Camp Counsellor

5 days ago

Markham, Canada City of Markham Full time

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

**Work Locations**:

- ** North Area (Angus Glen C.C., Crosby C.C. and surrounding areas)**:

- ** East Area (Cornell C.C., Centennial C.C. and surrounding areas)**:

- ** South East Area (Aaniin & Rouge River C.C.)**:

- ** South West Area (Milliken Mills & Armadale C.C.)**:

- ** West Area (Thornhill C.C., Thornlea C.C. and surrounding areas)**:

- ** Chimo (Outdoor camp)**

**Work Period**:

- ** Casual Training Schedule - June 1 to mid-June 2024 - Schedule to be determined**:

- ** Full time (35 hours per week) from June 27 to end of August 2024 - 100% in-person**

**JOB SUMMARY**:
Manages a group of campers in one of the City of Markham’s Summer Camps with responsibilities including program planning, program delivery and administration. Supervises a group of 6-10 campers (pre-schoolers, children or youth). Coaches and mentors junior counsellors and volunteers.

Through effective leadership and programming, enables campers to develop skills, make friends, socialize and build self-esteem. Accountable for the well-being of a group of campers under the guidance of the Camp Supervisor, ensuring camp activities are safe, inclusive and high quality.

**JOB DUTIES**:

- Facilitates daily camp activities such as sports, games, swimming, crafts and special events. Helps to ensure programming is adapted to camper needs with regards to safety, hygiene, weather, breaks etc.
- Closely monitors camper conduct and provides in-water supervision for some camps.
- Keeps attendance records and promptly reports absences to the Camp Supervisor. This includes knowing the location of each camper at all times during camp operation.
- Develops and writes lesson plans in conjunction with the Camp Supervisor.
- Participates in the delivery of the before and after care program
- Prioritizes child well-being, safety and protection throughout the camp. Evaluates situations for potential risks to the safety, protection and well-being of campers and staff, proactively taking mitigating actions to address such risks.
- Ensures the well-being, safety and protection of each camper in his/her assigned group.
- Serves as a liaison with parents of campers, reinforcing City of Markham customer service, diversity and inclusion (special needs, ethno-cultural, English as second language, socio-economic).
- Prepares and organizes program equipment and supplies, reporting any inventory shortages to the Camp Supervisor.
- Demonstrates the confidence and ability to make decisions independently of peers and in the best interests of the campers. Resolves problems and conflicts effectively as they arise.
- Ensures all participants are aware of upcoming events and schedule changes.
- Organizes and assists with set-up and clean-up of camp events, activities and programs.
- Follows City of Markham policies and procedures in program activities.
- Maintains positive, constructive relationships with camp staff and volunteers with the goal of meeting camper needs.
- Works with Inclusion counsellors and participants to provide inclusive programming.
- Coaches and mentors junior counsellors, volunteers and campers.
- Provides regular updates and feedback to the Camp Supervisor.
- Participates in orientation and training sessions, supporting the Camp Supervisor where necessary.
- Other duties as required.

**JOB QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Must be 16 years of age by June 1, 2024.
- Experience working with children; knowledge of child development, crafts, sports, music and/or games;
- Experience in a leadership capacity is required ie. student council member, leadership role on youth council, previous experience as a camp counsellor/jr counsellor or related
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR 'C' required
- HIGH FIVE Healthy Child Development is required
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), Behaviour Management Training or Safe Management is an asset
- Must be able to directly supervise children in swimming pools
- Must be able to work in a variety of work environments i.e. indoors (with or without air conditioning), and outdoors

**All required certificates must be in good standing by the end of May 2024.**

**CORE BEHAVIOURS**
- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovation**: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relati

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