Waterfront Team Leader - Sooke, Canada - YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island

YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island
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Sooke, Canada

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Waterfront Team Leader

Location:
YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island Outdoor Centre/Camp Thunderbird (Sooke, BC)

Placement:
May/June until Sept 1, 2023 (start date negotiable)

Wage:
$ /day (Commensurate with certifications and experience). No charge for Room
and Board.


Nature and Scope:

Team Leaders (TLs) are leaders and role models in the camp community, and support our front-line
program staff, in the delivery of quality outdoor education and summer camp programs. They provide a
range of support from direct program instruction to guidance and mentorship of counselling staff
members. All staff 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. Team Leaders will be required to live on-site during our program season in
rustic, shared accommodation, and may be required to provide care for children 24hrs/day. 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. These casual/seasonal positions are entitled
to an individual YMCA-YWCA membership and 4% vacation pay.


Responsibilities:


Waterfront Team Leader:


  • Supervise and support the waterfront swimming program, including lifeguarding
    (NLS required):
  • Communicate with, and respond to feedback from, Outdoor Education clients (teachers and
group leaders) to ensure satisfaction with schedule, program delivery, meals and
accommodation.

  • Coordinate, plan and organize campwide resources and events such as allcamp days, special
events and campfires.

  • Performs administrative and organizational tasks related to their function.
  • Provides support to section team leaders as required.
  • All staff assist with cleaning, maintenance and food services tasks as required
  • Contribute to daytoday camp operations such as support of dining hall logistics (when in
service) and/or meal supervision, direct supervision of groups of campers, and other duties as
required.


Qualifications Required for All Positions:


  • Clear Police/RCMP Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening**
  • Education: Enrollment or completion of postsecondary education in a related field is an asset.

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  • Successful applicants will have several years of day or overnight camping experience.
***Page 1 of - Current Standard First Aid with CPR C or higher***- Current National Lifeguard (NL) certification is required


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  • The YMCA-YWCA has implemented a mandatory COVID19 vaccination policy requiring all staff
and volunteers to be fully vaccinated (minimum 2 doses of vaccine).


Competencies:


  • Commitment to the Organization's Vision and Values
  • Teamwork
  • Planning and Organization
  • Quality Focus
  • Communication
  • Self-Management
  • Commitment to Health and Safety
Human Resources
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_Please Note:
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  • 2. Please indicate in your cover letter how you heard about this position. _ The YMCA-YWCA of Vancouver Island is an equal opportunity employer. _
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