Program Coordinator Camp Byng

Do you want to be part of creating amazing outdoor adventures for youth? At Scouts Canada our mission is “to help develop well-rounded youth, better prepared for success in the world” by enabling youth to participate in amazing outdoor adventures. We need passionate individuals who share in our mission by helping lead our summer camp programs.

JOB SUMMARY

A summer camp Program Coordinator is responsible for assisting the summer camp director with day-to-day operations of summer camp programs including program coordination and scheduling, providing mentorship to summer staff and counselors, staff training and development, and the leadership of camp activities.

LOCATION: 2139 Lower Road, Roberts Creek, BC, V0N 2W6

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure program quality and consistency by reviewing adventure group schedules and providing coaching to staff and counselors as needed
• Coordinate with summer camp director to ensure program activities and meetings have guidance and leadership
• Assist with specialized programming (ropes, pool, archery, etc.)
• Work with team to plan weekly themes, skits, and special events
• Bring creative twists and fresh ideas to programming
• Assist in leading the on-site summer program, including meetings, community gatherings, scheduling staff, planning activities, being “on-call” with radio, communicating with support coordinator to ensure daily tasks are accomplished
• Assist staff that need additional guidance with camper behavior, scheduling, program development or group dynamics
• Mentor and provide guidance to summer staff and counselors in collaboration with summer camp director

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Minimum two years of successful experience in camp programming or similar role
• Experience working with children and young adults
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

Note: This is a Canada Summer Jobs Grant position and as such, requires all grant funded employees to fall between the ages of 15 and 30.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We will be reviewing resumes as they are submitted.

Scouts Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace and in our recruitment processes. We encourage applications from members of all racialized groups, gender identities and sexual orientations, Indigenous persons and, persons with disabilities.

Accessibility and Accommodation: Scouts Canada is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. Accommodation requests should be made in advance to HR at humanresources@scouts.ca Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Please visit website Scouts Canada website (see below)to apply for the position:

https://www.scouts.ca/about/careers/summer-camps

Please apply by March 31, 2024.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31