Junior Counsellor: Elmwood Discovery Camp

3 weeks ago


Ottawa, Canada Elmwood School Full time

Under the supervision of a Senior Counsellor, the Junior Counsellor will provide support within an assigned group of campers and contribute as a member of the team, ensuring that March Break camp is engaging, inspiring and an overall enjoyable and safe experience for all campers.

**Specific Responsibilities**:

- Work closely with a Senior Counsellor, providing support within an assigned area
- Work cooperatively and fully participate in all activities of the camp program
- Observe and promote all rules and regulations established for the camps, including Elmwood’s employee code of conduct
- Ensure the safety and supervision of the campers at all times
- Ensure that Covid-19 Safety protocols and Government regulations are being followed

**Knowledge and Skills**:

- Team-oriented and a demonstrated ability to work well with others and follow direction
- Energetic and enthusiastic
- Reliable and responsible
- Good communication skills
- Creative and a problem-solver
- Excellent role model, demonstrating appropriate behaviour at all times

**Workplace Requirements**:

- As a condition of employment, both a criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening and government-issued proof of full immunization against COVID-19 are required
- Standard First Aid and CPR - C
- Must be at least 15 years old

**In your cover letter, please provide the following**:

- Highlight previous camp or coaching experience (including ages of children)
- Experience (if any) with Elmwood Camps (as a camper or volunteer)
- Indicate the age group of youth that you would prefer to work with
- Indicate your areas of interest (STEM, Arts, Sports, etc.)

**Hours of work**:
This position is Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week) from March 13 - 17, 2023 (1 week)



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