Wellness Manager
Title: Wellness Manager
Position Status: Full-Time, Seasonal
Vacancies: 1
Salary: $650+ per week
Start Date: June 2024
Location: Big Cove Camp, Thorburn, NS
The YMCA is a place where everyone belongs. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all, in a welcoming space that is both nurturing and fun – in 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 in career development. You will be part of a team that provides children, youth, and adults of all ages a sense of belonging in their community.
The Opportunity
The Manager is a key leadership position on the staff team and is responsible for maintaining the physical health and wellbeing of campers and staff at Big Cove. The main components of this job are the management of the incoming and outgoing information about campers and staff, distribution and safe storage of all medications, First Aid Kit preparation and distribution, managing the medical budget and medical supply inventories, and delivering primary care for health and wellness issues that arise at camp. The Wellness Manager helps to train counsellors and leadership trainers to address wellness issues proactively and works closely with other Managers and Directors to promote general cleanliness and health at Big Cove. They work closely with the Counselling Team to support camper wellbeing. This person works closely with the Camp Directors to assess and provide additional, offsite care for illness or injury that may arise. The Wellness Manager must be comfortable in communicating with parents. The Wellness Manager is an important Leadership Role at camp and works with other Directors to ensure smooth coordination of service delivery to all campers. Working the spring season is desired for the camper care manager. Please note that this role requires you to be on site for the duration of summer camp.
Qualifications & Skills
- Must be 21 years of age by June 20, 2024
- Strong interpersonal skills are required, along with a high degree of flexibility and organization
- Minimum qualifications: Standard First Aid, CPR-C and a Class 4 Driver’s License
- Recommended qualifications: NLS, Wilderness First Aid,
- Preference may be given to those enrolled or completing a nursing program
- Start Date: Spring session April 28 (preferred); Summer session June 23
- Strong work ethic
- Positive team-oriented attitude
- Good judgement
- Patience with children and an interest in their growth and development
Please note that successful candidates are required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check (18+) and Vulnerable Sector Check (18+), clear Child Abuse Registry Check, and valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C training at minimum. All YMCA employees are required to attend YMCA Child Protection Training.
Apply Today
Please apply online at https://ymcahfx.ca/workwithus/.
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.