Camp counsellor

Work setting

• Camp

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Instruct groups and individuals in arts and crafts
• Lead groups and individuals in recreational or leisure programs
• Plan and carry out recreational, fitness and sports activities
• Understand principles of group dynamics
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• First Aid Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is available

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player