Camp Leader

Summary

Position Title Camp Leader
Organization Structure Reports to Programs Manager
Terms Canada Summer Jobs
Job Status Contract starting July 4, 2023 – August 28, 2023
Number of Positions 3
Location Mississauga
Hourly Rate $15.50/hour for 37.5 hrs per week

This is NOT a Bargaining Unit Position

Scope:

Lead recreation programs for a variety of age groups as a Camp Leader. You will be partnered with an ECE teacher to promote health and well-being of young community members.
Responsibilities:
• Develop a plan of activities that promote the health and well-being of young community members
• Introduce various sports at the recreational level to local community members
• Promote and engage community members in physical activities that focus on team building and leadership skills
• Monitor and report on activities under his/her supervision
• Provide an ongoing and final evaluation of introduced programs
• Provide weekly activity reports and incident reports (if any occur)
• Be responsible for the use and maintenance of all program equipment
• Responsible for delivery/participation in all scheduled programs/activities.
• Responsible for daily duties such as greeting participants/parents, organizing equipment and distributing and collecting permission slips
• Liaise with Community Centre staff regarding programs/events
• Promote and create awareness of the agency’s services, projects, and programs
• Participate in training and planning sessions as required
• Work with centre staff and support community initiatives as required

Competencies:

• Adaptability - Changes behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives
• Communications - Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open communication, the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis
• Planning & Organizing/ Time Management - Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure the accomplishment of a specific objective. Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity
• Service - Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers, clients, or community members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment
• Eligible applicant must be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
• Must be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations
• Successful screening through a Police Criminal Records Check
• First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
• At least one season/summer of experience leading children and youth in a recreation setting.
• Highly motivated, personable & well organized
• Experience working with the public, especially children and youth.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member

Other requirements

• A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check (completed when an offer is made)