DPR Summer 2024 Boost Camp

7 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada DC Department of Human Resources Full time

General Job Information

Job Summary

DPR's Boost Camp offers a variety of exciting urban camping opportunities for youth ages 3 to 13. This camp offers a combination of high-quality enrichment and recreation in addition to an academic/education component to accelerate learning. In these camps, youth can experience balanced human development, build strong positive connections with their peers, and learn in a safe environment for free.

Duties And Responsibilities

Site Administrator

Create a structured camp environment with continuous opportunities for learning and growth Provide supervision to support staff to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures, correcting errors or problems. Resolve customer complaints and/or answer customers' questions regarding policies and procedures. Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems. Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff. Assist with evaluating employees' job performance and conformance to regulations and recommend appropriate personnel action. Train or instruct employees in job duties and program implementation Train or instruct employees in participant behavior management Implement agency policies, procedures, and service standards. Make recommendations, develop, or update procedures, policies, or standards. Complete program and staff evaluations by established deadlines

Behavior Specialist

Supervise 6-10 youth with special needs always ensuring their safety. Assist in developing and implementing an engaging daily curriculum Provide verbal and physical intervention as needed to manage disruptive or aggressive participant behavior Provide 1:1 support for students having difficulty with self-control Model appropriate social behaviors and encourage the campers to interact positively with each other Foster a positive working environment Create a structured schedule for each day Develop positive working relationships with the site staff Swim and monitor pool safety with campers during all swim sessions Complete administrative duties daily ( scheduling, attendance, planning for next day, and emailing) Comply with personnel policies for camp staff

Enrichment Facilitator

Supervise 8-10 youth and always keep them safe Create a structured camp environment with continuous opportunities for learning and growth Create and implement project-oriented activities Maintain working knowledge of all applicable curriculum sets Provide leadership for multiple camp groups Create a positive environment with high expectations for staff and children Provide feedback and direction to staff team to meet camp goals Communicate clear and positive expectations and plans to parents Implement positive behavior management techniques to redirect camper behavior Swim and monitor pool safety with campers during all swim sessions Complete daily administrative duties daily (, scheduling, attendance, planning for next day, and emailing) Comply with personnel policies for camp staff

Site Support Assistant

Takes direction from Site Administrator on how to assist with camp functions each day Support daily program administration Support meals programs Provide support to all aspects of the camp day Assist with keeping groups of children safe at all times Comply with personnel policies for camp staff

Minimum Qualifications/Education/ Experience:

Site Administrator

At least 2 years' experience with recreational programming; preferably with DPR At least 2-3 years' experience in program facilitation and/or program management Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook Excellent communication skills-written and verbal Excellent customer service skills Maintains a solutions-oriented approach in the face of challenges Attention to detail

Behavior Specialist

At least 21 years of age High level of energy and enthusiasm Available to attend training and work every day of Summer Camp beginning June 17-August 09, 2024 At least 3 years of experience working with children with a wide range of special needs At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role The ability to plan, organize, and contribute ideas during planning sessions, securing supplies and materials, etc. Leadership experience including planning and preparation of various engaging recreational activities. Good judgment and the ability to recognize hazardous situations and prevent accidents Must be alert and able to physically control campers if necessary Ability to implement behavior management plans or supporting behavior management strategies Must have knowledge of developmental and intellectual disabilities and behavior management techniques such as positive reinforcement, redirection, setting limits, etc

Enrichment Facilitator

At least 21 years of age Available to attend training and work every day of summer camp from June 17- August 09, 2024 At least 2 years of experience working with groups of prek3- 13 children At least 2 years of leadership experience Passionate about working with youth Proven success creating and leading a safe and structured environment for children Ability to plan and implement engaging activities for children Positive, problem-solving attitude in the face of challenges Creative, hard-working, energetic, organized, professional, flexible, and team oriented Reflective and responsive to feedback Comfortable using email as a main form of communication with supervisors

Site Support Assistant

At least 18 years of age Available to attend training and work every day of summer camp from June 17 – August 09, 2024 At least 1 year of experience working with groups of children Leads children by always setting a positive example Takes direction and feedback with ease and implements tasks with a positive attitude Creative, hard-working, energetic, organized, professional, flexible, and team oriented

Other Significant Facts

Area of Consideration: This position is part of the Pathway to Government Employment Partnership Program. District residents who received a high school diploma from the District of Columbia Public Schools or a District public charter school or received a GED or its equivalent from the District of Columbia will receive priority consideration for this entry-level position. Applicants must provide a high school transcript, GED certificate, high school diploma, or other applicable documentation along with verification of District residency before the district government may extend a final offer of employment.

Tour of Duty: Varies

Salary:

Site Administrator- $ Behavior Specialist- $ Enrichment Facilitator: $ hr. Site Support Assistant- $

Position Designation : This position is designated as a Protection-Sensitive position and is subject to mandatory pre-employment and periodic Criminal Background Checks and Traffic Records Checks (as applicable). This position is also subject to mandatory pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

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