Job Description

POSITION TYPE: Term

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 10

START/END DATE: June 24, 2024 - August 30, 2024

JOB RATE: $ 22.41

LOCATION: (MIP)Fort McMurray, Alberta

CUPE INTERNAL POSTING DATE Feb 23, 2024

CUPE INTERNAL CLOSING DATE March 1, 2024

REQUISITION NUMBER 2021492

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Senior Camp Leader will be responsible for assisting in camp programs offered by the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo. They will be respectful of camp participants and will be responsible for making sure that the camp activities and areas remain clean, safe, and well maintained. This position plays a critical role as one of our front line staff members and must display an exemplary level of customer service through the services offered by the Sports and Recreation Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leaders encourage participants in day-to-day activities and create age appropriate activities that promote fun, learning and development.
• Instruct camp programs in accordance to the Regional Recreation Corporation\xe2\x80\x99s (RRC) policies and procedures.
• Motivate Junior Camp Leaders and campers, be punctual, and display a high level of energy.
• Provide a safe and secure environment with respect to the RRCWB\xe2\x80\x99s policies and procedures.
• Assist with set up, take down and cleaning of program equipment or supplies.
• Supervise programs and enforce rules for all guests.
• Ensure the provision of nutritious snacks and lunches when applicable.
• Provide parents and other participants with information regarding staff, scheduling, expectations, services, and planned activities.
• Provide insight into programming and emergency procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all guests.
• Establishes and maintains a cooperative/collaborative working relationship with other departments within the RRC through positive actions and communication.
• Complete additional projects as assigned by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency
• Current Intermediate First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (including CPR C)
• Post-Secondary Certifications or Courses or related experience
• Minimum one (1) year recent experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced recreational/camp environment with children.
• Experience working with children of different ages and abilities.
• Experience in customer service would be an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous participation in team sports or camps.
• Strong programming and planning capability.
• Excellent understanding of a child\xe2\x80\x99s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
• Possesses strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thrive in a team environment, enjoy working as a team member as well as independently
• Ability to engage in continuous learning and on the job training.
• Must be able to command the attention of large groups of children.
• Enjoy working in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector check

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position requires a flexible schedule including early morning, late night, and weekend work.
• Must have the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, swimming, team building initiatives, rock climbing, physical games, and activities.
• This position may include heavy lifting of supplies and equipment and may be exposed to loud noises and will require an individual to be able to concentrate in a busy environment.

Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo