Camp Counsellor Term - Winnipeg, Canada - Winnipeg Humane Society
Description
Date:
April 13, 2023
Position Title:
Camp Counsellor, Full Time
- Term
Positions available: 5
Department:
Education
Reports to:
Assistant Manager, Education
Classification:
Union, Unit 3
Rate:
$ $19.53
Hours:
Monday to Friday 7:30am-3:30pm, 8:00am - 4:00pm or
9:30am-5:30pm
40 hours/week - DAYS/TIMES OF SHIFTS COULD VARY
Start Date:
June 26th-August 25th
Closing Date for Internal Applicants:
April 18th, 2023
Closing Date for External Applicants:
Open until filled
Position Summary:
The Camp Counsellor is responsible for providing an engaging, interactive, and
educational experience with animals for children. The Camp Counsellor leads group
activities, maintains safety of campers and visiting pets and participates fully in
preparation of day camp activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Integrate "teachable moments" into the camp program format
- Prepare for each camp day
- Lead small group activities
- Organize and facilitate games, crafts and daily activities
- Notify the Camp Supervisor promptly of any concerns/questions
- Aid in the setup and cleanup of activities
- Bring energy and enthusiasm to every day to ensure participants have an
- Maintain positive morale that will be adopted by all our staff, volunteers,
- Other duties as reasonably assigned
Standards of Performance:
- Keeping the mission of The Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when
Society both inside and outside the shelter environment.
- Exemplary level of care is provided to each animal consistent with Humane
- Effective communication with fellow staff on an ongoing basis; a respectful
- Successful and thorough completion of assigned job duties within reasonable
- Reliability and diligence in position.
Authority:
Authority to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within established policies
and procedures.
Accountability:
Directly accountable to the
Manager, Education for the performance of all assigned
duties and responsibilities. Must be able to take direction and work closely with the
Camp Supervisor.
Exemplifies Winnipeg Humane Society's Core Values:
- We are and always will be humane
- We sincerely respect each other
- We communicate proactively, and we listen
- We are humble, and we are always willing to accept better and new ideas
- We are committed to transparency and accountability
Participates in creating a thriving Culture of Philanthropy at Winnipeg Humane Society
by:
- Being knowledgeable and supportive of WHS programs
- Sharing their passion for service to animals, people, and our community with our
- Serving as an inspiration to all guests by providing an exemplary level of animal
- Being able to communicate a compelling case for support that demonstrates
Interpersonal Relationships:
Has frequent contact with WHS staff, volunteers, suppliers, vendors, and public.
Abilities, Skills & Knowledge:
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as presentation
- Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally
- Ability to build positive and productive working relationships
- Strong teamworking qualities, with the ability to work with staff from other
- Able to work independently or as a team
- Able to work under mínimal supervision
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
- Creative problem solving and resolution skills
Education, Training & Knowledge:
The following are mandatory qualifications for this role:
- Demonstrated professionalism and responsibility
- Ability to work weekends, evenings, and some holidays as required
- 18 years of age, or older preferred
- Postsecondary education in Early Childhood Education or relevant course of
- Previous experience in a nonprofit environment
- Demonstrated experience in childcare, motivating and working with children
Forward your resume and cover letter to:
Attention:
Danisha Jarrett
Please quote #
and a Child Abuse Registry Check.
The WHS is committed to providing accessible employment and ensuring that our recruitment,
the hiring process, Human Resources Services will work with the individual to meet their needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those sel
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