Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator Fleming & Shubie Park

Job Description

Job title: Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator Fleming & Shubie Park

Company: Halifax

Job description: Job PostingHalifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the seasonal position of Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator, with Adventure Earth Programs in Recreation Programming, Parks & Recreation.Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.The Adventure Earth programs engages children, youth and families in nature-based experiential programs in environmental/earth education, youth leadership, and outdoor recreation. As part of the Halifax Municipality’s Parks and Recreation services, the Adventure Earth programs work toward building a healthy and sustainable future for our children and youth, our communities, and the Earth.With our core values of community, learning, safety, sustainability, magic, and excellence as a foundation, we provide opportunities to reconnect with the natural world, to pursue a healthy and active lifestyle, to develop personal and leadership skills, to give back to the community, and to connect with other like-minded people.JOB DESCRIPTION
The Summer Outdoor Day Camp Coordinator will be responsible for the implementation of several weeklong day camp programs throughout the summer based around environmental learning and adventure. They will supervise a team of day camp staff in the facilitation of outdoor programs and support staff through Adventure Earth Centre Day Camp Programs. In this position they will also directly support and work collaboratively with The Summer Youth Leadership Coordinator and The Inclusion Coordinator.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise staff, youth leaders, and participants in outdoor day camps and/or overnight camp settings under the supervision of the Community Outdoor Recreation Coordinators
• Confidently set up sites, deliver programs, and oversee staff and volunteers according to program manuals, content, and delivery methods
• Manage risks and oversee staff, volunteer and participant safety at all times
• Organize, manage and maintain equipment and supplies
• Plan and facilitate program specific staff and youth leader training
• Facilitate goal setting, supervision and support, feedback, and evaluations for all staff including completion of evaluations for each at the end of the summer
• Supervise and support staff and youth leaders in behaviour guidance, use of equipment and supplies, and manage equipment inventories
• Plan and facilitate team building, social events and recognition for staff
• Ensure maintenance of the Adventure Earth Centre’s core values
• Support and appropriately deal with the unique needs of supervising children and youth.
• Assist in designing curriculum and supporting persons with disabilities in program
• Update program manuals and write an end of season report
• Schedule guest speakers
• Support the Community Outdoor Recreation Coordinator in handling administrative duties such as registering participants, sending program mailouts, tracking and inputting statistics and maintaining a budget.
• Work collaboratively with the youth leadership coordinator and inclusion coordinator to run programs and maintain a safe working environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• Must hold Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR (CSA Basic) (valid through to August 29th, 2025)
• Must hold a current certification in Wilderness Remote First Aid, (Valid through August 29th 2025) or willing to obtain before programs begin
• Must hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Must have experience leading preschoolers/children/youth in an outdoor and/or environmental education recreational setting
• Must have knowledge of outdoor skills and experience in outdoor activities
• Understanding of Healthy Childhood Development

Considered an Asset

• Previous experience working day camps and/or overnight camps at the Adventure Earth Programs
• Managerial/supervisory experience
• Current National Lifeguard Service certification
• Canoeing/kayaking certification
• Studies in Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Education, or similar courses
• Access to a reliable vehicle

Additional Conditions of Employment:

• Applicants must be willing to obtain WHMIS training
• Applicants must be available to attend all orientations/training session (Dates are subject to change)
• Copies of certification must be submitted upon hiring
• The successful applicant is responsible for organizing their own transportation to and from work sites
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants must complete screening through the Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Decision Making, Developing Others, Organization and Planning, Risk Management, Teamwork and Cooperation, Values and Ethics, and Valuing DiversityWORK STATUS: Casual, seasonal, May 5th, 2025 to August 29th, 2025HOURS OF WORK:
May/June work hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday paid 35 hours per week.
July/August, day camp hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.TRAINING DATES (Mandatory):
Training dates will be provided upon hiring. Successful candidates must attend all training.SALARY: Non-Union; $20.20 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay) – Anticipated wage as of April 1st, 2025WORK LOCATIONs:
Adventure Earth – Fleming Park (68 Parkhill Rd, Halifax, NS)
Adventure Earth – Shubie Park (54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth NS)CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on Sunday, February 9th, 2025Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.

Location: Fleming, SK

Job date: Thu, 26 Dec 2024 02:46:37 GMT