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Tuesday, June 05, 2012

Day Camp Counselor Job Vacancy


 
We are looking for a part-time male camp counsellor for the summer.  Do you know a mature young man over the age of 17 who loves kids?  This is a great job for anyone looking to beef up their resume’s or who may be trying to decide if they want to teach.  I’ve attached the job description for reference.
 
Job Profile
Day Camp Counselor

Male - Part Time (25 hours/week)
Fitness on 25th
In order to provide proper supervision to all of the campers, only male applications will be accepted.
POSTION SUMMARY
As part of a dynamic team, the Camp Counselor is responsible for the effective delivery of recreational programming for children ages 6 – 8 years.  Day camps are offered July and August. 
POSITION REPORTING
Reports to Day Camp Coordinator, YWCA Fitness on 25th
DIRECT REPORTS
None
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver programming with a focus on physical activity and fun:

 Create a warm, safe and enjoyable environment for participants;
  • Provide ongoing communication with parents/guardians of participants;
  • Use the camp curriculum to provide children opportunities to be physically active and engaged in creative and fun craft projects;
  •          Act as a role model for participants and volunteers;
  •          Be flexible and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment;
  •          Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

KEY COMPETENCIES
Communication and Interpersonal skills - Fosters open communication and dialogue by sharing information, listening effectively, speaking honestly, and preparing written communications. Explains concepts clearly by understanding audience dynamics and providing concise, understandable messages. Is able to influence and gain support from others internal and external to the association.
Relationship Building:  Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals; gives and gets energy from bringing people together to lead and achieve; works proactively to develop positive relations with participants, peers and volunteers; goes out of his/her way to assist colleagues in achieving their individual and organizational goals.
Teamwork & Cooperation:  Brings a personal contribution to the group in order to accomplish the objectives established by the team; is a team player and is cooperative; builds appropriate rapport; uses diplomacy and tact; truly values people; easily gains trust and support of peers; reliable; encourages collaboration.
Job Specific Competencies
Customer Responsiveness: Takes responsibility to address customer-service issues. Sets a standard for responsive and respectful customer relationship management.
Adaptability:  Does the right thing at the right time; seeks and finds solutions to problems; knows when to take action on issues; resolves problems; remains flexible and versatile to new situations; understands and appreciates different and opposing perspectives on issues; enjoys challenges; reacts calmly and performs consistently under pressure.
Decision-making/problem-solving – Considers the impact on members, stakeholders, departments and employees when making decisions.  Makes timely and sound decisions, even under situations of uncertainty.  Acts decisively and creatively when implementing solutions to ensure they are in alignment to the vision and values of the Association and to ensure that positive outcomes will be achieved.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
·         CPR-C and First Aid certification (mandatory)
·         Valid Criminal Record Check (mandatory)
·         Interested in one of the following fields of study:

  • Environmental Engineering
  • Kinesiology
  • Education
  • Recreation and Leisure
  • Early Childhood Development
·         Experience working with children and understanding of learning theories desirable

 
Please submit resume and letter of interest to:
Community Development and Facilities Coordinator
Fitness on 25th
YWCA Saskatoon
510 – 25th Street East
Saskatoon SK  S7K 4A7
Fax:  (306)653-2468
fitnessuser@ywcasaskatoon.com

 
We appreciate the interest of all applicants but only those being interviewed will be contacted

 
 
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