Volunteer Program Assistant - Sooke, Canada - YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island

YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island

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Sooke, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Camp Thunderbird Program Assistant (Volunteer)

Location:
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island Outdoor Centre/Camp Thunderbird (Sooke, BC)***
Vacancies:5***
Classification:Volunteer

Placement:
June 24, 2023 until end of August
- *NOTE: These positions are dependent on BC Provincial Health Orders and Guidelines (related to the _

COVID19 pandemic) and sufficient registration levels. _

Nature and Scope:

Our Camp Thunderbird Program Assistant Volunteers love working with children and are committed to
providing quality camping experiences for children and youth, while demonstrating the Y's core values
of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness. Camp Thunderbird staff build healthy
communities by leading and sharing outdoor and wilderness experiences with children ages 5 through

Our 1200 acres of wilderness and commitment to camping excellence ensure that children leave

with increased confidence and self-esteem, new skills, and a deeper appreciation of the importance of
the natural environment. Camp Thunderbird offers canoeing, rock climbing, kayaking, archery,
orienteering, ropes courses, swimming, mass games, campfires and drama games. These volunteers also
participate in daily cleaning, maintenance, and janitorial duties.

Successful applicants will be energetic, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of
belonging for all participants. Staff live on-site during our program season in rustic accommodation.
Program Assistant volunteers share accommodation and eat all meals with campers who sleep at camp.
The requirement/availability of staff accommodation is dependent on continued approval of BC Health
Authorities and standards set by the BCCA - if overnight camps are affected by COVID-19 pandemic
restrictions, staff will need to have local accommodations.

Responsibilities:

Enthusiastically lead campers in all activities and provide support for the individual and group

needs of children in their care, up to 24 hours/day, with the support of a counsellor mentor

Adhere to YMCA Camping and BCCA accreditation standards in program and service delivery
Promote, incorporate and role model the YMCA-YWCA core values in all program activities
Learn to organize and instruct group activities and games, create lesson plans, participate in

- program delivery and campfires; adjust programs and make changes as required

Ensure the safety of all participants
Demonstrate, promote and role model exceptional interpersonal skills, and a love of working

- with children and youth

Assist with other camprelated duties, which could include the maintenance of site and

equipment, kitchen duties (when in service), cleaning and janitorial work (all staff assist in these
areas as well)

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Qualifications:

Current Standard First Aid with CPR C
Current Bronze Cross required; current National Lifeguard preferred but not required

Completed Grade 1

A clean Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required
Current Wilderness First Aid an asset
Hiking, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing certifications an asset (training provided)
Proof of full COVID19 vaccination is required (2 doses)**
Competencies:
Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
Commitment to Health and Safety
Communication
Creativity and Innovation
Teamwork

to:
Human Resources
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island

_Please Note:
_

_1.

Application Deadline:
noon Monday May 1st, 2023._

_received; interviews will be offered prior to May 1st. _

_2. __Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position._
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**_The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer.
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