Camp Helper

• Ensure the safety and supervision of the participants and follow all rules and regulations set out by the Department and/or outside organizations.
• Assist with the development and implementation of the daily activities.
• Assist with the proper handling and care of the equipment, supplies and facilities utilized, reporting damage or losses to the Camp Coordinator.
• Assist with the daily cleanliness of the facility.
• Communicate with fellow leaders and parents, as required.
• Be involved with the completion of the required administrative forms.
• Be required to participate in daily activities with the campers (including swimming).
• Supervise participants during the extended hours service, when scheduled.
• Act as a Junior Leader in the absence of one.
• Attend Summer Staff Training and scheduled staff meetings, as required.
• The position is responsible for providing timely, accurate information to the Camp Coordinator and for responding to the decisions and directions generated by same.
• Camp Helpers will make decisions around child safety and supervision and activity planning aspects of the day camp programs.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities through the lens of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, ensuring commitment to fairness, representation, accessibility and respect for diverse perspectives and cultures in all aspects of work.

• Enrolled in Highschool or equivalent.
• Valid current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certification.
• Valid High Five – Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (“CRC”) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSC) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville
• Previous experience working with children in either a paid or volunteer role.
• Experience leading children's activities like crafts, games, music, sports.

• Babysitting Course/Training.
• Completion of a Leader-In-Training program.
• Bronze Medallion swimming qualification.
• NCCP Coaching certifications.
• L.I.T. training and experience.
• Previous volunteering experience.

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