Leadership Counsellor

Title:  Leadership Counsellor

Reports to: Camp Director

Position Status:  Full Time, Seasonal

Vacancies: 8

Start Date: Spring - April 2023, Summer – June 2023

Location:  Big Cove Camp,  Sutherlands River

Dept: 8200

The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – a community of shared responsibilities, where children and families can thrive.

There are lots of places to work, but few opportunities to do work that really matters, and the Y is one of those rare places. When you join our team, you don’t just get a job – you’ll embark on an exciting path of career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages reach feel a sense of belonging to their community.

The Opportunity

Big Cove YMCA Camp is a residential summer camp for children aged 6–16 located in Sutherlands River, Nova Scotia. Big Cove is the oldest residential camp in Canada, founded by the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth in 1889.  At camp, we believe that our exciting programs and dedicated staff are truly the pinnacle of the Big Cove Camp experience. 

Our staff are not only leaders but friends, teachers and role models to all of our campers. Camp staff members are a dedicated group of responsible young adults carefully selected for their character, maturity, skills and sincere interest in the growth and development of youth.  

Leadership counsellors play a vital role at Big Cove as they are directly involved with training future Big Cove staff. They must have strong leadership skills, be able to work both independently and as part of a team, and be able to delegate jobs and tasks to participants while ensuring safety and fun. Leadership counsellors live in tipi’s in our leadership village away from the main part of camp with a co-leader and 8 campers. Leadership Counsellors will work in either our L1 or L2 program supporting the development and training of participants in hard skills such as archery, high ropes and canoeing as well as soft skills such as camper management, group dynamics and behaviour management. Leadership Counsellors are required to live on site during the camp season.

Qualifications

●      Must be 19 years of age by December 31, 2023

●      A minimum of two years working at a summer camp or related experience

●      Minimum qualifications: NLS, Standard First Aid and CPR C, WHIMIS, Wilderness First Aid, Mental Health First Aid ,Paddle Canada Certification

●      Recommended qualifications: Outdoor Council of Canada,  Interpretive Guides Association, Wilderness Advanced First Aid

Note: Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, Child Abuse Registry Check, and proof of valid First Aid and CPR training.  Employees will be required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training.

Apply Today

Please apply online at http://www.ymcahfx.ca/job-postings/ by January 31, 2023

We look forward to hearing from you! 

The YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth is an equal opportunity employer that values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify.