Basketball Program Leader

Job Title: Camp Counselor and Basketball Program Lead
Position: Full-Time Seasonal, 40 hours/week
Date Range: May 6, 2024 – August 23, 2024
Location: Shiloh Camp (overnight)
Wage: $16-18 an hour (depending on experience)

Reports to: Summer Camp Program Coordinator and the Director of Programming

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow all policy and procedures of Shiloh set out in the Program Manual
• Use appropriate administrative tools as required (Planning Centre)
• Work collaboratively with other camp staff to ensure tasks are being completed efficiently and safely

May-June

• Revise and develop program for Basketball program
• Inventory and acquire all necessary program supplies
• Assist in general facility preparation and season opening

July – August

• Co-ordinate and supervise specific program – basketball, biking, or adventure camp
• Provide care and supervision for the campers involved in Shiloh programming
• Implement and participate in various activities around camp such as: archery, crafts, swimming, and equine programming and more
• Will be responsible for a wagon or cabin group of up to 6 campers along with another staff or volunteer
• Build mentoring and meaningful relationship with campers

Requirements/Skills:

• Must be able to demonstrate abilities and skills in the assigned program
• Must agree with the Christian mission of the organization and have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and regularly attend a church
• Must be able to demonstrate a Christ-like example in relationships, attitudes towards campers, staff, and camp responsibilities and in whole manner of life
• Should be experienced in leading children and youth with an ability to relate to disadvantaged children and youth and those who are presenting behavioral challenges
• Must be able to function in a team culture
• Must be able to make sure the program is developmentally appropriate, safe, and welcoming of diversity and uniqueness
• Must be able to take initiative, work independently, problem solve and remain calm when dealing with all types of people
• Ensure good communication is on-going between yourself and the Summer Camp Coordinator and Director of Programming
• Must have basic administrative skills
• Must communicate well and in a timely manner
• Must be physically fit and able to lead a wide range of recreational pursuits.
• Current CPR Level C and First Aid certificate considered an asset
• Must submit a clear Police Security Check and an Intervention Record Check before the start of position
• Willingness to serve and commitment to the vision and direction of Shiloh
• Should have at least 1 year experience in children or youth ministry, camp ministry or a related field
• Must be a minimum age of 18 years old
• Must be available to work for entirety of contract

Organization Description: Shiloh is a year-round Christian organization serving children and youth ages 7-17 living in high-risk and vulnerable situations in Edmonton and area. We work exclusively with those from low-income families, group homes and foster care. We aim to engage our children and youth with life changing experiences and mentorship that leads them to grow in community and relationship with Jesus.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 16 weeks

Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31
Expected start date: 2024-05-06