Camp Counsellors
Camp Chief Hector YMCA
Contract
Start Date: June 24, 2018 (dependant on position)
End Date: August 31, 2018
Weekly Rate: $230-280
YMCA Calgary also offers multiple other perks and benefits;
-Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children.
-Gifts given to celebrate each year of employment
-Program discounts
-Ongoing leadership development and opportunities
-Leadership award opportunities
-Scholarship opportunities
-Paid recertification and training
What qualifications are we looking for?
At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following;
· Experience working with children to facilitate inclusion within activity-based programs
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification at minimum,
· Tripping Counsellors require a Wilderness Advanced First Aid Certification (provided; must be available for course dates in the spring)
· *Waterfront and Canoe Focus Trippers require Paddle Canada Canoe Instructor Certification (provided; must be available for course dates in the spring)
· Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
· Three professional references
What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?
There are various counsellor roles within Camp Chief Hector:
-General Counsellors
-Resource Counsellors (waterfront*, higher ground, horse, health center, arts and crats, administration, adventure playground)
-Tripping Counsellors (all required to hold a valid WAFA (40hour) certification):
- Hike Focus
- Horse Focus
- Canoe Focus*
- Arts Focus
All Counsellors will:
· Work as part of a collaborative team to support all campers
· Ensure the delivery of excellent service by identifying and responding in a professional and timely manner to the needs and wants of children and parents/guardians
· Be responsible for the general safety and development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in their group
· Support group development and creative a positive learning environment for all campers
· Be flexible and willing to support the team throughout a busy summer season
· Support the planning and facilitation of intentional, developmentally appropriate play-based learning activities. This includes engagement in active play outside, both scheduled and creative activities
· Ensure a safe and clean environment that is in good repair
· Establish and maintain effective communication standards with stakeholders and professionally represent YMCA Calgary both internally and with the broader community
· Provide support for YMCA initiatives
What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff?
Our staff model and are committed to the following competencies;
Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.
YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.
Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.
For any concerns or questions please contact Brittany Abernethy, Manager, Recruitment and Development.
Please note that Evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement