Camp Lead Hand

Posted January 17, 2023

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as part of the Education team to modify and adapt activities to ensure successful participation by all campers;
• Creates, prepares, and provides alternative activities for small groups as necessary;
• Helps prepare and care for program materials and artifacts;
• Develops positive relationships among the various participants of the day and overnight camps with an emphasis on the few children requiring additional support;
• Supports children with disabilities and creates opportunities for them to be actively involved in the camp activities;
• Maintains regular and contact with parents and guardians of participants with disabilities;
• Leads in the training, orientation, mentoring, and volunteers assisting with camp in regard to special needs;
• Conducts clerical work such as phoning parents, filling out forms, etc as needed;
• Completes the required Recreation Inclusion Facilitator training;
• Creates an End of Season Report;
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Some post secondary education in related areas (Western Canadian History, Education, etc);
• Experience in a camp or teaching environment; prior experience working with children with disabilities is considered an asset;
• At least 18 years of age and satisfactory confirmation of a clear Police Information Check;
• Standard First Aid and CPR certification required.

Skills

• Must be enthusiastic and enjoy working in a camp setting;
• Demonstrate responsible leadership and the ability to approach tasks independently;
• Strong organizational and communication skills;
• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment;
• Mature judgement and respect towards others.

Special Clothing and Equipment

• This position will be required to wear appropriate costuming provided by Heritage Park.

Special Working Conditions

• This position may be required to stand or walk for long periods of time.

Hours of Work

• 5 days per week, typically Monday- Friday
• Hours will vary depending on camp schedules; evening and weekend work may be required

How to Apply

Please fill out the form below or send your resume and cover letter by email to hr@heritagepark.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.