Day Camp Counselor-Respite Care (Summer student-term position)
The Position
Day Camp Counselor (Child and Youth Worker)
The Day Camp Counselor in the Respite Care Connection program will participate in and supervise recreational activities for children and adolescents with developmental disabilities.
Clients have diagnoses such as ADHD, FASD and ASD and the program focuses on strengthening self-esteem, skill development and socialization skills.
This is facilitated in a fun, structured and safe environment with a ratio of one staff to three youth. This position is Monday to Friday 8 : 30-4 : 30.
There is an opportunity to continue employment after the summer.
The successful applicant will have the following qualifications :
- A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector
- A current Alberta Intervention Record check
- Current First Aid and CPR C’
- Have a valid Class 5 or license and clean driving record
- Have a vehicle in good condition that can be used for work
- Experience working with children with developmental disabilities is an asset
To be eligible, individuals must :
- be between 18 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
- have some training or experience in the field;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and,
- be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
Job type : Full time (Overtime might be required based on the program needs)
Pay : $18-$22
Competition for these posting closes when the suitable candidate has been found.
Enviros believes in the power of diversity, and we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.
We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities, including Indigenous applicants, and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.
Additionally, Enviros is committed to having a workforce of skilled and diversified representation of the population we serve.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however in our commitment to the population we serve, preference will be given to candidates self-identifying as an Indigenous Person.
Enviros is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We regret that we are unable to accept telephone inquiries.