Camp Area Supervisors, Camping and Outdoor - Dunrobin, Canada - YMCA Ottawa

YMCA Ottawa

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Dunrobin, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Position:
Camp Area Supervisors, Camping and Outdoor Education (Camp Otonabee)

Location: 1620 Sixth Line Rd RR #1, Dunrobin, ON K0A 1T0

Type:
Casual, part-time contract, hourly rate of $16.00.

Preferred start date:
Monday, Jun 26, 2023

Closing date:
Friday, Jun 23, 2023

Overview:

As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of the National Capital Region responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide lasting solutions.

Serving thousands of people across our region annually, we are a leader and valued partner in creating a vibrant and healthy community where everyone belongs and can reach their full potential.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, respect, and inclusion, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

Working for the Y

Are you looking to use your skills and unique gifts to make a real difference in your community? The YMCA of the National Capital Region is a great workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences, and identities are appreciated and celebrated.

The YMCA provides hundreds of employees with meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities.

We recognize the contributions of our staff through innovative practices, great benefits, and growth opportunities.

Whether you are starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, you will find many exciting opportunities to achieve your personal and career goals.

Some of the benefits of working for the Y include:

What we offer

At the Y, you will be part of a vibrant and diverse network of people whose shared vision is to change lives and make our communities home to the healthiest children, teens, adults and families.

Our competitive wage and benefit package includes:

Free Y membership.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program

What you offer?

Reporting to the Camp Director, the Otonabee Summer Camp Area Supervisor supervises and implements the delivery of quality recreational programs, services and experiences to children and youth aged 4 to 16 enrolled at Camp Otonabee.

The Otonabee Summer Camp Area Supervisor supervises counsellors, section heads and program staff and provides them with tools to create a meaningful camp experience for all participants as they engage in outdoor activities, discover nature and enjoy the natural environment, build self-confidence and establish lasting friendships.

Campers can experience canoeing, rock climbing, kayaking, swimming, and more.

The Camp Area Supervisor ensures that children and have a positive experience leading to personal growth through fun and rewarding recreation and sport programs.

This position fosters self-esteem as well as problem solving and conflict resolution skills in program participants, while working to create an atmosphere of safety, belonging and positive development in accordance with Y policies and procedures.

This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of responsibility, honesty, caring, and respect, which form the foundation of all Y programs and services.

The Camp Area Supervisor presents a professional appearance and attitude at all times, and ensures excellent customer service is provided to members and participants by proactively addressing concerns or issues and escalating them to the Coordinator of Camping, as necessary.

This position ensures that health and safety regulations and YMCA policies and procedures are upheld.

The Camp Area Supervisor adheres to and ensures that the mission, purpose, image and core values of the YMCA of the National Capital Region are conveyed to members, staff and volunteers with every interaction.

Possible Areas of Focus:

Counselling & Camper Care
Land Programming
Water Programming
Overnight Programming
Inclusion

Some of the tasks of this position include:

Ability to give first priority to the camper's needs
Participate in swimming, canoeing, rock climbing, and other activities
Provide high quality facilitation of all program areas at Camp Otonabee
Assist in the creation, development, and maintenance of programs at Camp Otonabee
Support in the training of staff
Provide customer service to all of our parents and campers
Perform some housekeeping responsibilities sanitation of equipment, program areas, etc.
Assist in set up and take down of equipment

What qualifications and abilities are we looking for?

At YMCA of the National Capital Region, we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals.

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