate them into the camp group. Program Support Counsellors may be required to support their camper with personal care and support with program adaptations to meet the needs of all campers.
Floater Counsellors are assigned as a Group Counsellor to a specific camp for a day or a week to assist with high registration and/or time off. Floater Counsellors are dynamic individuals who can jump in to a variety of camps, and provide campers with a great experience. Access to a reliable vehicle is an asset.
All camp staff will
- Consistently communicate with parents and other team members to ensure a successful camp experience for everyone involved.
- Actively participate in programming planning.
- Participate in active games, sports, swimming and other activities.
- Be energetic and flexible.
- Work as part of a team to ensure that everyone has a positive camp experience.
- Be looking to develop skills that are transferable to a variety of professional opportunities.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with children and/or youth is an asset
- Applicants must be 16 years of age or older
- Values driven individuals who make excellent role models for children and youth
- Experience working in day or residential camp is an asset
- Energy, enthusiasm and flexibility
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C
- Criminal Reference Check – Vulnerable Sector Search is required for applicants 18 and over prior to hiring (issued in the last year)
- The ability to participate in physical activity (including swimming), and work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions
- Program Support applicants – education or experience related working with children with special needs is an asset
- Due to summer funding opportunities, priority will be given to applicants returning to school full time in September 2018
DAY CAMP OVERVIEW:
Summer Camps will run from July 2 to August 31, 2018 in St. Catharines, Welland, Niagara Falls, Fort Erie, West Niagara and Port Colborne. Camp runs Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, with extended care from 7:30am to 6pm. The majority of camp staff are scheduled to work between 7.5 and 8.5 hours per day. For more information on this and the variety of camps we offer, please visit our website ymcadaycamp.ca. Successful applicants must attend all pre camp meetings and trainings, including training on YMCA Child Protection Policies & Procedures.
How to Apply
Please send a cover letter and a resume, along with a copy of current qualifications by June 18 2018 at noon by email to ymcadaycamp@niagara.ymca.ca Please indicate the position you are applying for and the city in the subject line. Only those applicants being considered for a group interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request. For more information on other opportunities at the YMCA of Niagara please visit: ymcaofniagara.org Internal applicants are expected to notify their supervisor before applying.907 total views, 1 today
