Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Recreation

Hourly Wage:

$17.87

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

November 19, 2024

Openings:

15

Position Summary

GET PAID TO PLAY! Do you enjoy working with children? Do you want to create memorable experiences for children in our community? If you answered “yes” then apply now as we are currently accepting applications for School Break Camp 2024-2025 positions.

What will you be doing?
As a School Break Program Leader, you will help children make happy memories by assisting with leading and supervising our School Break camp programs. Campers range from 4 – 12 years, so we will need your help to make sure that all activities are safe, fun, and appropriate. As a School Break Leader, you will develop important skills and experience that will benefit you in the future.

This position reports to the School Break Camp Coordinator and typically works a full camp day during School PA Days, Holiday Break, and March Break but hours may vary.

As a School Break Program Leader, you will help children make happy memories by assisting with leading and supervising our School Break camp programs. Campers range from 4 – 12 years, so we will need your help to make sure that all activities are safe, fun, and appropriate. As a School Break Leader, you will develop important skills and experience that will benefit you in the future.

This position reports to the School Break Camp Coordinator and typically works a full camp day during School PA Days, Holiday Break, and March Break but hours may vary.

Major Job Responsibilities

What will you be responsible for?

• Leading fun activities such as theme days, sports, arts & crafts, etc., as outlined in our daily activity plan. You may need to make changes to activities to be inclusive of all campers

• Providing care for up to 10 campers at all times to uphold our supervision standards

• Ensuring all program delivery upholds the principles of HIGH FIVE®

• Understanding of our standard operating procedures, and supporting the Camp Coordinator in applying the established rules and guidelines that oversee the safety and conduct of campers

• Reporting all accidents, incidents, concerns, or site damage to the Camp Coordinator, ensuring all appropriate forms are complete

• Following all departmental safety standards and practices and Employee Code of Conduct

• Communicating with the Camp Coordinator to ensure all campers are having a fun and positive experience and collaborating to resolve parent/guardian concerns

• Developing a positive working relationship with colleagues and creating a camp environment that promotes respect and inclusion

• Communicating with parents/guardians about the camper’s day at camp; sharing reminders, successes and challenges

• Maintaining daily attendance records

• Depending on the program, may be required to be a swim buddy in the water during swim programs

• Keeping all camp areas clean, tidy, and safe for all participants

• Performing all other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

What will we need from you?

• Ability to work during scheduled PA Day Camps, Holiday Breaks and March Break. Dates which include:

• PA Day Adventures Camp: 

• November 29

• Festive Fun Camp:  December 23 , 27, 30 and  January 2, 3

• PA Day Adventures Camp:  February 14

• March Break Camp:  March 10 to14

• PA Day Adventures Camp:  April 4

• Preference will be given to those that are available to work multiple programs

• Hours vary based on program registration numbers. This position typically works a full camp day, shifts are usually 8:15am to 4:30pm or 8:30am to 4:45pm, but hours may vary

• Attendance at all paid camp trainings, that may occur outside of camp times is mandatory and a condition of employment

What skills and experience will you bring to the team?

• Minimum of 15 years of age and enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary educational institution for the upcoming Fall semester. Proof of enrollment may be required

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work well independently and in a team environment

• Standard First Aid and CPR C certification training is required

• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) required

• Completion of a Leader in Training (LIT) program is an asset

• Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) certification or equivalent is an asset

• Experience working with children and/or children with exceptionalities is an asset

• Under the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to submit a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening upon employment. Please visit https://www.haltonpolice.ca/en/services-and-reporting/record-checks.aspx#Vulnerable-Sector-Check- for more information

HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development is a requirement for this role.  Successful candidates must have this certification as part of their application.

Want to apply?

Interested applicants should apply online at www.milton.ca under the Careers section by 11:59 pm November 18, 2024.  Please note, applicants should apply using their own personal name and e-mail address.   Applicants selected for an interview will be notified by email to select an interview time. Please check your email (and junk/spam folder) regularly.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.