Belleville Employment

Description

SENIOR WATER CAMP LEADER

Closing Date: April 7th, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Position Type: Temporary Full-Time

Department: Community Services

File Number: SV23-46

Hours: 40 hours per week Monday - Friday between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Number of Positions: One (1)

Term of Employment: Approx June 24th - Sept 1st, 2023

Rate of Pay: $17.93 per hour

As a member of the Community Services Department, this staff person will provide safe supervision, organize and implement games and activities for children, allowing the participants to express themselves in both the pool and on land through games, craft activities and water sports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safety and supervision of the participants and ensure the rules and regulations set out by the Department and/or outside organizations, are followed.
• Assist with the development, implementation, supervision and evaluation the daily activities to ensure a successful program.
• Assist with the proper handling and care of the equipment, supplies and facilities utilized, reporting damages or losses to the Program Supervisor.
• Assist with the daily maintenance and cleanliness of the facility where the program is held.
• Assist with the completion and submission of the required administrative forms on a weekly basis (ie. accident forms, supply requests, special event forms, etc.).
• Staff will be required to participate in daily activities with the campers (including swimming).
• Evaluate the overall success of the program and submit reports and recommendations.
• Prepare and implement bi-weekly evening performances for the campers to present to their families.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings when required.
• Attend the Summer Staff Training.

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years/seasons previous experience as a camp leader and/or children's recreation leader in a supervisory position required
• Hold a current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. Certification
• Experience in canoeing and water sports is required
• Hold the High Five - Principles of Healthy Child Development certification
• Hold a current National Lifeguard Certificate
• Student or graduate (studying in a child related field is an asset)
• Certified Water Safety Instructor is an asset

How to Apply:

https://careers.belleville.ca/

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Applicants will be required to provide at their own expense a satisfactory criminal reference check dated within the past six (6) months, proof of COVID-19 vaccination, and if deemed a requirement of the position, a driver’s abstract to the Human Resources Department on or before the date of the interview but no later than the commencement of employment if selected.