March Break Camp Counsellor
Job No:
MVC29
Location:
Almonte
Title: March Break Camp Counsellor
Casual - Hiring for March 10th - 14th. Join this hiring pool, with opportunities for additional future roles (P.A day camps and summer camp program positions).
Pay: $18 - 19/hr
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Summary: |
The Counsellor is responsible for ensuring the safety, care and enjoyment of the registrants in Mill of Kintail Camp Programs. The Counsellor works both indoors and outdoors, primarily outdoors facilitating programs in all kinds of weather conditions. The Counsellor also helps maintain the cleanliness and safety features of Conservation Area facilities. |
Main Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list)
- Responsible for ensuring the safety, enjoyment and care of the participants
- Follow the program set out by the Head Counsellor
- Responsible for following policies of and schedules set out by MVCA and the Head Counsellor (e.g. signing in and out procedures, schedule of activities, etc.)
- Responsible for engaging the participants in a fun, enjoyable and educational experience
- Other duties as assigned by the Head Counsellor
Required Education/Experience/Skills
- Secondary or post-secondary student in environmental studies, natural science, outdoor recreation or related program.
- Previous work or volunteer experience with children in an educational or recreational setting.
- First Aid and CPR (Standard Level)
- Must be flexible and easily adaptable to rapidly changing situations.
- Strong verbal communication skills in English
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Negative Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check
Effort
- Physical activity all day every day.
- Most of the program takes place outdoors in different weather conditions (indoors during extreme weather).
Working Conditions
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- 80% of work is performed outside and may include periods of inclement weather
- 20% of work is performed indoors
- May be exposed to inclement weather
- May be exposed to frustrated customers
Language
- English.