Day/Overnight Unit Leader Descriptions

Benefits Include:

  • Summer Salary between $1900-$2200, based on skills & experience.
  • Meals & accommodation provided during training events & all required work time.
  • A fun & challenging outdoor work environment full of learning and great teamwork.

Day Camp Leader: ~ Minimum age requirement: 16 years old by Dec. 31, 2017

  • Participate in all staff training event and meetings, as required.
  • Lead and care for campers ages 5-10 years.
  • Work at camp Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, with an overnight on Thursdays.
  • Work together with a staff team (2-4 leaders) and a unit (10 campers) to plan a unique schedule and participate in special events with the whole camp (meals, chapel, Thurs. night program, etc.)
  • Provide 1:1 support and integration for campers with physical and/or developmental needs.
  • Supervise campers and ensure safety through all aspects of camp life.
  • Have time off on weekday evenings, weekends and late Thurs night after campers are settled, unless assigned to night supervision.

Overnight Camp Leader: ~ Minimum age requirement: 17 years old by Dec. 31, 2017

  • Participate in all staff training events and meetings, as required.
  • Lead and care for campers ages 7-15 years.
  • Work at camp for 8 sessions (6 camps are 5 nights, 1 camp is 6 nights and 1 camp is 4 nights).
  • Lead a unit group (8 campers) with a staff team (2-4 leaders) through all activities, meals, cabin times, camp-out, etc. and participate in all camp special events (chapel, meals, evening program, etc.)
  • Provide 1:1 support and integration for campers with physical and/or developmental needs.
  • Supervise campers and ensure safety through all aspects of camp life.
  • Take time off between camp sessions or as arranged during the camp day.

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As a Unit Leader, you are required to:

  • Hold current certification of Standard First Aid & CPR by June 23, 2017. Canterbury Hills Camp will cover the First Aid course registration fee.
  • Provide a Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
  • Attend the May Training Weekend: May 20 (morning) - 22 (afternoon).
  • Attend the June Training Week: June 23 (evening) - June 30 (afternoon).
  • Commit to the entire term of employment, including the clean-up/closure day on Aug. 26, 2017.