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Arts and Crafts Specialist
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
To participate in pre-camp training and orientation.
To play an active role in promoting a positive and constructive camp environment.
To plan and oversee all arts and crafts programs during activity periods.
To ensure the safety of campers and staff when involved in crafting programs.
To properly maintain the Arts and Crafts room as well as all equipment and supplies.
To maintain an inventory of materials and to recommend and requisition equipment and supplies as needed.
To oversee the set-up, operation and maintenance of the camp library.
To promote literacy activities at camp.
To support performance art activities (drama, talent shows, singing, costumes, props).
To support, plan, implement and participate in evening programs and large scale event days
To participate in hutline duty, waterfront tasks and night off replacement duties
To assume duties of cabin counselor on occasion, if required.
To prepare a year-end report with recommendations for the following season.
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 be outgoing, enthusiastic and passionate about the arts.
Must have the ability to organize and teach Arts and Crafts activities.
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, behavioural issues and family history.
Salary Offered:
To be discussed based on 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 12, 2026, to August 13, 2026.
If you are interested in becoming part of our team please send your resume to campweredale@hotmail.com