Rover/Out-Tripper

Ontario Camps Association; Parham; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Camps Association in Parham, ON seeks a Rover/Out-Tripper to lead multi-day out-trips, support camp operations, and ensure safe, camper-focused programs. Applicants must have wilderness certifications and be prepared to obtain additional credentials.

Pay starts at 525 CAD per week, with an extra 40 CAD per week for NL eligibility, plus compensation for relevant certifications and experience. The role involves trip preparation, gear and food planning, submitting route cards for approval,

Qualifications

• Wilderness Advanced First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• National Lifeguard certification is required.
• Safe Food Handler’s certification is required.
• Experience leading backcountry out-trips with youth.

Responsibilities

• Lead one multi-day out-trip per session and ensure safety and camper focus.
• Prepare and submit route cards and flight binders for approval by the Out-Trip Director.
• Organize gear packing, food planning, and camper competency reviews.
• Support camp operations in cabins, program areas, wellness, tuck shop, kitchen and maintenance when not on trips.

Skills

Wilderness First Aid

National Lifeguard

Safe Food Handler's Certification

Backcountry trip leadership

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Job Posting

Rover/Out-Tripper

Location: Parham, ON (north of Kingston)

Reports to : Out-Trip Director

Pay Rate: starting at $525 per week (+$40 per week for NL) with additional compensation for relevant certifications and experience

Camp Rovers provide support in all areas of camp to ensure we are providing intentional, creative, and safe programs; combining the leadership and responsibility of the Out-Tripper role with the flexibility and support of the traditional Rover position. Each Rover is responsible for leading one multi-day out-trip per session, ensuring the program is safe, engaging, and camper-focused. Each Rover is accountable for preparing and submitting their route cards and flight binders for approval by the Out-Trip Director and for managing all aspects of trip preparation, including gear packing, food planning, and camper competency review. Rovers will lead overnight gear and food packing and will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the out-trip kitchen. When not preparing for or leading an out-trip, Rovers will support a variety of operational areas around camp as directed, including in cabins, program areas, wellness, the tuck shop, kitchen, and maintenance.

Required

Wilderness Advanced First Aid (or willing to obtain), National Lifeguard, Safe Food Handler’s certification, experience leading backcountry out-trips with youth.

Preferred

Wilderness First Responder, ORCKA Canoe Trip Instructor