Vacation camp leader
MacKenzie Camp
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
- Parks, recreation and leisure studies
- Youth ministry
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
- Outdoors
- In/on water
- Noisy
Work setting
- Staff accommodation provided
- Rural area
- Camp
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Keep logs and maintain records
- Schedule activities
- Supervise staff
- Train staff
- Assist with coordination of recreational, sport and fitness events
- Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
- Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities
- Prepare reports
- Leading/instructing groups
- Leading/instructing individuals
- Provide lifestyle awareness information
- Assist clients/guests with special needs
- Ensure health and safety regulations are followed
- Assemble supplies, sports and game equipment
- Monitor recreational, sports or fitness activities to ensure safety and provide emergency or first aid assistance when required
Supervision
- More than 20 people
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Lifesaving Bronze Cross
- National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Additional information
Security and safety
- Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver’s licence
- Own transportation
- Public transportation is not available
Personal suitability
- Accurate
- Client focus
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Interpersonal awareness
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Benefits
Other benefits
- On-site amenities
- On-site housing options
- On-site recreation and activities
- Team building opportunities