Summer Day Camp Counsellor

Position DescriptionAmberlea Presbyterian Church Whites Rd., Pickering, ON L1V 1R8 WebsiteFacebookYouTube Amberlea Summer Day Camp CounsellorPrimary Scope of Position : Support the ongoing ministry to children and youth in the community by being a member of the Summer Team in planning and implementing summer programming.

Build relationships with children and youth, modeling a Christ-like lifestyle and attitude, assisting and leading ministry events that reinforce our church's priorities, and becoming actively involved in the life and community of Amberlea.

Job Description : Participate in team planning and execution of all summer, children, youth and family ministry initiatives in cooperation with the church including : Mini CampMusical Theatre CampFamily eventsYouth volunteer eventsCommunity outreach events Prepare and lead specific activities including games, crafts, dramas, snacks, stories, music, communications and administration.

Ability to use media resources.Build relationships with children, youth and parentsCommunicate with parents, children, youth, co-workers, volunteers and congregation in joint initiatives, public relations, management of tasks and concernsParticipate in preparing a summary report of the Summer Team, and programs complete with an evaluation and recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications and Characteristics : Live a lifestyle that reflects an authentic commitment to Christ and one that models ChristRespect and appreciation for the Presbyterian expression of faithEnergetic, self-motivated, and a strong ability to lead, work and serve well with othersExcellent time management, organization, administration and research skillsExperience with children and youth programming and creative planningComfort with sharing Bible stories and the GospelInterest in education and / or children or youth ministryBetween the ages of 15-30Complete a Vulnerable Sector Check with suitable resultsFollow the Leading with Care policies and all Health & Safety trainingReliably get to and from the church location at varied hours SupervisionThe Day Camp Counsellor will be under direct supervision of the Day Camp Leader, Administrator, and Lead Pastor.

The supervisor(s) commit to : Communicate daily to go over the tasks to be completed and review the activities of the day.

Meet weekly one to one to provide feedback on job performance and insure the health and safety procedures are being met.At least once weekly observe the employee at work insuring quality and completion of tasksEvaluate and review their work experience at the end of the work term.

The mentor(s) commit to : Connect at the start of the work term to review the work skills he / she will develop during their placement including : client services, teamwork, communication, leadership and childcare programming skills.

Connect weekly to review the achievement of these goals and where there are other opportunities they can be guided in their development.

Duration : 8 weeks, June 24 August 18Hours : 35 hours / weekRemuneration : $16.75 / hour