Day Camp Counsellor

6 months ago

Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

The Northern Alberta YMCA is looking for Day Camp Counsellors to provide leadership for and create a safe, positive, and fun environment for our campers, fellow staff, and volunteers. As a Day Camp Counsellor, you will work with other counsellors to provide a memorable summer for our campers and your peers.
As a counsellor, you will benefit from a comprehensive one-week training program prior to camp start. You will learn best practices in behaviour management, program design, team communication and collaboration. You will enhance your problem solving and customer service skills and learn to navigate parent concerns with the help of your leaders.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to start their career or just to gain experience and learn new skills in a fun and supportive environment

**Our Culture**

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

**We are welcoming.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

**We are genuine.**
We value you and embrace your individuality.

**We are hopeful.**
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

**We are nurturing.**
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

**We are determined.**
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us

**Essential Functions**
- Lead day camp programming by maintaining attendance and program records, plan and direct lesson plans and program activities, and prepare and distribute evaluations of programs
- Active supervision of campers and volunteers; manage camper behavior in accordance with the Day Camp Behavior Management Policies and Procedures
- Ensure all safety documents are accurately and effectively completed. Ensure a safe environment for all campers, volunteers, and staff at all times
- Lead by example and promote a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, diversity, and social inclusion
- Attend all Day Camp training and other YMCA training sessions as required

**What You'll Need**
- High-school Diploma or in pursuit of post-secondary education in a field connected to children and youth is an asset. (Recreation, Child Studies, Education, Physical Education, etc.)
- Experience working with children and youth in a camp environment is preferred
- Customer service experience is an asset - ability to communicate with parents, families, and volunteers
- Must have Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C prior to hire (the Y will provide support in registration $60 after YMCA Discount)
- Important: As this role is responsible for the care of children, we require a Police Information Check to be provided in advance of your first day of work. Instructions will be provided at the time of offer. If under 18, you will sign a declaration. If over 18, you will need to provide a Police Information Check with results satisfactory to the YMCA of Northern Alberta.

**Training Schedule - Subject to Change**

**Counsellor and Coordinator Training**:
**Meet and Greet: Early June**- Finalize hiring documents, initiation of online child protection training.**In-person Counsellor **Training Start: June 24**- Day 1 - Role expectations and team building-
- Day 2 - Program management, Physical Literacy-
- Day 3 - Pre and Post care training, Inclusivity-
- Day 4 - Health, Safety, and Child Protection-
- Day 5 - Recap, team building**What the Y Brings to you**
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities along
- Comprehensive career training provided that will help you gain versatile skills and build your working credentials by obtaining Coaching and training certifications provided through internal Y training
- Welcoming and fun work culture that promotes healthy friendships, team and relationship-building.
- Ongoing career opportunities within the Y

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