Camp Counselor – NSCC Pictou Campus March Break Youth Skilled Trades Camp

About the Position

We're looking for March Break Camp Counselors

Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency's Skilled Trade Camps provide hands-on experiences for youth in grades 7 through 9 across the province to discover skilled trades. Youth explore a new trade each day through faculty led workshops in a variety of trade areas.  

As a Camp Counselor, you will be responsible for supervising campers while they attend faculty led workshops. You'll be facilitating teambuilding activities and creating a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all participants. You will work closely with other staff to ensure that camp programs run smoothly, and campers have a memorable and enriching experience.

Location: NSCC Pictou Campus

Duration: Start date March 3rd, end date March 14th

March 3-7: approximately 10 hours of training, in afternoon and evenings. March 10-14: Monday-Friday, 40 hours.

Compensation: $15.20-$17.00 based on qualifications and previous experience

Key Responsibilities:

Camper Supervision:

• Supervise campers at all times; ensuring their safety and well-being during skilled trade workshops, camp activities, lunch and free time.
• Maintain a positive attitude and be a role model for campers. Assist with camper behavior management in a constructive manner.
• Liaison with parents and guardians during camper drop off & pick up.

Camp Facilitation:

• Lead and participate in camp teambuilding activities.
• Encourage participation, and teamwork in all activities and workshops.

Health and Safety:

• Monitor campers for any signs of illness, injury, or distress, and report concerns to leadership should they arise.
• Follow NSCC safety policies and procedures and ensure campers are adhering to camp rules and guidelines.

Communication:

• Build strong, positive relationships with campers to create a supportive environment.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, camp staff, faculty and leadership regarding camper needs, progress, and concerns.
• Provide feedback to the camp leadership on camper behavior and program success.

Leadership & Teamwork:

• Work collaboratively with fellow counselors and camp staff to provide a positive camp experience.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, camp workshops and activities.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Previous experience working with children in a recreational, educational, or childcare setting is preferred but not required.
• Skilled trade, and OH&S experience are considered an asset.

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Leadership potential and the ability to motivate and guide campers.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to participate in physical activities, such as changing tires, using basic hand tools, using power drills, etc.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment (up to 15 pounds) as needed.
• Comfort with working in skilled trade shops.

Additional Information:

• Successful candidates must provide a clear criminal record check and vulnerable sector check. NSCC will reimburse the successful candidate for the cost of the checks.
• Mandatory camp training will take place 2-3 afternoons or evenings in the week of March 3-7th.
• The successful candidates must be available for training.

To apply for the position please email your resume and the campus location you are applying for to bethanypoulsen@nscc.ca no later then Wednesday January 29.

About the Company

NSCC: School of Trades and Transportation
5685 Leeds Street
Halifax, NS B3K 2T4

Company Contact

Bethany Poulsen
bethany.poulsen@nscc.ca
Preferred Contact: Email

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume