Adventure Camp Leader

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Adventure Camp Leader

Position : Adventure Learning Leader (ALL) Designation : Unit Leader

Type of Position : Summer Contract, Full Time, Select Weeks

Salary : $4105 $4455 (6 week contract)

Contract Dates* : May 17th 20th and June 24 July 5 and July 14 July 19 and July 28 August 16

Adventure Learning Leader contracts include 1 week of staff training and 5 weeks of expeditionary programs. Contract extensions up to 3 additional weeks assisting with our onsite camp programs can be negotiated.

Adventure Learning Leaders are part of the UNIT LEADER team at Canterbury Hills. Unit Leaders work in staff teams of 2-3 to provide direct supervision to an assigned unit (group) of campers.

Each Unit Leader works with their unit for the entirety of a weeklong session. Unit Leaders enjoy days filled with activity facilitation, camper interaction, and outdoor adventure.

Unit Leaders are supervised in their work by members of the senior staff team, called the Resource Team.

Among Unit Leaders, Adventure Learning Leaders work to provide care, supervision, and a memorable experience to campers in our Adventure camp program and Leader-in-Training program.

Adventure Camp is for campers aged 13-15 and the Leader-in-Training program is for participants aged 14 & 15 years old. Every week of the ALL contract will include between 3-5 days of offsite expeditionary programming.

ALLs will guide program participants in hiking, camping, and canoeing trips along established routes on the Grand River and along the Niagara Escarpment.

Adventure Learning Leader Position Overview view Detailed Job Description for additional information

• Arrival onsite by 12 : 00pm on Sunday, departure on Friday after end of week clean-up and debrief of each Adventure week
• Supervision of assigned Adventure or Expedition Unit (8-12 campers) aged 13 to 15 years old, working alongside other Adventure staff and the Leadership Development Coordinator
• Completing inventory, packing, and maintenance of out-tripping gear
• Full participation in offsite expedition components for all contracted weeks
• Planning and facilitating daily Unit activities
• Supporting group dynamics, encouraging positive interactions, and addressing any concerns
• All meals provided
• Experience and comfort with paddling, multi day camping, and trip hiking necessary
• Preference given to candidates with current National Lifeguard Certification, or willingness to obtain

Key Dates for 2024

• May Staff Training Weekend : May 17th 20th
• Adventure Staff Training Week : June 24th 29th
• Expedition 1 (LIT 1s) : July 1st 5th
• Expedition 2 (Adventure Camp) : July 14th 19th
• Expedition 3 (LIT 1s) : July 28th August 2nd
• Expedition 4 (Adventure Camp) : August 5th 9th
• Expedition 5 (LIT 2s) : August 11th 16th
• Staff clean-up, debrief, and celebration : Saturday August 24th
• Optional Contract Extension : August 26th 30th

Canterbury Hills Camp is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity within our workplace and greater community.

We work to develop a barrier-free selection process and inclusive work environment that is increasingly representative of the communities we live and work in, and where all team members are able to express ideas, opinions and experiences.

Canterbury Hills Camp is affiliated with the Diocese of Niagara, Anglican Church of Canada.