Head Camp Leader

Head Camp Leader

(Playground Leader II)
Auxiliary - Competition #25011A

North Vancouver Recreation & Culture is dedicated to building healthy individuals, families and communities. We offer a wide range of recreation and cultural programs and services to residents of all ages and abilities. This position offers the right person the opportunity to be part of an innovative staff team that makes a true difference in the lives of North Vancouver residents.

ABOUT THE JOB
We are currently looking for Head Summer Camp Leaders for our various school aged camps between June 23 – August 29, 2025. The hours of work will vary according to your location placement and camp registration numbers.

ABOUT YOU
You are a team player committed to community. You are courteous and effective with the public and enjoy working with a diverse group of people. You must be able to prepare and lead a wide variety of programs and activities including sports, arts and crafts, games, and neighborhood walks. You are highly enthusiastic and capable of motivating and encouraging others. You should have a demonstrated ability to exercise good judgement and display leadership skills. You will be responsible for creating detailed lesson plans and camp itineraries, working within a camp budget, and making program bookings. In addition, you must be able to work effectively with children, and closely and cooperatively with parents and facility staff, while creating a healthy and safe environment for the campers.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to organize and provide leadership for children and youth activities
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor other camp leaders and volunteers
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
• High Five- Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification
• Preferred candidates will be available Monday to Friday for the duration of Summer 2025
• Previous volunteer experience working with children/youth considered an asset
• Must be available for paid training on June 4, 21 and 22

Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience working in a role with children in a variety of settings such as camps, arts and crafts, dance, and sports. Applicants may also be considered for Camp Leader (Playground Leader 1) position.

All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a requirement of the position. All candidates must be prepared to work at any of our facilities, indoors and outdoors.

HOURS OF WORK: Shifts may vary from 4 hours per day up to 40 hours per week depending on availability and program requirements.

HOURLY RATE: The pay for this unionized position is $26.62 per hour (2024 rates), plus 12% in lieu of benefits.

CLOSING DATE: April 25, 2025

APPLY ONLINE AT: https://nvrc.peopleadmin.ca/postings/2637

We thank you for your interest, but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.