Summer Camp Counsellors

3 weeks ago


WhitchurchStouffville, Canada Community Living Toronto Full time

Do you have a passion for working with people with intellectual disabilities?

Here is an opportunity to join a dynamic team who come together each summer to provide memorable, meaningful, and fun camp experiences for guests with intellectual disabilities.

Owned and operated by Community Living Toronto, Shadow Lake is a bustling summer home-away-from-home for over 500 guests with special needs and over 80 staff members.

We are currently seeking **Camp Counsellors**

**ROLE SUMMARY**

Counsellors report directly to the Counselling Coordinator. They are responsible for the direct care of the guests. They assist the guests with all activities at camp and follow daily routines while camp to ensure campers have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Counsellors will:

- Ensure that all day to day necessities are taken care of for the guests
- Assist guests with all hygiene care (showering, toileting, shaving, etc.) as needed
- Ensure all dietary and healthcare needs are met
- Document and communicate any incidents
- Prepare communications that are sent home with guests (guest reports)
- Create and implement recreational activities and adapt them to guests needs
- Use positive behavior management strategies to de-escalate any situation
- Communicate with co-counsellors and all staff about guest’s needs
- Adhere and contribute to all staff meetings
- Adhere to all Shadow Lake/Community Living Toronto policies and procedures including any present or changing policies relating to COVID19

**Qualifications**
- 1+ years experience working with individuals with special needs
- 1+ years experience in a recreational setting running or participating in recreational activities
- Post-secondary education in developmental services field or similar, an asset
- First Aid/CPR and AED Certification

Prior to the first day of camp, all staff participate in a week-long training program, and on-line orientation. Everyone is required to obtain a police check prior to starting work.

Each year Community Living Toronto supports over 4,000 individuals and their families in over 80 locations across Toronto. For over 50 years, Community Living Toronto’s Shadow Lake Camp has provided even greater opportunities to live the organization’s commitment to fostering inclusive communities through a camping experience tailored to ensure individuals with intellectual disabilities enjoy a Canadian summer tradition.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2024

We thank everyone for their interest in Community Living Toronto; however only applicants with the necessary qualifications, experience and education will be contacted for an interview.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 14 weeks

Pay: $16.55-$17.05 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 49.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Every Weekend
- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-06-15
Expected start date: 2024-05-21



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