Camp Counsellor

Description:

The camp is located on the shores of beautiful Lac de L'achigan in Saint-Hippolyte. We are an English summer camp that welcomes about 100 young people from 6 to 17 years old. The majority of our campers are followed in youth protection. Camp Weredale offers these young people a safe and beautiful environment in which they can be close to nature, create lifelong friendships, and hopefully begin to heal.

Responsible to:

One of two Assistant Directors

Job Description:

Unique opportunity to work with children and youth who are facing challenges or who are receiving Youth Protection Services.

You would be responsible to provide campers with a well-rounded camp experience; ensure the welfare, health and safety of campers as well as develop and animate activity programming for designated camper groups.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Participate in pre-camp training and orientation;
• To play an active role in promoting a positive and constructive camp environment;
• Work in teams of two (2) or more, supervising and animating groups of campers;
• Supervise the health, safety, and personal belongings of assigned campers;
• To oversee and assist campers with their daily hygiene routines as needed;
• To be with assigned campers and participate with them at all times during daily activities such as swimming, sports, evening activities and Special Interest Programs;
• Participate in overnight tripping programs with campers;
• Ensure cabin cleanup is done and involves all campers;
• To develop and/or assist in the development and implementation of activities;
• To attend all scheduled staff meetings and participate in formal and informal supervision;
• To respect all camp policies, procedures, guidelines and rules;
• To perform all other related tasks as requested by the immediate supervisor;

Requirements:

• Must have completed Secondary 5 and preferably one year of college;
• Prior experience or study in a related field would be considered an asset;
• Must have excellent communication skills;
• Must have the ability to relate to children;
• Must be comfortable in, and respectful of, a group living environment;
• Must be punctual and capable of respecting a camp preset schedule;
• Must be capable of respecting confidentially regarding camper medical, behavioral issues and family history.

Salary Offered:

$2,000 to $2,300 depending on education and relevant experience

Employment Status:

Summer, full-time, day, evening, weekend. Transportation, lodging, and food are included at Camp Weredale during the stay.

Duration of Employment:

June 14, 2024, to August 15, 2024.

To apply send your resume to campweredale@hotmail.com.