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City Day Camp Program Jobs

Day Camp positions are full, only accepting resumes for After-school and Leadership programs.

The role of Day Camp staff is to plan, implement and supervise small group activities, special events and field trips for children aged 6-12 years living in Toronto's Flemingdon/Thorncliffe Park community.

Job descriptions are divided into 3 categories:

Day Camp Counsellor

Hours 40 hours per week; program runs from approximately June 23, 2008 through August 22, 2008
Required
Skills and Experience
  • Work cooperatively with co-counsellor to plan, implement and supervise activities such as swimming, crafts, co-operative games and drama designed to meet the skills and behavioural needs of the participants.
  • Assist with the logistics and supervision of campers on field trips.
  • Help Program Coordinator deliver breakfast and snack programs.
  • Participates in camper arrival and departure routines.
  • Assist campers adjusting to the camp environment and help develop and implement behaviour management strategies.
  • Responsible for preparing and cleaning program rooms.
  • Ensures that day camp facilities are maintained and not misused/abused.
  • Act as a positive role model for campers and other staff.
  • Embodies and implements Moorelands Day Camp goals, policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications  
  • At least 16 years of age.
  • Have experience working directly with children aged 6 – 12 years old.
  • Must have the desire and ability to work with children in an indoor and outdoor setting.
  • Proven leadership, organization and interpersonal skills.
  • Be energetic, enthusiastic, patient and flexible.
  • Able to work in team and individual settings.
  • Current Standard First Aid preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park areas is an asset.
Application Deadline Position Filled
The assignment of a junior or senior counsellor position is dependent on experience and training.
Special Note
  • Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  • Must be legally able to work in Canada.
  • A Police Record Check is required for this position.

Program Coordinator

Hours 40 hours per week; program runs from approximately May 19, 2008 through August 29, 2008
Required
Skills and Experience
  • Assists director and counsellors planning, implementing and supervising theme days and activities such as swimming, crafts, co-operative games and drama.
  • Coordinates the breakfast and snack programs.
  • In charge of group and master attendance list.
  • Coordinates early arrival and late
    pick ups.
  • Oversees logistics of trips i.e. bus coordination, snacks and supplies.
  • Oversees equipment, food and art supplies.  Collects inventory requests.
  • Fills in for any staff that is absent or during staff breaks.
  • Provides support for more difficult groups and works one on one with campers who need extra support.
  • Assists develop and implement behaviour management strategies.
  • Assists in training Senior and Junior Counsellors during training week.
  • Responsible for helping prepare and clean the program rooms.
  • Ensures that day camp facilities are maintained and not misused/abused.
  • Involved in performance appraisal process.
  • Assists Day Camp Director in completing administrative duties where needed.
  • Acts as a positive role model for day campers and other staff.
  • Embodies and implements Moorelands Camp goals, policies and procedures.
  • Assists director and counsellors with other duties as assigned.
Qualifications  
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Have extensive experience working directly with children aged 6 – 12 years.
  • Have experience coordinating programs, activities or events.
  • Desire and ability to work with children in an indoor and outdoor setting.
  • Proven leadership, organization and interpersonal skills.
  • Be energetic, enthusiastic, patient and flexible.
  • Able to work in a team and individual environment.
  • Current Standard First Aid and CPR is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park areas is an asset.
Application Deadline Position Filled
Special Note
  • Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  • Must be legally able to work in Canada.
  • A Police Record Check is required for this position.

Day Camp Director (Filled)

Hours 40 hours per week; program runs from approximately May 19, 2008 through August 29, 2008
Required
Skills and Experience
  • Assists hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating Day camp staff.
  • Plans, delivers and monitors Day camp programs and schedule.
  • Oversees camper recruitment, registration process, camper reports and evaluations.
  • Oversees pre and post-camp work.
  • Liaises with partner and referring organizations and Day camp families.
  • Responsible for the timely preparation and submission of required reports, billings, payroll documentation, and other paperwork.
  • Assists and updates Day Camp manual, job descriptions, curriculum, and program manuals.
  • Implements crisis management plan including emergency procedures.
  • Responsible for the preparation and submission of in-depth Day camp Final.
  • Report, evaluation, and recommendations for distribution by September 30th.
  • Oversees site and equipment safety and maintenance.
  • Acts as positive role model and leader.
  • Participates in Moorelands Community Services staff meetings and other events as required.
  • Embodies and implements Moorelands Camp goals, policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications  
  • Degree or diploma from a recognized university or college or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in administration and leadership in an organized children’s camp or related field.
  • Excellent planning, interpersonal, organizational, training, and supervisory skills.
  • Current Standard First Aid and CPR is preferred
  • Knowledge of the Flemingdon Park and Thorncliffe Park areas is an asset.
  • Working knowledge of OCA standards and the “Code of Professional and Business Ethics for OCA members” is required.
Application Deadline Position Filled
Special Note
  • Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  • Must be legally able to work in Canada.
  • A Police Record Check is required for this position.

How to Apply

Send resume and cover letter indicating job preference(s) to:

City Programs
Moorelands Community Services
250 Merton Street, Suite 501
Toronto, Ontario M4S 1B1
Fax: (416) 466-0727
E-mail: kwright@moorelands.ca

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer