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Camp Counsellor
Overview
What would you be doing?
• establish relationships with youth, aged 12-16, that reflect respect, trust and empathy
• support the successful execution of intentional camp programs and wilderness trip experiences, connecting them back to the program outcomes
• encourage camper development at their own pace recognizing their achievements
• respond appropriately when addressing challenging camper behaviours as they arise
• model healthy choices and emotional maturity
• exhibit a constant duty of care for our campers, and appropriately assess and respond to risks
• be challenged physically and mentally as you live in an overnight camp or wilderness setting for 10 day sessions, with 2 days of break in between
Qualifications
Does this sound like you?
• at least 18 years old
• experienced at working with youth aged 12 – 16
• fit to participate in multi-day backpacking/canoeing trips, and maintain energy and focus to support campers in physical and emotional obstacles
• certified in Standard First Aid or Wilderness First Aid (WFA), or are willing to obtain
• to provide an acceptable criminal background check