camp counsellor

Government of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated individual to lead recreational programs in a dynamic outdoor setting. This role involves instructing arts and crafts, coordinating fitness events, and ensuring safety for all participants. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to client focus. Join a team that values flexibility and teamwork, and make a positive impact in the community through engaging activities that promote wellness and creativity. If you are passionate about recreation and enjoy working in diverse environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse groups.
• Experience in leading recreational and fitness programs.

Responsibilities

• Instruct groups and individuals in arts and crafts.
• Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events.
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Client focus

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Dependability

Team player

Flexibility

Organized

Interpersonal awareness

Initiative

Judgement

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

CPR Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Student status

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Full time enrollment
• Part time enrollment

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• In/on water
• Noisy

Work setting

• Urban area
• Camp
• Associations and non profit organizations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Instruct groups and individuals in arts and crafts
• Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events
• Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
• Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities
• Understand principles of group dynamics
• Leading/instructing groups
• Leading/instructing individuals
• Conduct therapeutic recreational or athletic activities
• Assist clients/guests with special needs
• Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
• Assemble supplies, sports and game equipment
• Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization Counselling specialization

• Crisis intervention

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player