Under the guidance of a Program Coordinator, you are responsible for assisting with the coordination of recreation, arts, aquatics or sports programs for preschoolers, children and youth during the summer months as well as the implementation of activities, supervision of staff and assumption of the Coordinator’s responsibilities, when required. You also ensure participants have a safe and enjoyable camp experience. The programs may take place indoors, outdoors, in one or a variety of locations. Work is performed in accordance with related legislation, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Note:  minimum age of 16 years is required for this Summer Student job.

High School Graduate – Entering college/university in the fall

Note:  Student must be returning to school in the fall

Minimum of 4 months but less than 8 months of related experience is required – candidates must possess experience in recreation programming

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES

KNOWLEDGE

• Understanding the developmental and recreational needs of children.
• Ability to accompany and supervise participants in a variety of environments including aquatic.
• Must possess the training, experience and knowledge to organize the work and its performance.
• Must be familiar with all applicable health and safety legislation, have knowledge of any potential or actual danger to health or safety in the workplace, and have knowledge of appropriate actions to be taken in order to ensure the health and safety of staff in accordance with applicable legislation and City policies and procedures.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to relate to children and be a good role model
• Must be tactful, kind and patient
• Must be calm under pressure
• Must be creative and resourceful
• Must be reliable and trustworthy
• Must be flexible, creative and enthusiastic
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work well in a team environment
• Ability to follow verbal and/or written directions/procedures
• Demonstrates team work and leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams
• Ability to work in a team setting or independently
• Maintain a fun and safe environment
• Excellent interpersonal communication, leadership and programming skills
• Good organization skills
• Sound judgement in difficult situations
• Must be able to relate to children and be a good role model
• Must be tactful, kind and patient
• Must be calm under pressure
• Must be creative and resourceful
• Must be reliable and trustworthy
• Must be flexible, creative and enthusiastic
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Demonstrates team work and leadership skills
• Physically fit and able to participate in recreation activities
• Capable of safe lifting techniques
• Proper attire and footwear