Internal/external - Summer Camp Inclusion Leaders - Victoria, Canada - West Shore Parks and Recreation

West Shore Parks and Recreation

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Internal/External Job Posting

POSITION:
Summer Camp Inclusion Leaders - multiple positions

SALARY:
$21.62 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits = $24.65 (Jan.2024 rates)

$22.05 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits = $25.14 (July.2024 rates)_ _**

CLASSIFICATION:
JB0- Program Instructor III

HOURS OF WORK:
Up to 9 weeks during the summer starting July 2nd, 2024. Monday to Friday, up to 8

Must be available for training hours some evenings and weekends during the months

of May and June. Dates are "To Be Determined".

STATUS:
Auxiliary

CLOSING DATE:
May 13th, 2024, at 12:00PM

COMPETITION #: 24-45

SUMMARY:
Are you a nurturing individual who has a passion to help others? West Shore Parks & Recreation is
seeking caring, flexible individuals to create positive experiences by facilitating and integrating child/children
with additional physical, behavioural, or developmental support requirements into a variety of summer camp
programs. Inclusion leaders may also assist with planning and implementing daily and weekly recreational
activities, focusing on providing children 5 to 12 years of age with the opportunity to cultivate friendships,
experience a wide variety of sports, games, arts, crafts, special events and develop lifetime skills. In addition to
good wages, we offer an additional 14% in pay, per hour, in lieu of benefits; access to counseling; a staff
facility pass to drop into the weightroom, fitness classes, skating, and pool; as well as the ability to play on our
9-hole golf course.

JOB DUTIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Facilitate participation and adapt activities as required for a child requiring support in camp.
Encourage independence where appropriate and assist in developing child's selfconfidence.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, children, colleagues and staff from

the Queen Alexandra Foundation.

Responsible for completing any necessary written documentation of the child's progress as part of

their designated care plan.

Assist instructor with developing and coordinating the weekly program schedule to promote social

experiences.

Promote and deliver safe, healthy, positive interactions, communications, diversity and learning

opportunities.

Promote and enhance creative ideas in all program areas such as arts and crafts, dramatic play, music

appreciation, science and nature and sports.

Skills, knowledge, and experience with specific areas such as sports, arts, crafts, and drama are an

asset.

Ability to be imaginative and flexible to ensure a fun environment is created for all camp participants.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work as an effective team member.

QUALIFICATIONS

Summer Camp Inclusion Leaders must be a minimum of 16 years of age.

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Minimum of 180 hours of experience working with school age children (aged 5 to 12 years). Experience

with children with disabilities or additional support needs, and behavior problems is required.

20 hours of proof of workshops/training courses.
Current Emergency First Aid and CPR C/AED is required prior to commencing employment.

A clear and current criminal record check is a condition of employment and is the financial responsibility of

Preferred Certificates:

one or more of these:

CLASS 4* unrestricted drivers' licence
HIGH FIVE certification
Training in Physical Literacy (Physical Literacy 101, NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills, Movement

Preparation)

APPLICATIONS
Resumes and cover letters quoting competition
24-45 to be received prior to
May 13th, 2024, at 12:00PM,

Attention:
Human Resources, West Shore Parks & Recreation Society, 1767 Island Highway, Victoria BC V9B 1J1,

Posted:
May 6th, 2023