Counsellor Team Coordinator- Easter Seals Camp Horizon

Counsellor Team Coordinator

Established in 1965 Easter Seals Camp Horizon specializes in an accessible and inclusive summer camp experience for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. We offer programs such as high ropes, rock climbing, camping, arts and crafts, leadership training and much, much, more! Easter Seals fosters a work environment that is inclusive as well as diverse, where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued to reflect the people we serve.

The Counsellor Team Coordinators (CTC) are responsible for the supervision and organization of the Camp Counselling Team. CTC’s will ensure that the day-to-day logistics of life at camp run smoothly. They will act as mediators, cabin support, supervisors, and mentors.

What You’ll Be Doing

·          Daily management of programming schedule

·          Supervise and support counsellors

·          Planning and participating in camp wide events

·          Conflict resolution

·          Counsellor performance evaluations

·          Providing a safe and welcoming environment for all campers and staff

·          Providing choice and opportunity within every activity. Following the framework of Challenge by Choice

·          Ensure that staff and campers are engaged in meaningful activities throughout the day

·          Being a leader and role model for staff

·          Complete necessary administrative tasks

Your Skills and Experience

·          Experience working with individuals with disabilities and complex medical needs

·          Experience working with children, youth, and adults

·          Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

·          Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C

·          Excellent risk management skills

·          Experience with conflict resolution

·          Two years in a leadership position preferred

·          Previous experience working at an overnight summer camp

·          Support staff during Counsellor training (must be available from June 3^rd to June 20^th for training)

·          Class 4 driver's license an asset

·          Any outdoor certifications considered an asset:

o   ACCT Level 1 Assistant Ropes Course Instructor Certification

o   40/80hr Wilderness First Aid

o   Outdoor Counsel of Canada: Field Leader Hiking & Overnight Certificate or equivalent

Working Conditions

·          Contract: March 1^st, 2025 -August 31^st, 2025

·          Onsite in Bragg Creek, AB.

·          5-6 days a week 8-12hr days

·          Working outdoors each day in all kinds of weather

·          Working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and abilities

·          Must be able to attend all counsellor training: June 3^rd, 2025- June 20^th, 2025

What We Can Offer You

·          Lodging in shared staff cabins all summer in beautiful Kananaskis Country

·          Prepared meal each day while campers are onsite

·          Disability sensitivity training

Conditions of Employment

·          Satisfactory completion of a police information and vulnerable sector check

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted