Summer Camp Specialist

2 weeks ago

Markham, Canada City of Markham Full time

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

**J**oin us and make a lasting difference**

**Work Hours**:

- Part-time from June 8, 2024 to June 23, 2024
- Full-time from June 24, 2024 - August 23, 2024

**Job Summary**
The Museum Camp Specialist will work within the Programming Department and will be responsible for the daily supervision of campers and delivery of education based camp programs focused around STEAM, history and the environment. As a Camp Specialist they will supervise a group of 7-10 campers (ages ranging between 4-12 years old) and additional volunteers for their group. Throughout the summer they will also assist with camp program planning that focuses on one or more of the following skill set areas: archaeology, history, anthropology, sciences, urban nature, engineering, têxtiles, and fashion.

**Responsibilities**
- Delivers a variety of education based activity plans daily to a group of campers as approved and outline by the Camp Director and Museum Program Coordinator in the daily camp schedule.
- Assists with the research, design, and implementation of camp activity plans relating their field of specialty under the guidance of the Camp Supervisor and Camp Director.
- Helps to ensure programming is adapted to camper needs with regards to safety, hygiene, weather, breaks etc.
- Keeps attendance records and promptly reports absences to the Camp Supervisor, maintains ratios and completes headcounts according to City Camp Policies & Procedures.
- Prioritizes child well-being, safety and protection throughout the camp. Evaluates situations for potential risks to the safety, protection and well-being of campers and staff, proactively taking mitigating actions to address such risks.
- Ensures the well-being, safety and protection of each camper in his/her assigned group.
- Prepares and organizes program equipment and supplies for specialized program, reporting any inventory shortages to the Camp Supervisor.
- Ensures all participants are aware of upcoming events and schedule changes.
- Organizes and assists with set-up and clean-up of camp events, activities and programs.
- Follows City of Markham policies and procedures in program activities.
- Serves as a liaison with parents of campers, reinforcing City of Markham customer service, diversity and inclusion (special needs, ethno-cultural, English as second language, socio-economic).
- Demonstrates the confidence and ability to make decisions independently of peers and in the best interests of the campers. Resolves problems and conflicts effectively as they arise.
- Maintains positive, constructive relationships with camp staff and volunteers with the goal of meeting camper needs. Works with inclusion staff as needed to ensure all campers are able to participate.
- Coaches and mentors camp counsellors, volunteers and campers.
- Provides regular updates and feedback to the Camp Supervisor.
- Participates in pre-camp orientation and training sessions, supporting the Camp Supervisor where necessary.
- Other duties as required.

**Requirements**:

- Must be at least 16 years of age by June 1, 2024.
- Preferably two years Camp Experience or Equivalent in education and experience,
- Currently enrolled taking course relating to Technology, Science and/or Engineering based or related field.
- Experience working with children;
- Knowledge of child development;
- Knowledge of program planning would be an asset;
- Leadership experience i.e. student council member, leadership role on youth council,
- Experience/education in a specialized field such as archaeology, history, anthropology, sciences, urban nature, engineering, têxtiles, fashion, pottery and Education.
- General interest in the Museum field.
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ required;
- HIGH FIVE Healthy Child Development is required;
- HIGH FIVE Quest 2 is an asset

**Core Behaviours**:

- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovatio**n: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relationship Building**: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- ** Communication**: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- ** Accountable & Results Oriented**: Demonstrates ethica

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