Closes: July 5, 2024
Employer
Diocese of Qu'Appelle
1501 College Ave., Regina, SK, S4P 1B8
Contact
Kate Berringer
3065307312
Description
Honorarium: $250 for a 5 day camp
Reporting to the Camp Director and Program Director, the Camp Counsellor is responsible for assisting with or leading the programming activities and campers they are given to supervise at our overnight junior camp from June 30 - July 5, 2024 at Camp Harding, Cypress Hills Provincial Park.
Counsellors must complete a brief orientation session with Camp Director prior to the camp.
Working Conditions:
• Those accepting free board live in a small, furnished cabin that may be shared with other personnel or campers.
* Living space can be assigned, then re-assigned, based on administrative needs.
* All personnel priorize the welfare of campers over personal needs.
* Overtime may be required and the hours can be irregular.
* Inhibited scheduled breaks.
* Equipment is limited, or basic.
* Expect daily exposure to sun, heat, insects and possibly wildlife.
* Be prepared to encounter hazardous environmental conditions and hazards.(e.g., extreme weather)
* In a group setting, there is risk of exposure to illness and conditions, e.g., lice.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 16 years of age or older
- able to work within, and support, principles of the Christian faith
- experience in a role with similar responsibilities
- evidence of sensitivity to the needs of young people with an ability to respond appropriately
- ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a team member
- demonstrates enthusiasm, sense of humour, patience and self-control
- able to problem-solve using sound judgment
- has completed online Plan to Protect certification (or similar certification) for those working with the vulnerable sector (Camp Director will arrange and the cost will be covered by the Diocese, if needed)
- if over 18 years of age, satisfactory Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
