Summer Camp Specialists

3 weeks ago

Markham, Canada City of Markham Full time

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 3rd consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers, and ranked in the top three for Government Services by Forbes and Statista Inc The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader that stands out from other Canadian municipalities. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability. More than 353,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

**J**oin us and make a lasting difference**

**Job Summary**

Camp Specialist at the Markham Museum are responsible for the daily supervision of campers and delivery of education based camp programs focused around STEM, history and the environment. As a Camp Specialist they will supervise a group of 7-10 campers (ages ranging between 4-13 years old) and additional volunteers for their group.

Through effective leadership and programming, they will enable children and youth to develop skills, make friends, socialize and build self-esteem. Accountable for the well-being of a group of campers, ensuring camp activities are safe, educational, inclusive, high quality and meet the Museum overall goals.

**Start Date**: Part-time training hours throughout June 2023 and full-time from end of June 2023 to end of August 2023.

**Responsibilities**
- Delivers a variety of education based activity plans daily to a group of campers as approved and outline by the Camp Director and Museum Program Coordinator in the daily camp schedule.
- Helps to ensure programming is adapted to camper needs with regards to safety, hygiene, weather, breaks etc.
- Keeps attendance records and promptly reports absences to the Camp Supervisor/Director, maintains ratios and completes headcounts according to City Camp Policies & Procedures.
- 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.
- Prepares and organizes program equipment and supplies for specialized program, reporting any inventory shortages to the Camp Supervisor.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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.
- Maintains positive, constructive relationships with camp staff and volunteers with the goal of meeting camper needs. Works with inclusion staff as needed to ensure all campers are able to participate.
- Coaches and mentors camp counsellors, volunteers and campers.
- Provides regular updates and feedback to the Camp Supervisor.
- Participates in pre-camp orientation and training sessions, supporting the Camp Supervisor where necessary.
- Other duties as required.

**Requirements**:

- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Preferably two years Camp Experience or Equivalent in education and experience,
- Currently enrolled taking course relating to Technology, Science and/or Engineering based or related field.
- Experience working with children;
- Knowledge of child development;
- Knowledge of program planning would be an asset;
- Leadership experience i.e. student council member, leadership role on youth council,
- Experience/education in a specialized field such as archaeology, history, anthropology, sciences, urban nature, engineering, têxtiles, fashion, pottery and Education.
- General interest in the Museum field.
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR ‘C’ required;
- Certification or proven knowledge in a specialized skill area as indicated by camp guidelines is required;
- HIGH FIVE Healthy Child Development is required;
**Core Behaviours**:

- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovatio**n: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relationship Building**: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- ** Communication**: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- ** Accountable & Results Oriented**: Demonstrates et

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