Summer Camp Volunteer - Calgary

Monarch House • Calgary, AB

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Summer Camp Volunteer plays a vital role in executing a variety of engaging activities tailored to the needs of children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other learning and developmental delays. The Summer Camp Volunteer will help create a safe, organized, and positive camp environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, and skill development while accommodating behavioral challenges.

Requirements

• We encourage current university students pursuing careers in Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Behaviour Analysis, Education, Early Childhood Development or Psychology.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and legally authorized to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

• Experience in program coordination, recreationally-centered or community-based work is an asset.
• Experience working with a group of children with diverse needs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate diverse daily activities, creating an engaging and supportive atmosphere
• Aid in picking activities, motivating team participation and imaginative thinking.
• Proactively encourage positive behavior and teamwork, addressing behavioral challenges as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe activity environment at all times.
• Provide professional, positive, and respectful communication updates regarding behavior to caregivers

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Supervision hours for aspiring and provisionally registered clinicians
• Access to mentorship, premium resources, and subscriptions for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family (if eligible)
• Seamlessly move to different clinic locations across Ontario, Alberta, or British Columbia
• Join our annual Best Practice Day for learning and reflection with our national community of clinicians
• Enjoy Paid Time Off and Wellness Days (pro-rated for hourly staff)
• Exclusive unlimited employee discounts (e.g. hotels, cinema tickets, Apple products and more)
• Mileage covered (for float staff and clinicians travelling to multiple centers and/or the community)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed