Student Camp Leader

The Camp Leader position is responsible for delivering a high-quality summer children’s camp program to registered participants. In addition, summer camp leaders will be required to actively supervise all program activities including lunch.

Essential responsibilities

• Demonstrate Chatham-Kent’s core values and competencies

• Perform ‘Acting Team Leader' duties as required

• Be a positive role model for program participants and other summer staff

• Follow policies and procedures in place relevant to the position

• Communicate with parents as required

• May be required to modify activities to ensure age appropriateness

• Will be required to assist in managing participant behaviours

• Assist in the planning and implementation of camp activities suitable for the age, abilities and interests of campers

• Daily activities generally include:

• Active Games

• Arts and Crafts

• Drama Activities

• Fitness Breaks

• Swimming/ Water Play

• Demonstrate energy and enthusiasm for the program activities and take the lead on activities and programs

• Implement the philosophies of HIGH FIVE

• Work both indoors and outdoors, work weekday hours, with occasional weekend hours

Essential Qualifications

• Preference will be given to those enrolled in secondary or post-secondary education in recreation or child/youth education, and experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 12
• Because of the responsibilities of the program for leaders, applicants must be 16 years of age or older to apply
• Preference will be given to those with previous experience as a Camp Leader (or other similar camp environment)
• Because program numbers at each camp may fluctuate from week to week, students may be required to work at various program sites throughout the municipality during the summer

Certifications/memberships/licenses

• Current Certification in Standard First Aid/CPR (WSIB approved) prior to camps opening :

• Certified with the High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development prior to camps opening

COVID-19 Vaccination

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent no longer requires a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Although it is not mandatory to be vaccinated, it is highly encouraged.

Driver’s license/vehicle requirements

Because this position would be required to travel, a valid Province of Ontario driver's license with a reliable motor vehicle is preferred.

Background check requirements

Essential physical and/or safety requirements

• Bending: frequent stooping, twisting, kneeling, crouching, squatting (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (kneeling, crouching, squatting while communicating with children; bending while preparing for activities; bending while cleaning up activities; bending while packing up materials)
• Walking: frequent walking on rough surface; constant walking on level surface (walking throughout duration of program at program facility/park; walking on field trips)
• Reaching: frequent reaching above shoulder, below shoulder, forward, backward, handling (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (reaching for program material for program set-up/ take down; lifting participants in cases of emergencies)
• Lifting: frequent lifting at shoulder, carrying, transferring; constant lifting floor to waist, waist to shoulder (up to 22.73 kgs or 50 lbs) (lifting program material for program set-up/ take down; lifting participants in case of emergencies; lifting while cleaning after activities)
• Standing: frequent standing inside, outside (standing while delivering programs; standing while preparing for activities; standing while cleaning)
• Hands: frequent fine finger dexterity (movement) (using hands to deliver programming; using hands for daily administrative tasks (filling in reports, attendance, log books, etc.)

The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees in a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and reflective of the diverse community we serve.