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- Supportive management team and collaborative work environment
- Family Culture
- Innovative Environment
- Learn by working alongside our SME experts
- Enriched job fulfilment
- We offer a competitive compensation package, and exceptional opportunities for career growth
Position Description
At KCA Youth and Family Wellness Camp, we are not just a destination—we’re a close-knit community. This summer, we’re gearing up for an extraordinary series of day and overnight camps, inviting children and youth from our affiliate KCA communities to embark on a journey of growth and fun. With a diverse array of land-based activities, water adventures to arts, sports, and team building, our camps are designed to foster valuable life skills, boost self-esteem, and cultivate lasting friendships.
We are on the lookout for one dynamic Senior Camp Counsellor from Grassy Narrows to join our team and help us create unforgettable summer memories for youth . At KCA Youth and Family Wellness Camp, every day is brimming with excitement and opportunity. As a Senior Camp Counsellor, you’ll be right in the heart of the action, working as a lead counsellor for a group of 10-15 campers to build friendships, try new and fun activities, and create memories that will last a lifetime. If you’re passionate, motivated, and ready to make a difference, come join us at KCA Youth and Family Wellness Camp!
Senior Camp Counsellor are integral to the success of day camps and overnight camps at the KCA Youth and Family Wellness Camp. They are responsible for leading groups of 10-15 campers aged 6-15 years old with the support of 1 Junior Camp Counsellor. Senior Camp Counsellor play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of campers, fostering an environment of growth, learning, and fun. Beyond just supervising activities, they serve as mentors, role models, and confidants, nurturing the personal and social development of young individuals. Their guidance helps campers build confidence, develop new skills, and form lasting friendships. Whether leading team-building exercises, providing emotional support, or teaching outdoor skills, Senior Camp Counsellor create a safe and inclusive space where campers can explore, discover, and thrive. Their impact extends far beyond the campfire, influencing the lives of campers long after summer ends.
Position Title: Senior Camp Counsellor
Location : 371Strecker Road,Kenora,Ontario P9N 4N8
Report to : Summer Camp Supervisor ,KCA Youth and family wellness Camp
Contract: June 23,2025 to August 22,2025
Hourly Rate: $ 17.50 Per Hour (40 Hrs/Week) + End of Summer Bonus ,$ 1.00 for every Hour Worked
(If Contract Completed)
Special Considerations: Summer Camp (4 -Weeks July )Day Camp ,2 weeks 3 nights /4 Days -August )
3×12
Position Available: 1 Position (Looking for a candidate from Grassy Narrows)
Duties and Responsibilities:
YES Program and Professional Development:
- Actively take part in the YES program training workshops.
- Participate in regular check in and additional professional develop sessions that support internal professional growth
- Ensure all job specific training is completed and gain personal confidence to complete summer tasks that are assigned.
Be a Role Model of Inspiration:
- Arrive punctually each day, ready to set the standard for behavior and engagement.
- Fully engage in staff training sessions to empower and inspire junior staff.
- Wear the staff uniform with pride, embodying the essence of camp professionalism.
- Model engaging and well-planned activities that inspire campers and staff alike.
Captain Assigned Buses:
- Pick up and drop off campers each day on assigned buses.
- Take daily attendance and report any absences to the Camp Supervisor.
- Support campers in transit offering help where needed and providing fun bus games during travel.
- Ensure smooth daily departures with appropriate hand-offs to parents/guardians.
Demonstrate Leadership and Support:
- Lead groups of 10-15 participants with the assistance of 1 Junior Camp Counsellor.
- Create a unified, positive, and connected team environment for participants and fellow Counsellors.
- Facilitate mealtimes with participants, support group activities, and foster rapport and connections among team members.
Ensure Camper Engagement and Safety:
- Ensure campers fully engage in all activities and encourage positive behaviors within the group.
- Conduct frequent head counts and respond to any First Aid/Medical concerns for participants.
- Support Junior Camp Counsellors in leading activities and developing new leadership approaches.
- Lead Team-Building Activities as assigned.
Offer On-Going Program Support:
- Work collaboratively with KCA Youth & Family Wellness Camp staff on projects, events, and programs.
- Develop inclusive programming that ensures all campers can partake in.
- Identify camper needs for cultural, recreational, and social activities in conjunction with the Camp Coordinator.
- Support the development and implementation of various activities, including land-based activities.
