Camp Counsellor
Swan River, MB, Canada
Job Description
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MANITOBA M\xc3\x89TIS FEDERATION CAMP COUNSELLOR March 22, 2023 Posting #22-02-029 The Manitoba M\xc3\xa9tis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River M\xc3\xa9tis - also known as the Manitoba M\xc3\xa9tis. The Red River M\xc3\xa9tis are Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba. The MMF seeks to fill multiple summer term Camp Counsellor positions within our M\xc3\xa9tis Employment & Training Department. The MMF is developing youth overnight camps, and the camps are set to run between the beginning of July and the beginning of September (Monday to Friday), with the expectation that successful applicants will be able to commit to the full length of this term. The camp is located in The Duck Mountains near Swan River, MB, however we are considering applicants province-wide. Job Duties/Competencies:
Contract length: 4 months Salary: $15.00-$18.00 per hour Flexible Language Requirement:
- Supervise youth while at camp and on daily field trips, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants by following program guidelines and monitoring and implementing risk mitigation strategies;
- Lead and engage camp participants by facilitating scheduled activities with enthusiasm and energy;
- Establish a positive, respectful, and inclusive camp environment by acting as a good role model and creating a good rapport with campers and parents;
- Assist with program initiatives to create fun, educational and appropriate experiences that promote healthy living, skill development and M\xc3\xa9tis cultural learnings;
- Provide coaching and mentoring to camp participants while liaising and reporting to the Camp Coordinator;
- Work in collaboration with the team to set-up/take down daily activities, assist with basic cleaning, and support the successful operations of the camp;
- Manage appropriate COVID-19 guidelines in camps, which may include masks, distancing, hand hygiene, space and equipment sanitization, and camper check-in/screening processes.
- Must be 18 years of age or older;
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification is required;
- Previous experience working or volunteering with children and youth in a similar environment (i.e., camp programs, rec programs, or child-care);
- A demonstrated passion and interest in a relevant area: sport, fitness, physical literacy, art, STEM, etc.;
- Must have an ability to swim and be comfortable in open water activities and in wilderness type environments;
- Can be active both physically/mentally as well as able to stay engaged for long periods of time;
- Must provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check;
- Knowledge of M\xc3\xa9tis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
- Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver\xe2\x80\x99s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Contract length: 4 months Salary: $15.00-$18.00 per hour Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
- Monday to Friday
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Job IdJD2139624
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationSwan River, MB, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned