Summer Camp Leader

**Camp Leader Job Description**

**Purpose**:
The purpose of the Mississippi Mills Youth Centre (MMYC) is to strengthen the emotional, social, mental, and physical health and wellness of youth aged 10-18, especially those who may be at risk due to their socio-economic environments, social and familial relationships, and school situations. We accomplish this by providing a safe, supervised environment where youth develop social and practical skills to become engaged and productive members of society. MMYC offers casual drop-in programs as well as structured programming, including fundraising and community partnership events, all at low or no cost to participants.

The Camp Leader, in conjunction with the Executive Director, Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator, is responsible for supporting facilitation and supervision of activities, field trips, work shops, community initiatives and special events during summer camp.

**MMYC Mission**:To support youth in the discovery of themselves and their community.

**MMYC Vision**:Confident, contributing, content youth.

**MMYC Values**:Respect, inclusion, integrity, safety, responsibility, pride, fairness, fun and connections.

**Accountability**:
The Camp Leader position reports directly to the MMYC Executive Director and indirectly to the Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator.

**Qualifications**:
1. Availability and flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

2. Knowledge and familiarity with local support agencies would be a strong asset.

3. Knowledge of, or previous work or volunteer experience with youth aged 10-18 would be considered an asset.

4. Clean and current Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) report issued by Ontario Provincial Police, or eligibility and willingness to obtain same upon hiring.

5. Valid First Aid and CPR level C, or willingness and ability to obtain same upon hiring.

6. Aged 15-30

**Duties**:
1. Plan, develop and organize program activities for MMYC summer camp for youth 10-18.

2. Working with Program Coordinator, Project Coordinator to facilitate activities during summer camp. Participate actively and enthusiastically in programs with the youth.

3. Providing supervision to youth, pursuant to MMYC Policies and Procedures while ensuring a physically and emotionally safe and healthy environment.

4. Provide feedback to the Program Coordinator and Project Coordinator in a timely manner about any issues or concerns with programs and/or camp participants and assist with conflict resolution amongst program participants.

5. Model the values and mission of the centre in all interactions with youth, their families and the community, staff colleagues and engage with others in a professional and friendly manner.

6. Ensure a safe and healthy environment for youth, staff and volunteers by adhering to policies, procedures and good common sense as well as confidentiality protocols.

7. Supporting community engagement and fundraising initiative of the centre.

8. Assisting in maintaining the youth centre in a clean and organized state, inside and outside.

9. Assist youth in preparing and serving and serving nutritious snacks and meals while teaching and modelling kitchen safety and balance eating.

10. Maintain accurate and current data of program participants and participate in program evaluations.

11. Participate in full orientation and training schedule.

12. Other duties assigned by the Executive Director.

**Working Conditions**:
The Mississippi Mills Youth Centre Camp Leader role is a full-time position beginning on June 26th, 2023, and ending on September 2nd, 2023, with varying hours. This position requires evening and weekend availability.

**Disclaimer**

The information presented in this job description indicated the general nature and level of work expected of the Camp Leader. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of the employee assigned to this job. All MMYC personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 10 weeks

**Salary**: $15.50 per hour

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Almonte, ON K0A 1A0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-05-31
Expected start date: 2023-06-26