Climbing Wall Assistant / Camp Counselor

May 14^th – August 21^st, 2020

CAMP HEALTH, HOPE & HAPPINESS

(Camp He Ho Ha)

 

Camp Health, Hope & Happiness, Alberta’s leading summer recreational facility for individuals with mental and physical disabilities is seeking counselors, both male and female, for the season beginning May 14^th and continuing through to August 21^st, 2020. Camp Health, Hope & Happiness is a residential camp where campers and staff are on site 24/7 during their 6 day stay.

Climbing Wall Assistant / Camp Counselors are responsible for participation, in full, of the mandatory 9-Day Summer Staff Orientation running May 14^th – 22^nd. The term of employment is from May 14^th to August 21^st, 2020.

 

Climbing Wall and Ropes Course Assistant / Counselor: This individual would assist the climbing wall facilitator in implementing programs for campers while ensuring safety of campers on the climbing wall. The climbing wall assistant duties are in addition to the responsibilities of a camp counselor.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Dedicated individuals committed to the personal care and recreational needs of persons with special needs will find these positions both challenging and rewarding. Applicants must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Personal experience with people with special needs, sign language, arts & crafts, water sports (I.e. Canoeing, paddle boating, fishing), performing arts and leadership would be an asset but not necessary. Previous climbing, low ropes, or ziplining experience would be an asset but is not necessary.

A current standard first aide and Level C CPR certificate (that will not expire during the wok term) and the completion of a clear Police Criminal Clearance Check (with vulnerable sector) is required by date of employment.

 

SALARY:

Climbing Wall Counselor – $8220.00 for the term of employment (before taxes). Accommodations are provided for the term of employment listed above. Meals will be provided during camp days.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION – CAMP COUNSELOR

• To abide by the Camp Philosophy that “Campers Come First”.
• To work at being a strong team player in your cabin and with the entire camp staff. Respect all members of your team.
• To assist in keeping the cabin clean and tidy and to ensure that campers play an active role in assisting with cabin cleanup.
• To help generate ENTHUISIASM and IDEAS for all camp activities and to encourage all members of staff to do the same.
• To aide and/or supervise the personal care tasks of each camper (feeding, dressing, bathing and toileting) in the cabin while encouraging and insisting that the campers do all they can for themselves. Always strive to increase the camper’s independence.
• To lift and transfer campers using one and/or two person lifts or mechanical lifts.
• To be with the campers at all times except during specified time off or specified time for climbing wall duties and to spend quality time with the campers whenever possible, including initiating activities during quiet time.
• To cooperatively work with and support all staff.
• To share the responsibilities for advanced planning of activities, special events, and evening programs.
• To take your turn on Dorm Duty, Back up dorm duty and other responsibilities.
• To be responsible for leading camp activities at various times throughout the day.
• To work with other members in the completion of all administrative tasks on time.
• To take responsibility for the smooth operation of your cabin in all areas. This includes daily cabin meetings to eliminate break down in communication, discuss any pertinent information.
• To understand each campers specific needs to ensure that each camper is provided with the best possible physical and emotional care.
• To demonstrate patience, understanding, and care towards campers and staff and to treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• To bring any difficulties or problems that cannot be resolved to the Team Leader or the Coordinators.
• Aide in behaviour management of campers when applicable.
• Evaluate your Team Leader with formal and informal feedback throughout the summer.
• To facilitate campers on the climbing wall, zip line and ropes course.
• To facilitate team building and challenging activities for campers at the climbing wall.
• Ensure all participants are climbing or using equipment in a safe manner.
• Instruct users on proper use of equipment, and how to wear harnesses and helmets.
• Provide encouragement and positive feedback to participants.
• Other duties as requested by the Camp Coordinators.
• Directly responsible to the cabin Team Leader.
• To attend meetings called by the Camp Coordinators.

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

To apply please fill out a Staff Application form located on our website at www.camphehoha.com under Summer Staff Opportunities “Apply Online”, as well as include your resume.

For any questions please contact Kelly French at kelly@camphehoha.com

APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEBRUARY 14^th, 2020.

If you have any questions feel free to contact us:

Summer Camp Coordinator
Phone: (780) 429-3277, Ext. 240
Email: coordinator@camphehoha.com