Student Camp Leader

1 week ago


ChathamKent, Canada Chatham-Kent Full time
The Camp Leader position is responsible for delivering a high-quality summer children's camp program to registered participants. In addition, summer camp leaders will be required to actively supervise all program activities including lunch.

Essential responsibilities

  • Demonstrate Chatham-Kent's core values and competencies
  • Perform 'Acting Team Leader' duties as required
  • Be a positive role model for program participants and other summer staff
  • Follow policies and procedures in place relevant to the position
  • Communicate with parents as required
  • May be required to modify activities to ensure age appropriateness
  • Will be required to assist in managing participant behaviours
  • Assist in the planning and implementation of camp activities suitable for the age, abilities and interests of campers
  • Daily activities generally include:
  • Active Games
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Drama Activities
  • Fitness Breaks
  • Swimming/ Water Play
  • Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for the program activities and take the lead on activities and programs
  • Implement the philosophies of HIGH FIVE
  • Work both indoors and outdoors, work weekday hours, with occasional weekend hours

Essential Qualifications

  • Preference will be given to those enrolled in secondary or postsecondary education in recreation or child/youth education, and experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 1
  • Because of the responsibilities of the program for leaders, applicants must be 16 years of age or older to apply
  • Preference will be given to those with previous experience as a Camp Leader (or other similar camp environment)
  • Because program numbers at each camp may fluctuate from week to week, students may be required to work at various program sites throughout the municipality during the summer

Certifications/memberships/licenses

  • Current Certification in Standard First Aid/CPR (WSIB approved)
    prior to camps opening:
  • Certified with the High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development
    prior to camps opening

COVID-19 Vaccination
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.

Driver's license/vehicle requirements


Because this position would be required to travel, a valid Province of Ontario driver's license with a reliable motor vehicle is preferred.


Background check requirements

Essential physical and/or safety requirements

  • Bending: frequent stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, squatting (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (kneeling, crouching, squatting while communicating with children; bending while preparing for activities; bending while cleaning up activities; bending while packing up materials)
  • Walking: frequent walking on rough surface; constant walking on level surface (walking throughout duration of program at program facility/park; walking on field trips)
  • Reaching: frequent reaching above shoulder, below shoulder, forward, backward, handling (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (reaching for program material for program setup/ take down; lifting participants in cases of emergencies)
  • Lifting: frequent lifting at shoulder, carrying, transferring; constant lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (lifting program material for program setup/ take down; lifting participants in case of emergencies; lifting while cleaning after activities)
  • Standing: frequent standing inside, outside (standing while delivering programs; standing while preparing for activities; standing while cleaning)
  • Hands: frequent fine finger dexterity (movement) (using hands to deliver programming; using hands for daily administrative tasks (filling in reports, attendance, log books, etc.)
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The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.


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