Volunteer Camp Counsellor

Volunteer Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a meaningful cause as a volunteer at an Overnight Summer Camp, where you'll support children affected by cancer. This unique opportunity allows you to engage in classic camp activities while forming lasting friendships and gaining valuable experience. As a Companion, you'll provide one-on-one support, encouraging campers to enjoy their time and make new friends. With flexible roles and the chance to lead activities, this is an exciting way to make a difference in the lives of children. Embrace the joy of volunteering and help create unforgettable memories for those in need!

Benefits

Letter of reference

Certificate of recognition

Training/Orientation

Supervision

Evaluation

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Experience with children is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support campers affected by cancer through various activities.
• Engage with campers and lead pre-planned activities.

Skills

Experience working with children or youth

Ability to provide a clear Criminal Record Check

Ability to provide 2 references

Availability for an online interview

Completion of mandatory training

Job description

Organizational Description: Summer Camper Programs:
We facilitate a 1-week Overnight Summer Camp Program, hosted in Whiteshell Provincial Park, about two hours east of Winnipeg. Camp Quality Manitoba offers a wide range of programming for different needs and age groups.

Community Family Programs (Fun Days):
Our Community Family Programs are camp-style events that happen throughout the year for the entire family. Programs in the past have included: Family Camp Weekend, Sports Games, Reunions and more!
Our Community Family Programs are currently being offered in Winnipeg and surrounding area.

All of our programs are 100% free to attend.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5686

Description of Duties:
Our overnight camp program gives kids affected by cancer a chance to just be kids! What's unique about Camp Quality? Our campers are matched 1:1 with a volunteer Companion (Camp Counsellor) who is there to support them throughout the week. You can expect many classic camp activities, like swimming, sports and games, canoeing, adventure, arts and crafts and more! Our year-round Camp Organizing Committee volunteers plan the schedule and activities for the week.

As a program volunteer, you could be assigned to a number of roles at camp; which you can indicate your preference on your application form. Companions are the 1:1 match volunteers, who have the opportunity to participate alongside their camper, playing games, singing songs, encouraging and cheering them on as they engage in the program and make new friends.

At camp, we also have Super Companions; they support in giving Companions breaks during the week, help lead activities and more! In this role, you'll show up ready for fun and be flexible! This role is really cool, because you get to engage with lots of campers during the week!

Volunteers have the opportunity to lead a pre-planned activity at camp if they like; we encourage you to indicate this on your volunteer application.

Skills Required:

• Experience working with children or youth is an asset
• At least 19 years of age
• Able to provide a clear and current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Able to provide 2 references
• Available for an online interview
• Complete a mandatory training

If you are interested in joining our volunteer team this summer please head to www.campquality.org/programvolunteer to learn more about our program offerings and to register. Once you've completed your application, a regional Volunteer Coordinator will contact you regarding your application status.

If you require accommodation during the interview process, please inform us in advance to arrange the appropriate accommodation. (ie. Closed Captioning).

Skills Gained/Related Careers:
Volunteering with Camp Quality Canada offers numerous personal and professional benefits. Volunteers have the opportunity to make lasting friendships, gain valuable resume experience, and develop leadership and problem-solving skills. Most importantly, they make a meaningful difference in the lives of children affected by cancer.

Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+

Time Commitment: Daytime, Evening, Weekend

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg - Assiniboine South

Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes

Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes

Opportunity is available to candidates that: General Populace

Organization will provide: A letter of reference, Certificate of recognition, Evaluation, Supervision, Training/Orientation

Contact Information:
B Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0E2
Please note our team works a hybrid model; appointments are highly encouraged as we are not always in the office.

Volunteer Manitoba is located on the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that the clean water we drink comes from Shoal Lake 40 first nation, and that our electricity is produced on treaty territory. Volunteer Manitoba respects the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.