Camp Counselor
2 weeks ago
About Easter Seals
One in five (22%) Canadians aged 15 years and over has one or more disabilities.
In British Columbia and the Yukon, approximately 750,000 adults and 26,000 children have a disability that limits their independence and quality of life.
Now in its 75th year, Easter Seals BC & Yukon is one of British Columbia's legacy charities operating for over six decades to provide programs and services to better the lives of children and adults with diverse abilities.
Operated by the BC Lions Society for Children with Disabilities (Society), Easter Seals BC & Yukon has helped 1.1 million families in need through transportation services, Easter Seals Camps, educational classes, Easter Seals House, post-secondary bursaries at regional colleges and universities, community access services, and patient care programs.
As a registered charity, the Society relies on the generosity of donors to fund their programs and services.Through individual and corporate giving, grants, special events, and major gifts and bequests, the Society directs and stewards its funds with the strategic guidance and fiduciary oversight from its Board of Directors.
-Mission_
Inspire communities across BC and the Yukon to support, and enable access for, individuals with disabilities.
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Vision_
Enable abilities in our communities_
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Our Values_
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Excellence: We strive to be the best in all that we do.
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Relevance: We commit to effectiveness, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
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Integrity: We are trustworthy and accountable.
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Inclusive: We treat everyone with respect, embrace diversity, and value the contributions of individuals and communities.
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Collaboration:We foster teamwork and build collaborative relationships.
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Access: We champion improved access for individuals with disabilities.
What You'll Do
Easter Seals BC/Yukon is seeking a Camp Counselor to provide supervision and support to participants in the "Ready. Set. Volunteer" program formally "City Adventure Camp" (CAC).
"Ready. Set. Volunteer" is an activity-based day program that aims to help people with disabilities, between the ages 17-29, develop new skills and confidence through activities and supported volunteerism in their local communities.
This program is overseen by the Outreach Coordinator, who trains and supports the Camp team in providing this program over the months of July and August.
Responsibilities
The Camp Counselor will provide support, supervision, and leadership to participants in "Ready. Set. Volunteer" program.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Participate in and plan all program activities.
- Familiarize self with activity locations and transit routes.
- Attend to the participants' wellbeing, ensuring they feel secure, comfortable, & welcome.
- As much as possible, encourage each participant's independence and recognize and utilize potential for personal growth or social development.
- Provide supervision and ensure that effective standards of safety are always maintained.
- Debrief with the group after their experiences that day.
- Remain upbeat and always serve as a positive role model.
- Complete participant evaluations and all necessary paperwork.
What you bring
- Experience in youth and community programming with an understanding of diverse abilities.
- Valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C.
- Clean Criminal Record Check within the past 6 months.
- Ability to troubleshoot and think quickly in times of crisis to ensure a positive result.
- Ability to work effectively with other team members as well as function independently.
- Ability to adapt and adjust in a changing environment.
- Ability to cope in a demanding environment.
- Strong communication and personal skills.
- Extremely well organized with strong multitasking abilities.
What's In It for You?
We invest time and resources into making sure Easter Seals BC & Yukon is as good as the people we hire.
Contract:Short-time contract
- July 24th
- August 18th (4 weeks).
Location: Vancouver
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Environment: This is a fantastic opportunity with many avenues for learning and growth. You will be working in a dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment.
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Paid Staff Training: July 10th and 17th, flexible hours.
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Equal opportunities: We believe that all employees have the right to equality, equal opportunity, fair treatment, and an environment free of discrimination.
In our efforts to create positive, innovative, and life changing solutions for people served by the variety of programs we offer, we are guided by our core values that impact our decision making and define our culture.
Job Type:
Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 weeks
Salary:
$16.75-$42.46 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Onsite parking
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, BC: reliably com
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