Seasonal Adventure Club Group Leader
Job Description
Positions available in St. Catharines and Niagara Falls
Dates: Saturdays 8:45 am – 3 :15 pm in July and August 2022
Specifically July 23, 30 and August 6, 13, 20 and 27th with training in advance.
Flexible schedule though staff must commit to a minimum of 3 Saturdays.
Option to work in fall program as well.
Rate: $15.25/hr.
Adventure Club is designed to provide children who are at-risk or in vulnerable
situation with a positive, outdoor recreational program. Children can enjoy being
a kid, feel safe and included, develop positive relationships, and celebrate their
uniqueness. Adventure Club staff have a passion for supporting and developing
resiliency in children who need it the most.
Group Leaders are responsible for the safety, supervision, and care of a group of
children. They will lead a variety of exciting activities for the children in their
group throughout the day, and ensure they have an amazing program
experience.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide consistent, effective communication with parents and other team members to ensure a successful program experience for everyone involved.
• Facilitate and participate in fun, active, and engaging programming.
• Role model positive behaviour for participants.
• Participate in active games, sports, water games, and other activities.
• Be energetic and flexible.
• Provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for participants.
• Embrace diversity and inclusion of all individuals.
• Ensure YMCA Adventure Club program outcomes and quality targets are achieved.
• Demonstrate empathy and caring towards participants ,staff, peers, and parents.
• All Counselors will share group counsellor, floater, cleaning, and break counsellor
responsibilities.
• Other duties as required.
• Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child Protection Policy and Procedures
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience working or volunteering with children or youth
• 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
• A clear and satisfactory criminal record check inclusive of the vulnerable sector search (CRC VSS) issued for the YMCA of Niagara
• The ability to participate in ongoing physical activity and work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions
How to Apply
All applicants are invited to apply by June 30th, 2022 by visiting http://ymcaniagara.campbrainstaff.com/ This posting will remain open until all positions have been filled. If you have previously worked in the fall or spring Adventure Club program, please email adventureclub@niagara.ymca.ca to apply. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted. Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request. If you require additional information or have any questions about the hiring process, please email adventureclub@niagara.ymca.ca391 total views, 1 today
