Barge Driver Resource Staff at Camp for People with Disabilities

CAMP HEALTH, HOPE & HAPPINESS (Camp He Ho Ha)
Camp Health, Hope & Happiness is Alberta’s leading summer recreational facility for individuals with mental and physical disabilities. We are a residential camp where campers and staff are on site 24/7 during their 6-day stay.

The term of employment is from May 11th to August 19th, 2023.
Mandatory training runs from May 11th to 21st, 2023.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Abide by the Camp Philosophy that “Campers Come First”.
Responsible for the Barge and Boat House area, procedures and programming before the start of each camp.
Responsible for transporting camper luggage from Edmonton to Camp He Ho Ha in a cube truck.
Responsible for the organization of fishing and water safety supplies.
Responsible for ordering supplies and equipment while keeping within a budget.
To offer a variety of activities geared to camper’s interests, encouraging independence and skill development.
Plan appropriate and substantial programs for 5 cabins with attention to adapting and interests.
Responsible for all camp wide afternoon/evening activities as well as special programs.
To plan and prepare all details of camp wide activities and evening programs as well as host each event as a co-main facilitator.
Work equally as a team to plan themes and programs for each camp week.
For every camp, hand out an information sheet to each cabin explaining the upcoming week’s programs including; activity explanation, locations, expectations of counselors, timelines, etc.
Maintain good communication with counseling staff and remain open to suggestions and ideas.
Consult with the camp coordinators in advance to arrange for supplies, food items, themes, etc. required for a program.
Other duties as needed.
To attend meetings scheduled by the Camp Coordinators.
Directly responsible to the Camp Coordinators.