Summer Camp Counsellor
Overview
JOIN OUR TEAM! The YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg Counsellor – Full Time Camp Stephens, Lake of the Woods, Kenora, Ontario (Live on Site) Spring (May 20-June 26) & Summer (June 28-August 29) Employment 2020 Do you love working with children? Want to help provide a high quality camp experience for every child? Excited about spending your Spring and Summer on an island in beautiful Lake of the Woods? Camp Stephens provides a unique opportunity for everyone. As a camp counsellor you will work directly with campers, ensuring they have a safe, fun, supportive and positive experience while helping them to grow and develop as individuals. Why work at the Y? • Great people and work environment with an amazing view • Complimentary Y individual membership • Many opportunities for growth and advancement • Super rewarding job, helping kids have a remarkable camp experience • We are awesome!
Qualifications
Are you the right fit? Able to plan and deliver age and ability appropriate camp programs Supports and supervises campers at all scheduled activities Able to manage cabin group dynamics to ensure a positive experience for all campers Willing to ensure the needs of assigned campers are being met (including physical, emotional, social, medical and nutritional) Provides additional support to the larger team as needed What else do you need? Must be at least 18 years of age or have a high school diploma Standard First Aid & CPR C Bronze Cross Globally Harmonized System (will train) Assets: • Canoe Tripping I • National Lifeguard (NL) • Advanced First Aid • Other outdoor activity certifications The YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg is committed to providing a safe environment for children and vulnerable individuals. All applicants will be thoroughly screened through a review process including Police Record Checks with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Checks. We thank you for your interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contact
Submit your cover letter, resume and three references by February 14, 2020 to: Mat Klachefsky, Camp Director mat.klachefsky@ymanitoba.ca