Neighbourhood Worker - Summer Day Camp & Support Services

Neighbourhood Worker - Summer Day Camp & Support Services

About Us: Crouch Neighbourhood Resource Centre is a community-based organization dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through inclusive and empowering programs. Our Summer Splash Day Camp provides a safe, fun, and engaging environment where kids can learn, play, and connect. We’re seeking a passionate and energetic Neighbourhood Worker to join our child and youth team this summer!

Position Summary:

The Neighbourhood Worker - Summer Splash Day Camp position will help deliver high-quality summer day camp programming for children aged 4 to 13. You will work as part of a dynamic team to plan and facilitate activities, ensure the safety and well-being of young campers, and foster a welcoming and inclusive day camp environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the delivery of recreational activities for children and youth.
• Foster a supportive and engaging camp environment that promotes cooperation, inclusion, and fun.
• Supervise and ensure the safety of participants during all camp activities and outings.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, volunteers, and community members.
• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and fun atmosphere by addressing conflicts or challenges promptly and positively.
• Support the set-up, clean-up, and organization of program materials and spaces.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and daily team debriefs.
• Help maintain accurate attendance and incident records as needed.
• Follow all organizational policies, including those related to health and safety, child protection, and equity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education (completed or in progress) in Child and Youth Care, Early Childhood Education, Recreation, or a related field is an asset.
• Experience working with children in recreational, educational, or camp settings.
• Enthusiasm for working with diverse children and families.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, flexible, and able to take initiative.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start date).
• Vulnerable Sector Check required prior to employment.

Knowledge of the local community and lived experience in equity-denied neighbourhoods is considered an asset.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position to Steacy Martin- smartin@crouchnrc.org by Friday, May 9, 2025.

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs, applications must meet the following eligibility criteria set out by Canada Summer Jobs:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.