Camp Leader - Mississauga, Canada - Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services

Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services

Verified Company

Mississauga, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position Title:
Camp Leader

Organization Structure:
Reports to Programs Manager

Terms:
Canada Summer Jobs

Job Status:
Contract starting July 4, August 28, 2023

Number of Positions: 3

Location:
Mississauga

Hourly Rate:
$15.50/hour for 35 hrs per week

This is NOT a Bargaining Unit Position

Scope:
Lead recreation programs for a variety of age groups as a Camp Leader. You will be
partnered with an ECE teacher to promote health and well-being of young community
members.

Responsibilities:

Develop a plan of activities that promote the health and well-being of young community
members
Introduce various sports at the recreational level to local community members
Promote and engage community members in physical activities that focus on team
building and leadership skills
Monitor and report on activities under his/her supervision
Provide an ongoing and final evaluation of introduced programs
Provide weekly activity reports and incident reports (if any occur)
Be responsible for the use and maintenance of all program equipment
Responsible for delivery/participation in all scheduled programs/activities.
Responsible for daily duties such as greeting participants/parents, organizing equipment
and distributing and collecting permission slips
Liaise with Community Centre staff regarding programs/events
Promote and create awareness of the agency's services, projects, and programs
Participate in training and planning sessions as required
Work with centre staff and support community initiatives as required

Competencies:

Adaptability - Changes behavioral style or method of approach when necessary to achieve a
goal; adjusts style as appropriate to the needs of the situation. Responds to change with a
positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and
objectives
Communications - Using a variety of communication styles and strategies to foster open
communication, the exchange of information and discussion on an ongoing basis
Planning & Organizing/ Time Management - Establishes a systematic course of action for self or
others to ensure the accomplishment of a specific objective. Sets priorities, goals, and timetables
to achieve maximum productivity
Service - Demonstrates strong commitment to meeting the needs of co-workers, managers,
clients, or community members, striving to ensure their full satisfaction

Qualifications:

Applicants must be between the ages of 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of
employment
Eligible applicant must be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom
refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection
Act.
Must be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial
legislation and regulations
Successful screening through a Police Criminal Records Check
First Aid/CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
At least one season/summer of experience leading children and youth in a recreation
setting.
Highly motivated, personable & well organized
Experience working with the public, especially children and youth.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member

Other requirements
***A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check (completed when an offer is made)

I_n support of persons with disabilities, Polycultural asks that job applicants with disabilities who require accommodation in the recruitment and selection process, to please advise Human Resources if contacted for an interview/testing so that suitable accommodation can be arranged. (In compliance with AODA, 2005, Integrated Accessibility Standards). If you require assistance in sending your resume due to a disability, please contact Human Resources directly._
W_e thank everyone for their interest in Polycultural; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. _
Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services _hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity._