Waterfront Director

Ontario Camps Association; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A summer camp organization in Ontario is seeking a Waterfront Director to oversee all pool and waterfront activities while ensuring the safety of campers and staff. The role includes program development, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols. Applicants must hold a current National Lifeguard Certification and have experience in camp programs. Competitive salary for 7 weeks of work is offered.

Benefits

Meals and lodging included

Responsibilities

• Direct all pool / waterfront activities and support required canoeing program.
• Initiate a strict water safety program.

Skills

Current National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)

Experience in a camp Waterfront Program

Instructor’s Certificate

Education

Minimum 18 years of age by camp start date

Job description

Job Posting

Waterfront Director

Waterfront Director / Assistant Waterfront

Position Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age by camp start date (June 27) for Director position or minimum of 17 years of age for Assistant Waterfront position
• Current National Lifeguard Certification (NLS)
• Current Instructor’s Certificate- an asset but not mandatory
• Experience in a camp Waterfront Program

Salary

Waterfront Director $3,000 for 7 weeks of camp (inclusive of meals and lodging) / Waterfront Assistant $2,800

About Camp Quin-Mo-Lac

Camp QML is celebrating our 75th anniversary this year!! We are sponsored by the United Church of Canada and our mandate is “to encourage in a year-round setting, the development of skills for living with others in a community which fosters growth in Christian faith and service.” As each child comes to camp, it is intentional that they be part of an active and vital caring community of young people and to do that WE NEED YOU!

We are a residential overnight camp for co-ed campers aged 7-14 years old, located on Moira Lake (halfway between Madoc and Tweed, north of Belleville). QML has 240 acres of land, mostly woods with some fields. We have 2 kms of shoreline and an island that we also use for programming. Our programs include crafts, music, canoeing, high ropes, low ropes, archery, orienteering, initiatives, swimming, rock climbing, hiking and overnights. Our campers stay for 1 week in either cabins or our lodge with a group of similar-aged peers and 3-4 counsellors.

Work begins for our staff with a staff training Retreat May 3rd weekend and then a full staff orientation and training week that occurs June 27- July 1st. Staff spend camp weeks onsite and may sleep in a camper cabin or staff cabin depending on the role. Our staff come from all over Ontario (and beyond) and most return year after year. Camp staff have a 3-hour break between Co-ed 1-2, Co-ed 3-4, and Co-ed 5-6 and a 3-day break between Co-ed 2-3, Co-ed 4-5, and Co-ed 6-7. Staff is responsible for bringing their own toiletries and linen. Staff join our campers for all meals.

Camp Dates

• Co-ed 1: July 1- July 5
• Co-ed 2: July 5- July 12
• Co-ed 3: July 16- July 23
• Co-ed 4: July 23- July 30
• Co-ed 5: Aug 2- Aug 9
• Co-ed 6: Aug 9- Aug 16
• Co-ed 7: Aug 19- Aug 26

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Directors and Director, waterfront staff are responsible for ensuring the safety and full participation of campers and staff in all pool / waterfront activities.

Position Responsibilities

• To direct all pool / waterfront activities and support as required the canoeing program
• To initiate a strict water safety program in keeping with the standards of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) and the requirements of the Lifesaving Society.
• To test and classify swimming abilities of camp staff and campers and utilize staff abilities to the best advantage in carrying out the pool / waterfront program in swimming, lifesaving, boating etc.
• To test, record and support the pool health as per the Ministry of Health requirements>
• To lead and instruct the staff in emergency search and rescue operations. The procedures must be clear, workable and enforceable for the counsellors and campers.
• To make sure that all staff are knowledgeable of the pool and waterfront emergency procedures.
• To provide waterfront / pool emergency practice searches over the summer. Keep a record of all practices and the effectiveness of the practices. Detail any problems that require follow-up attention.
• To develop and operate a safe, well-planned program for the children in conjunction with the pool / waterfront assistants who will receive direction from you.
• To lead 3 Bronze Medallion (and possibly Bronze Cross) and four Emergency First Aid instructional courses in preparation for testing
• To supervise swimming sessions in conjunction with other staff.
• To immediately report all incidents to the Assistant Directors or Director and to follow up with a written report.
• To work in co-operation with the Assistant Directors and staff in planning waterfront events.
• To see that the waterfront and pool area are kept clean at all times of all obstacles which may create a hazard or appear untidy.
• Maintain all waterfront aids in good repair and always have them on hand.
• Ensure that only authorized personnel handle pool / waterfront equipment. Report damage and loss of equipment.
• To be responsible for the collecting, sorting, and laundering of the camp’s lost & found.
• To take a general interest in the total camp program and be part of the extended camp program during the day & evening. To be part of the overall camp program as assigned and as expected regarding camper supervision, campfires, vespers etc.
• To participate in an evaluative process twice in the summer
• To take an inventory of waterfront / pool equipment at the close of the season and submit a report with recommendations.