- Assist with ongoing outreach to register campers for summer camp programs.
Manage Camper Behaviors with Care:
- Address unsafe behaviors promptly and compassionately, adhering to established policies & procedures.
- Handle incidents, concerns, and parent inquiries with professionalism and kindness.
Demonstrate Consistent and Professional Communication and Administration:
- Liaise with parents/guardians to address upcoming activities, concerns, and urgent situations.
- Participate in staff meetings, evaluations, and maintain cooperative relationships within the community.
- Adhere to uniform and safety protocols, including wearing closed-toed shoes and name tags.
- Take action to address incidents, problems, emergencies, and parent concerns according to policies.
- Maintain cleanliness and respect for KCA Youth & Family Wellness Campgrounds.
Other Duties as Assigned:
- Be flexible and adaptable, ready to support camp operations in any capacity required.
Qualifications:
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Knowledge of the Anishinaabe culture and language and experience in working in an Indigenous community or organization considered an asset.
- Must be willing to travel when required and take school bus with campers each day.
- Demonstrated knowledge, experience and/or academic background in working with youth and children in a community-based and land-based setting.
- Demonstrated experience in community outreach.
- Proven administrative skills.
- Proven organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Search or must be willing to obtain certificate prior to commencement of work assignment.
- First Aid qualifications (minimum of Emergency First Aid) is an asset or must be willing to obtain certificate prior to commencement of work assignment.
- High Five Certification is an asset.
We’re looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA. Discover What’s Possible!
- Provide education related to healthy living, injury prevention, illness, communicable disease, chronic disease, care and treatments
- Identify health trends and research that may affect clients
- Provide health education regarding health promotion and prevention
- Enter information into the Community Based reporting template, E-SDRT and E-HRTT and any other reporting requirements for programs
- Participate in problem solving issues related to program design, delivery, evaluation and client related issues, monitor performance of the program through appropriate audits (policies and procedures and medical directives) and review of operational statistics
- Other duties as assigned
Personal Attributes
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Possess cultural and political awareness and sensitivity
- Attitude and behavior that conveys respect and dignity of all persons
- Compassionate, empathic and caring attitude
- Demonstrated sound work ethics
- Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance
- Highly motivated, energetic and ambitious
- Able to establish professional, safe, inclusive and respectful relationships
- Independent and shared accountability in a just and trusting culture
- Demonstrate competencies when working with patients/families, staff, students, and volunteers
YES Program and Professional Develop
- Actively take part in the YES program training workshops that include the onboarding process
- Participate in regular check in and additional professional develop sessions that support internal professional growth
- Ensure all job specific training is completed and gain personal confidence to complete summer tasks that are assigned.
Qualifications:
- Registered student in accordance with policies and procedures of the education institution at which they are enrolled in an approved nursing education program
- Acquired competencies in clinical nursing practice to provide safe, quality nursing care, in a supervised assignment
- Ability to work as a member of a team and request guidance and consultation
- Accept direction and guidance and constructive feedback.
- Understanding of and ability to maintain client and business confidentiality and familiarity with PHIPA
- Knowledge of Primary Health Care and Social determinates of health
- Knowledge of Anishinaabe culture and the social determinants of health specific to First Nations populations
- Experience and understanding of Indigenous cultural issues, the geographical realities and social conditions within northern remote Indigenous communities
- Communicate clearly, appropriately, and respectfully with the patient, family, and members of the health care team.
- Critical thinking skills including clinical judgment, problem solving, and evaluation skills reflective of level of formal nursing education
- Adheres to all applicable clinical documentation requirements per site policies.
- Knowledge of Public Health Nursing, particularly with communicable disease control and outbreak management
- Knowledge of bi-cultural practice model
- Strong computer skills, clinical electronic device use, and electronic documentation
- Current CPR/AED with HCP and First aid certification
Position Requirements:
- Willing to travel when required
- Understanding of the Ojibway language is an asset
- Vulnerable Sector Check
We’re looking to grow our teams with people who share our energy and enthusiasm for creating the best experience for our clients and within KCA. Discover What’s Possible!
Please forward your resume cover letter and three references by Friday, April 11 ,2025, 4:30pm to:
Human Resource Department
Kenora Chiefs Advisory
P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor
Kenora ON P9N 3X4
Fax: 807-467-2656
Email: resume@kenorachiefs.org
**We thank all that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
*** Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar within the work setting