Part-Time & Seasonal Positions

• to plan and implement safe, enjoyable instructional workshops
• to ensure proper equipment is worn (both participants and instructor) while participating
• maintain ongoing and effective communications with parent, public, co-workers and supervisor
• to assume full responsibility for assigned classes and report frequently to supervisor
• to plan and prepare for classes including a variety of activities to develop skills in outlined areas, which ensure a high level of safety and quality
• to ensure the safe arrival and departure of children from each class
• to ensure park users are aware of and abiding by posted park rules
• to promote an environment of safety and respect among users of the facilities
• to ensure that all required organizational and administrative duties are completed in a timely manner
• to inspect equipment at the parks and report any damage to supervisor immediately
• to assist with general maintenance of the parks (sweeping, litter control, etc.)
• to handle concerns, complaints and suggestions from the public in a professional manner (as per customer feedback policy) and pass these along to supervisor
• to report all injuries of any participants, staff or property damage to supervisor and fill out applicable accident/incident, property damage or WSIB forms immediately
• to abide by and maintain Town policies and to act in a professional manner at all times

Under the direct supervision of the Camp Supervisor, the Camp Counsellor is responsible to plan and implement a safe and varied program of activities for children (ages and programming depends on each specific camp).

• Plan, develop and implement a safe, enjoyable and diversified camp program (including special event and theme days) under the supervision of the Camp Director and Camp Supervisor
• Ensure the safety and well being of your assigned camper group, as well as other campers during camp hours
• Work cooperatively and maintain ongoing and effective communication with participants, parents, staff, Camp Director, Camp Supervisor and Community Recreation Coordinator.
  Abide by and maintain corporate and camp policies and procedures and act in a professional manner at all times
• Ensure that the necessary equipment and supplies are available, and that equipment and supplies are maintained in safe conditions
• To be responsible for your own camper group while at camp, on buses, at the pool and during special events
• To ensure that your camper attendance sheets are accurately completed every morning and submitted to the appropriate supervisor
• Take appropriate action to deal with incidents, problems and emergencies, as outlined in the departmental policies and procedures
• Perform administrative tasks necessary to support the camp program
• Encourage and foster in all campers the 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development outlined by HIGH FIVE: Quality At Play.

• To develop and implement a safe, enjoyable and diversified Playground program at an assigned location
• To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants during program hours
• Develop and implement daily programs (including special events and theme days) with the Senior Leader as well as organize all equipment and supplies for activities
• To maintain program schedules and ensure deadlines are met
• To be actively involved in leading all activities during program operation
• To be involved in the planning and execution of a major special event involving half of the Playground sites
• To conduct daily site and equipment checks for potentially hazardous situations
• To be responsible for all Playground participants during program hours, while off-site, on buses and/or during special events
• Encourage and foster in all campers the 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development outlined by HIGH FIVE: Quality At Play.