Job Description

Help Lakeshore build the best team to serve the residents of Lakeshore!

Position:

Summer Camps Program Leader

Salary:

Grade 2, Non Union ($20.12/hr 2025 rate)

Work Term:

June to August

Reports to:

Supervisor - Recreation

Purpose of Position:

Reporting to the Supervisor - Recreation, the Camp Counsellor position is responsible to assist the Summer Program Instructor with the direct planning and implementation of Lakeshore Recreation's Summer Adventure Camp. The Camp Counsellor will also be responsible for providing a fun, safe, meaningful and educational program in Lakeshore Recreation's Summer Day Camp program for children 4 to 11 years of age.

Qualifications:

University or College student (preferably in youth studies) Previous experience in a program leadership or instructor role is required. Experience planning and implementation of children's programs preferred. Must enjoy working with children and understand their developmental needs. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills Well-developed social skills and leadership skills to work effectively in empowering young leaders to succeed during their term of employment. High Five Quality at Play Standards (Course PHCD-100) is required prior to start of employment Police Clearance for vulnerable populations Standard First Aid/CPR Level C is required prior to start of employment Able to work independently and as a team leader.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of implementing and creating fun, imaginative and safe activities Knowledge of healthy child development Knowledge of safety standards

Physical Skill and Effort

No special physical skills required.

Major Responsibilities:

Will assist in the Summer Program Instructor with the direct planning and implementation of the Summer Adventure Camp. Be an active team member while maintaining a healthy, fun, and safe environment for staff and children. Lead creative, fun, interactive, unique, and diverse program activities that children enjoy and feel welcomed in. Provide organizational support to 10+ assistant camp counsellors and volunteers responsible for the delivery of the weekly camp activities. Ensure the program's best practices and High Five Quality at Play Standards are included in the weekly themed curriculum. Maintain inventory of supplies and scheduling of activities in a timely manner. Assist with orientation training session at start of program session to include program expectations and review of best practices and High Five Standards Leaders Guide. Maintain strict protocol at all times in reference to safety standards and policies in place. Other duties as assigned.

Decision Making and Judgement:

Work is performed under the general direction of the Supervisor - Recreation and Recreation Coordinator Work is performed under the general direction of the Summer Program Instructor. Will work a shift as directed by the Summer Program Instructor.

Human Resources:

This position is responsible to assist in the leadership of assistant camp counsellors and of children ages 4 to 11 years.

Financial Management:

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

Interpersonal Skills:

Interpersonal skill to liaise with the parents, children, and fellow staff members in a friendly and co-operative manner.

Internal:

With Supervisor - Recreation and Recreation Coordinator to ensure work responsibilities are met. With Summer Program Instructor to ensure work responsibilities are met and activities align with curriculum With Assistant Camp Counsellors to ensure activities align with curriculum. With other staff to ensure provision of timely information and services.

External

With parents on an occasional basis to provide information on their child.

Working Conditions:

Environment

Primarily works at the Atlas Tube Recreation Centre. Children's activities may be both indoors and outdoors.

Control over Work Schedule

Usually Monday through Sunday, between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm (up to 35 hrs/wk) May be required to work weekends pending scheduled events

As an inclusive employer, the Municipality of Lakeshore is committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need. The Municipality is also committed to ensuring that personal information will remain confidential under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.