Camp Counsellor- Camp Wimodausis

ABOUT CHILD DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE CDI is a leading children’s mental health agency in the City of Toronto offering a range of services to approximately 3,500 children ages 0 12, youth ages 13-18 and their families each year.

Our mission is to promote and support the healthy development of children and to strengthen the families and communities in which they live.

We provide four streams of service to families in need : early intervention, family violence, healthy child development and specialized mental health services for children and youth with learning disabilities.

POSITION SUMMARY Child Development Institute is seeking 8 energetic Camp Counsellors to join our dynamic Camp Wimodausis team.

This is a day camp which operates out of CDI St. Clair Gardens site. Under the direction of Coordinator, Camp Wimodausis, the successful candidate will ensure that the conceptualization and delivery of CDI programs and services are consistent with the mission, values, policies, procedures, standards and priorities of the organization and are provided utilizing the SNAP® model, an evidence-based CBT program that serves children exhibiting serious behavioral, emotional and / or social challenges.

• What the role is all about... 1. Support the planning, implementation and delivery of Camp programs; 2. Ensures effective implementation of specialized therapeutic programming for camp;
• 3.Completes necessary reports related to the camp; 4. Assists with maintaining camp budget; 5. Acts as a positive role model for children, youth, co-workers and families;
• 6. Performs other assigned duties as it related to the camp. What we hope you will bring Bachelor’s level degree in Social Work or Child and Youth Counsellor : CYC diploma or degree or related / working towards;
• Minimum of one (1) years of direct experience with latency age children and adolescents and their families; Standard First Aid and CPR;

Must have a current and valid police records check with vulnerable sector screening; Skills, Attributes and Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, planning, problem-solving, communication, computer, and financial skills;
• Direct counselling experience in a therapeutic recreational setting is an asset;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel;
• Excellent administrative, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Preferred candidates will have or are working towards experience in the fields of social work, child and youth care, and / or teaching Workplace Environment Governed by concurrent and dynamic deadlines, despite conflicting priorities and frequent interruptions;
• Occasional travel to other community sites; Fast-paced work environment; Frequent handling of queries and calls from managers and staff;

Occasionally required to work flexible hours related to the needs of the camp. Other Requirements Credential verifications & References required.

As a condition of employment, you are required to provide updated COVID vaccinations in compliance with CDI Mandatory Vaccination Policy.

Number of positions vacant : 8 COMPENSATION : $ 17.55 per hour. We thank all interested parties but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION : Child Development Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value inclusivity & diversity in the workplace.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and / or current barriers to equity, including.

ACCOMMODATION : Child Development Institute is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC).

Child Development Institute will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment & selection process to applicants with disabilities.

During any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) you may require.

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