Employment: Day Camp Counsellor
(Day Camp – Casual Position)

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Under the direction of the Day Camp Coordinator, the Day Camp Counsellor will: 

• Participate in training and planning sessions as required

• Assume responsibility for the supervision, personal hygiene, safety and well-being of campers

• Know whereabouts of your campers at all times

• Provide one to one or two to one support for campers with diverse needs as determined by the coordinator

• Accommodate campers in an inclusive camp experience

• Assume responsibility for camp facilities and equipment

• Must be prepared and willing to enter the lake to actively supervise children when required

• Must be willing to keep personal cell phone in your locker. Only to be used during breaks and lunch

• Communicate effectively with parents of campers daily

• Learn Kinap Polices and Rules of Camp

• Treat everyone fairly within the context of their activity, regardless of gender, place of origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, political belief or economic status

• Wear a Kinap staff shirt, tank top, pinny or hoodie that is provided to you

• Complete the end of summer evaluations and assist with the closing of camp

Requirements: 

• First Aid / CPR is preferred, but not required

• Experience working with children is an asset

• Successful screening through Child Abuse Registry and Criminal Record check (for ages 18 and older)

Skills: 

• Highly motivated, personable and well organized

• Experience working with the public (all ages) especially children and youth

• Work collaboratively with the Camp Coordinator

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member

• Be of excellent character and a role model

• Possess enthusiasm, energy, patience and a sense of humour

• Desire to work with children in an outdoor environment

• Demonstrated skill or ability to develop skills working with children who have challenging personalities or behaviours

Salary & Hours: Starting wage for this position is $16.50/hr. This is a Casual position to fill in for sick calls, events, and vacations. Shifts will be mutually agreed on. Duration: July 2nd, 2025 to August 30th, 2025

Application Instructions:
Send resumes and cover letters by e-mail (no phone calls).
Email cover letters and resumes to info@kinap.ca 

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 1st, 2025 – Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted; interviews will be on-going as applications are received.

Work Location: 181 Greenough Drive, West Porters Lake, NS.