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About the Role

As a Junior Camp Mentor, you will play an important role in creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment while leading activities and building positive relationships with participants for children ages 6-12.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead activities for a group of children
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants
• Facilitate fun, creative, and age-appropriate programming
• Support the development of programs for children ages 6–12
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are safe and in good working condition
• Maintain accurate attendance, headcounts, and required documentation
• Ensure programs are inclusive, non-competitive, and developmentally appropriate
• Supervise participants at all times, following all safety guidelines and procedures
• Address conflicts and behaviours using positive behaviour management strategies
• Assist in responding to incidents in accordance with Club policies and procedures
• Participate in all staff training and orientation sessions
• Report to and take direction from the Program Manager and Supervisors
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, volunteers, families, and participants
• Attend scheduled meetings and team briefings
• Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to each scheduled shift

Requirements

• Experience working with children ages 6–12 (required)
• Current First Aid & CPR (mandatory)
• Police Reference Check within the last 6 months (required prior to start date)
• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada

Skills

• Strong interest in recreation, education, or child and youth programming
• Skills in areas such as sports, arts, recreation, education, or health & nutrition
• Strong supervision, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills

Location

• Portage Trail Community School
• 100 Sidney Belsey Crescent

Work Type

• Contract
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Entry Level

Education Level

• HIGH FIVE: Principles of Healthy Child Development (asset)

About the Company

• BGC Weston Mount Dennis Club serves children and youth in the Weston Mount Dennis and surrounding communities.
• We provide social, physical, educational, creative, seasonal, and community support programs that foster growth, confidence, and belonging.
• Our Summer Camp program is designed for children ages 6–12. Programming includes education, recreation, social activities, sports, health and nutrition, mentoring, and the arts.