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Location

Calgary, Alberta

Quick overview

Volunteers assist camp leaders in preparing and implementing activities for children aged 3-12. They are responsible for supervising participants, ensuring safety, and maintaining an engaging camp environment.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be between 13 and 17 years old and hold a valid Emergency First Aid with CPR C or Bronze Medallion certification. Applicants must also be comfortable swimming and available to attend mandatory training sessions.

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Job description

Summer Day Camp Volunteers assist Day Camp Leaders with preparing and implementing Summer Day Camps for children ages 3-12Y.

Responsibilities

  • Arrive on time and ready for shift wearing proper uniform.
  • Look over the lesson plans so you are aware of the activities scheduled for each day.
  • Welcome participants and customers as they enter the space or camp.
  • Actively participate in all camp activities and interact positively with children.
  • Work closely with leaders to provide a safe, fun, and engaging camp atmosphere.
  • Assist with the set-up and take-down of any equipment associated with the camp.
  • Help with cleaning camp areas and supplies throughout each day.
  • Be aware of all safety and emergency procedures.
  • Be willing and adaptable to learning new processes and following procedures.
  • Supervise participants and ensure they are following safety rules and guidelines.
  • Assist by being a great role model: listen to the leader(s), sit with the group during instructions, and model appropriate behaviour.
  • Help with any demonstrations or instructions as requested by the leader(s).
  • Provide positive feedback and guidance to participants.
  • Regularly check messages and maintain communication with supervisors.
  • Be responsible for logging hours on appropriate time sheets.
  • Attend all volunteer meetings and training sessions as assigned.
  • Be prepared and excited to spend majority of time outdoors (rain or shine).
  • Be enthusiastic and bring energy to every shift!

Work Term

  • July 02 – September 02
  • Minimum commitment of 2 full weeks (does not need to be consecutive) – Approximately 80 hours.
  • Weekdays, Monday –
  • Friday: 8:30 – 4:30pm

Qualifications/ Skills Required

  • Between 13 and 17 years of age.
  • Completion of minimum of Emergency First Aid with CPR C or Bronze Medallion.
  • Comfortable swimming
  • Completion of Volunteer Training – Provided by Westside.

Mandatory Training: Summer Camp Volunteers are required to attend all training dates from one of the following two options:

Option 1

  • Friday June 12th (evening)
  • Saturday June 13th (full day)
  • Sunday June 14th (full day)

Option 2

  • Friday July 17th (evening)
  • Saturday July 18th (full day)
  • Sunday July 19th (full day)

All 3 training sessions within Option 1 or Option 2 are mandatory and must be fully attended.

Benefits

  • Volunteer training