Summer Camp Coordinator

**Contract Dates**:May to August 2024

**Pre-Camp (8 Weeks)**:

- May 5th to June 28th full time (35 hours).
- Mandatory pre-camp activities and training in May and June. Dates will be provided at the interview.
- Get to Know You Pizza Night (Weeknight in May
- Dates TBD)
- 1 day Inclusion Training in May (weekend) (dates TBD)
- Senior Staff Retreat/Planning Training (Three days in May
- Dates TBD)
- BBQ Fundraiser (Weeknight in June
- Dates TBD)
- Second Fundraiser (Dates TBD)
- Staff Training (Weekend in June
- Dates TBD)

**Camp (8 weeks)**:

- June 30th to August 22nd full time hours (43.75 hours)
- Camp will operate on July 1st
- Please note Coordinators must be on site for the full 8 weeks of camp; no time off will be granted between July and August

**Hours of Work**: Typical hours of work during the camp season (July-August) are Monday to Friday, 8-5 pm (43.75 hours per week). Weekend and evening hours may be required, based on programming needs.

Assist with before and after care as scheduled.

**Compensation**:$20.00/hr

**Work Locations**: Laurel Creek Conservation Area & St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

**About Us**

**Position Description**

Reporting to the Camp Director, Camp K is seeking an Explorer Coordinator to facilitate and supervise our Explorer camp program. This position will ensure quality programming is provided to upwards of 35-40 Explorer campers, ages 10-13 of all backgrounds, genders and abilities, so they experience a safe, fulfilling and purposeful experience. The Explorer Coordinator will be responsible for developing and evaluating the Explorer program to ensure it is well-balanced and age appropriate, liaising with parents/caregivers and supervising and mentoring staff.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist Camp Director with Staff interviews and hiring.
- Assist the Camp Director in the development and delivery of staff training and facilitate Skill Training Day to Explorer staff.
- Assist in planning and attend mandatory pre-camp activities (Fish Fry Fundraiser, Camp Commissioning, etc.).
- Attend Camp K Committee meeting(s) as needed.
- Complete Explorer pre-summer administration tasks in preparation for this year’s Camp program, including creating Explorer program plans, arranging purchasing of supplies, Camp site preparation, parent/caregiver communication, and preparation of administrative materials.
- Supervise day-to-day Explorer program operations; ensure the delivery of a safe, campers-first focused, inclusive and age appropriate program in accordance with Camp K guidelines.
- Manage, execute and supervise the Campout (overnight camping for the Explorers) with support of Explorer staff - required to stay overnight.
- Take action to deal with incidents, emergencies and parent/caregiver, staff or camper concerns.
- Assist with the integration of LITs, inclusion staff, and private inclusion support workers.
- Mentor, support, provide ongoing feedback and evaluate staff, based on program evaluations, parent/caregiver and camper feedback and safety requirements.
- Provide excellent customer service and open communication to campers, parents/caregivers, and staff.
- Help foster a positive relationship with Laurel Creek Conservation Area staff.
- Write an end of summer report summarizing successes, challenges and suggestions for the next year within one-month end of camp.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.

**Required Knowledge and Skills**:

- Prior experience working with and planning for children and youth in a camp setting.
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism, leadership, interpersonal, customer service and dynamic facilitation skills.
- Knowledge in effective behaviour management techniques.
- Experience supervising and mentoring others.
- Team leader with strong organizational, communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Basic swimming ability is required.
- Comfortable working in a high paced, active and outdoor camp environment.
- Knowledge of applicable provincial/federal legislation, health and safety regulations, and OCA standards considered an asset.
- Knowledge of CampBrain considered an asset.
- Knowledge of Explorer skills (canoeing, creation station, archery and survival) considered an asset (skills descriptions below)

**Qualifications/Work Requirements**:

- Standard First Aid/CPR level C (or willing to obtain as a condition of hiring).
- Lifesaving Society SafeGuard considered an asset.
- A current Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and current within 6 months of camp start date will be required upon hire.
- Must be 18 years of age as of June 29, 2024.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must be prepared to work flexible hours including evening, weekends and statutory holidays as required.
- Attend all mandatory training and pre-camp events.

**Camp Skills Descriptions**

**Canoeing**

Campers will learn the parts and care of a paddle and a canoe. They will learn the basic canoe strokes, be able

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