Waterfront Program & Lifeguard Supervisor, Camp Towhee
About The Position
Camp Towhee is a member of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) and employs individuals that believe in and uphold the OCA core values. These values are integrity, respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, and openness. All Camp Towhee staff members are expected to carry themselves in a way that represents these values and aligns with the OCAs mission to have camp staff who are honest, responsible, and fair to all. Camp Towhee/Towhee Summer Therapeutic Program treats youth with Mental Health issues complicated by Learning Disabilities. Located in Haliburton, Ontario, Towhee positively changes the trajectory of kids and staffs lives. This will be one of the most rewarding, magical and hardest places you will ever work. We provide 15 days of training covering behaviour management, counselling skills, CPI, mental health and learning disabilities. If you are interested in a career in the social services, psychology or teaching and/or want to play a pivotal role in supporting children and youth in feeling safe enough to be their genuine amazing selves - Towhee is the place for you to get real experience, skill building, and be part of that change.
Requirements
- Two (2) or more years in a post-secondary degree or equivalent experience.
- Previous professional experience working within a camp environment, strongly preferred.
- Experience working with children and/or youth, preferably our population.
- Personal, professional, or educational experiences in a related field (education, recreation, social work, psychology, etc.).
- Experience implementing behaviour/social/emotional interventions and using counselling skills.
- Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position.
- Must have a current and valid police record check with vulnerable sector screening
- Must have/acquire Standard First Aid with CPR C.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse background and experiences.
- Current National Lifeguard (NL) certificate, or commitment to obtain prior to beginning of contract.
- ORCKA Basic Canoeing Level 3 and Canoe Tripping Level 1, strongly preferred
- Experience with kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and tripping (portage, map-reading, etc.).
Nice To Haves
- Experience at Towhee or a related program.
- Experience supervising and/or working collaboratively with a team.
- Bronze Cross swimming qualifications or higher, is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing the planning and implementation of all water-related programs and offsite trips involving water, which includes providing oversight for staff and participant safety.
- Oversee free swim when the waterfront is open, ensuring lifeguard ratios are maintained and all policies and procedures are followed.
- Providing direct supervision, feedback, and written evaluation to each team member.
- Perform as a part of the greater Camp Towhee Supervisor Team, which includes the development of staff training and team building activities.
- Assisting in other areas of camp by providing direct support and supervision of campers during mealtimes, evening programs, bedtime routines and night supervision as needed.
- Provide coverage for members of the Waterfront & Woods team when members are absent.
- Assist in other areas of camp programming as needed.
- Adhering to all policies, practices, and procedures of Camp Towhee, and always acting as a positive role model.
Benefits
- Room and board are included at no additional cost
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
