Camp Counsellor

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Ymcaottawa Full time
Camp Counsellor - Camp Otonabee (Seasonal)

Job Category: Recreational Education

Requisition Number: CAMPC001374

  • Posted: November 11, 2024
  • Part-Time
  • Rate: $17.20 CAD per hour
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The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million people annually become healthier in spirit, mind, and body. The YMCA of the National Capital Region proudly serves people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, and works to address critical social needs in our community.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

What do you offer?

The Camp Counsellor ensures that children and youth have a positive experience leading to personal growth through fun and rewarding recreation and sport programs. This position fosters self-esteem as well as problem solving and conflict resolution skills in program participants, while working to create an atmosphere of safety, belonging and positive development in accordance with Y policies and procedures.

Some of the tasks of this position include:
  • Leading and participating in all programs.
  • Delivering programming based on skill level and age of participants.
  • Completing all necessary paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Being responsible for the safety, supervision and security of all participants.
  • Developing and maintaining an open, constructive and professional relationship with program participants, caregivers, volunteers, co-workers and supervisors.
What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?

The successful candidate will have the following:

Language
  • Ability to work in English
  • Bilingualism is an asset
Experience, Skills and Abilities
  • National Lifeguard Certification, Bronze Cross, Paddle Canada, CUI or other relevant certifications will be strongly considered as assets
  • Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with program participants, members, staff and volunteers
  • Ability to maintain calm demeanor in stressful situations
  • Commitment to working in a socially inclusive environment, responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to the diverse needs of members.
Additional Requirements
  • Applicants must be 16 years old by June 23, 2025.
  • Applicants must have a current Standard First Aid and CPR "C" certification.
  • Applicants must already have a valid permit to work in Canada.
  • A Police Record check, not more than 6 months old is required.
  • Semi-annually, staff must complete the mandatory training for the protection of Children & Youth and submit the certificate of completion.
Core Competencies:
  • Commitment to Y Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the Y.
  • Confidentiality, Privacy and Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
  • Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies an issue, gathers and processes information, coming up with possible solutions, selecting appropriate responses, and implementing them.
  • Quality Focus: Ensures that success criteria for self, staff and programs are set, reviewed and surpassed regularly to provide excellent service delivery.
  • Teamwork: Participates actively in a team for organizational effectiveness. Creates an atmosphere of trust amongst all team members.
  • Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
  • Creativity and Innovation: Plans and implements quality programming in a developmentally appropriate environment.
About diversity and inclusiveness at the Y:

Inclusiveness is a part of our core values and we are committed to ensuring the diversity of the people and communities we serve and as well as our staff. We welcome candidates from racialized groups, invisible minorities, Indigenous People, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities.

How to apply?

All internal applicants must inform their supervisor of their intention to apply for the position.

Thank you for your interest in joining the YMCA of the National Capital Region. We appreciate all applications. Due to the volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those selected for further consideration in the hiring process.

The YMCA of the National Capital Region is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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