Junior Leader

**Junior Leader***:Summer Children's Programs**

**Position Overview**
Reporting to the Programmer, Recreation & Culture, the Junior Leader assists in providing summer day camp / playground opportunities for children and will directly lead and supervise the activities.

**Qualifications**
- As this position is funded by a Canada Summer Jobs grant incumbents must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Possess high energy level, enthusiasm, empathy and genuine interest in working with children.
- Demonstrated ability to safely and effectively supervise children.
- Knowledge of age appropriate activities.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment.
- Knowledge of behaviour management.
- Outdoor skills will be an asset.
- Valid standard first aid certification including CPR-C.
- Demonstrated initiative without supervision or specific direction; completing tasks by removing barriers and locating necessary resources.
- Demonstrated high level of focus on internal and external client service continuously seeking ways to meet and exceed client expectations.
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within a team and with Town employees, stakeholders and partners to achieve optimal results.
- Demonstrates valuing diversity.

**Additional Information**
- Employees currently receive Wellness Initiatives, including use of facilities at Frank Jameson Community Center
- Hours of work: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday
- Temporary Seasonal: June 26, 2024 - August 28, 2024
- Wage rate: $17.40/hour PLUS 10.8% in lieu of annual vacations, statutory holidays and benefits
- Benefits: As per the Collective Agreement

**Join** **our** **Team**
Nestled on the eastern shores of spectacular Vancouver Island the Town of Ladysmith has a population of approximately 9,000 people, provides an inviting small town atmosphere and yet, is only a short commute to all the amenities of a major urban centre. Residents enjoy excellent community and recreational facilities and year round opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

**Posting Date**
February 23, 2024

**Application Deadline**
**March 15, 2024**

**Application Information**
Visit **ladysmith.ca/careers** to view the job description for a full list of qualifications and to find out the status of this posting and other employment opportunities with the Town of Ladysmith.

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset