Group Leader

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Location: Camp Bonaventure, 1215 50th Ave SW or Cambrian Heights Community Association, 600 Northmount Drive NW

Duration: June 16 - August 26, 2022

Hour of Work: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30(5:00 July-August)

Number of Positions Open: 48 positions

Posting Close Date: Ongoing, until all positions are filled

Who are we?

Working at Between Friends brings so much fun into your professional life! As an agency, we focus on bringing inclusive and accessible recreation programming to the people who mean the most to us, our members! We work to break down barriers and adapt to individual and communal needs. Between Friends Camp Bonaventure is a fun outdoor summer day camp for youth ages 4-17. Activities at Camp Bonaventure include swimming, sailing, canoeing, games, crafts, yoga, gardening, and much much more!

What will you be doing as a Group Leader?

As a Group Leader for Camp Bonaventure you will be responsible, along with up to 5 other Group Leaders, for the direct supervision of up to 24 campers. You will be placed in a specific age group at a ratio of 1:4 (staff to camper). As a team you are responsible for planning and implementation of inclusive, engaging, and fun programming. Group Leaders are responsible for ensuring campers needs are met and have a fun and fulfilling camp experience. This position directly reports to the Team Leader for the respective age group.

- Responsible for the direct are and supervision of campers within a ratio of 1:4
- Effectively plan and implement program activities, and ensure they are planned with the highest standard of quality and safety; this will include but is not limited to; age appropriate, variety of activities, adaptable to different abilities,
- Providing the highest standard of personal care and support to campers
- Effectively support campers with additional behavioral needs
- Professionally and consistently communicate with parents/guardians, support workers, and family members.
- Follow up with the appropriate supervisors in the event of any emergency situations

You might be the person we’re looking for if:

Fun - You look for ways to incorporate excitement and joy into day-to-day experiences. Must be able to participate in the following activities: swimming, canoeing, sailing, arts and crafts, etc. Previous experience working at camps, considered an asset.

Intentional - Your actions are purposeful and value driven. You are a direct and clear communicator. Ability to respond appropriately in high stress situations. Previous experience working with youth, considered an asset

Caring - You welcome and celebrate people with empathy and dignity. Ability to provide support to participants requiring lifts and transfers, and personal care support.

Easeful - You strive to create accessible and inclusive spaces that remove barriers to access. Previous experience developing and implementing programming, considered an asset.

Safe - You value creating and maintaining safe spaces to promote inclusion and fun! Must be over the age of 18. Must pass a Screening Process including a Backcheck search and an Intervention Record Check completed by Alberta Human Services. Must be able to provide proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification, prior to the start date.

Are you interested in working at Between Friends? Let’s connect!

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted, no phone calls please. If you have any questions about the position or Between Friends please reach out to Emily Furber, Program Coordinator Camp Bonaventure & Adventurers.

efurber@betweenfriends.ab.ca

403 880 9295

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $15.91-$16.88 per year