Youth Summer Camp Counsellor

2 weeks ago

North York, Canada BGC St. Alban's Club Full time

**General Job Description**

We are currently seeking a dedicated youth summer camp counsellor who will serve as a positive role model to support, lead and encourage young people. You will have a chance to form lasting relationships, encourage positive behavior, and design activities to promote the overall welfare of participants, all while increasing your knowledge of social work, behavioral studies, and management skills.

**Job Title**:Youth Mentor

**Job Type**: Seasonal Summer

**Department**:Youth Services

**Location**:BGC Jane and Finch Locations: Grandravine Children’s/Youth Centre, Driftwood Court

**Reports to**:Lee Anna Osei/ Risa Antoine

**Term of Contract**:June 2023 - August 2024

**Probationary Period**: N/A

**Work Schedule**:Monday to Friday | 9-4pm

**Pay**:$16/ Hour

**About the Jane and Finch Boys and Girls Club**

Through life-changing programs, community-based services, and relationships with peers and caring adults, BGC helps children and youth develop the skills they need to succeed. If a young person needs it, our Club provides it.

**Employee Duties & Responsibilities**
- Report to Youth Coordinator and/or Director
- Implements the BGC core values: belonging, respect, encouragement & support, working together, and speaking out
- Develop and follow Program Plans for BGC Jane and Finch Club recreational programming
- Implements the day-to-day delivery of BGC Jane and Finch Club program following all requirements.
- Ensure the confidentiality of the staff and BGC members as employees
- Maintain positive communication and relationships with BGC Jane and Finch Club official partners and community group partners, including but not limited to: Toronto Community Housing, Toronto School Board, Toronto Neighborhood Community Officers, local school administrators and staff
- Abide by all covid or health related regulations implemented by St. Albans Boys and Girls Club
- Participation in routine and/or annual employee assessments

**Mentor Duties & Responsibilities**
- Oversee daily operations of recreation areas including maintaining supervision of BGC members for the duration of programming, maintaining safety equipment, clearing facilities, displaying appropriate signage, and operating a computer as necessary
- Support BGC youth members to improve academic engagement, developing positive relationships, and recognizing students for their efforts where possible through active feedback
- Attend trips on behalf of BGC Jane and Finch Club with members and applicable partner groups
- Whether in person or virtually, organize and facilitate recreational activities including games, cooking, physical fitness events, arts and crafts, and musical instruction daily
- Encourage members to participate in activities and form healthy relationships by greeting and introducing new members, encouraging group activities, and providing oversight to ensure everyone is treated equitably
- Foster collaboration and leadership among members by adding activities that promote teamwork and encouraging participants to actively pursue responsibility
- Assist in the routine cleaning schedule of the BGC Jane and Finch Club location you are working in
- Attending, where applicable, routine staff meetings and check-ins
- Use the provided technology to document, monitor, and report on member attendance and progress as requested

**Qualifications**

**_ Required:_**
- First Aid/ CPR
- Police Background Check
- High school diploma
- Attention to detail and ability to solve problems quickly and responsibly
- Excellent communication skills in both writing and speaking
- Experience working with children and/or youth

**_Preferred:_**
- College degree
- HIGH FIVE Certificate *
- _Denotes_ that this may be obtained following employment offer_

I ________ have read and understand that the above job expectations state the standards, practices and policies of BGC Jane and Finch Club. I understand that failure to fulfil these expectations and responsibilities may result in my dismissal and I will not be considered for future employment.
- _______ ______________________

Date Employee Signature
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Date Employer Signature

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