Junior Camp Counsellor

3 months ago

Ottawa, Canada Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa Full time
This role is a temporary full-time STUDENT contract beginning June 24, 2023 and running until August 26, 2023, earning $4000 for the summer, depending on qualifications and experience.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Located in Eganville, ON, Camp Smitty is operated by BGC Ottawa, offers a beautiful lakefront setting, fantastic staff team, and dynamic programs for campers aged 8 to 16 years old. Working closely with the Camp Manager, the Junior Residential Camp Counselor will play a leadership role in assisting in the development of exceptional camper experiences, program offerings with measurable outcomes, and strong role modelling relationships to campers.

Major Responsibility 1: Provide leadership and supervision of the camp program in conjunction with the Camp Manager and YDPS staff

Activities: Support and actively participate in all camp activities. Follow all BGC policies and procedures Assist in the development and delivery of program Support fellow counselors to deliver program effectively. Be a positive role model for youth Support and promote teamwork at Camp Smitty Report any concerns regarding staff to manager, Communicate relevant information to manager Supervise campers appropriately throughout programming Any other duties as required by the BGCO Manager

Major Responsibility 2: Training

Activities: Complete staff training on BGC policy and procedure provided by Camp Manager Actively participate in staff meetings and staff evaluation Align programming with BGCO strategic direction

Major Responsibility 3: Program duties

Activities: Ensure program area is maintained and clean on a regular basis Communicate program needs and concerns to supervisors Develop engaging relationships with all campers

Demonstrated Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills Demonstrated leadership skills Ability to build constructive relationships with children and youth in groups and on an individual basis Ability to work as part of a team Effective communication skills Demonstrate confidence leading activities and groups. Knowledge of issues that affect children and youth Knowledge of various aspects of child development and outdoor education Knowledge of child protection act Knowledge of anti-discriminatory practice Multilingualism is an asset Lifeguard certification is an asset

Required Education, Training and Experience

Currently in high school or post secondary education Previous experience working with children and youth HIGH FIVE certificate is an asset  Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa values diversity. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. This means that all job applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national origins, sex, marital status, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.There are the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.Example: Much of the work is performed in an active environment. The employee is required to conduct labour including to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

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