Leadership Coordinator

Embark on an exhilarating 16-week adventure as a Leadership Coordinator at our summer camp, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of leaders. From May to August, you’ll be at the helm of the Counsellor in Training (CIT) program, crafting and leading comprehensive training sessions, managing placements, and evaluating the progress of these aspiring leaders. Collaborate closely with the Summer Camp Director and the Leadership Team to create a supportive, Christ-like environment that fosters the mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of both CITs and campers.

There are some things that are unique about being camp staff. Here are some of them: 

• You will live on site during your employment.
  • ​Spring Staff usually work Monday to Friday staying on site during the week.
  • Summer Staff usually work Sunday to Friday, starting at 4:00pm on Sunday and finishing around 6:00pm on Friday
• We feed you
  • ​All staff are fed during their time at camp. Spring staff prepare their meals together with food supplied by camp. During the summer the whole camp eats together in the Dining hall, enjoying 3 meals a day and 2 snacks. Some days it seems all we do is eat!
• Staff Training is paid
  • ​Both the Staff Orientation and the Staff Training Camp are paid days.
• What if I have a weekly commitment or pre-planned event during the camp week?
  • For a one-time occurrence (ex. graduation, prom, anniversary party) we can be flexible and work to accommodate the absence with advance notice. However, a weekly commitment that will take you away from camp regularly is not something we can accommodate. You are expected to be at camp Sunday afternoon until Friday afternoon (for regular camp sessions) with no absences.
• Dietary requirements can be accommodated
  • ​We have great kitchen staff and can accommodate most dietary requirements.

Kenesserie Camp traces our camp’s history back to 1903. Throughout our existence, it has been the commitment of the Board of Directors to provide strong program and leadership for children ages five to fifteen within a safe & caring community. We are looking for staff members that are committed to the mission of the camp and who are interested in serving others. As a staff member at Kenesserie Camp, you will have the opportunity to express and demonstrate your character and example to the campers in your care and through interaction with fellow staff members. Working at Kenesserie Camp is a challenging experience as we work together towards creating positive lifetime memories for all who experience our programs. Please consider the commitment required as you contemplate applying for camp staff.

Job Description:

Length of Tenure:

• May – August 16 weeks
• A  contract must be signed before the start of employment at Camp

Responsibilities:

• Develop correspondence with Counsellor in Training(CIT) and their guardians regarding their program
• Work with Camp Administrator to organize and maintain the current CIT list
• Develop, organize and lead all CIT training
• Further develop the CIT placement experiences with the Summer Camp Director to provide meaningful exposure to all aspects of camp life.
• Complete and keep on record all  CIT evaluations (for each week at Camp including training week)
• Responsible for ensuring all camping and program supplies and equipment are available
• Work with the Summer Camp Director to schedule necessary staff and resources for the CIT program.
• Work with Leadership Team to mentor and oversee CIT program
• Assist with the maintenance of the camp
• Act as a Counsellor, role model and consultant to all other summer staff
• Assist with night time rounds, rest hour times and morning rounds, when able
• Participate in all evening programs, when able
• Communicate to Summer Camp Director the concerns and requirements of CITs
• Assist the Summer Camp Director with staff evaluations when required
• Assist with planning of staff training events including leading any sessions as requested by the Summer Camp Director.
• Complete end-of-summer report and submit to the Summer Camp Director before leaving camp at the end of summer.

Type of Accountability:

• Working within a team atmosphere to create a positive and supportive “Christ-like” atmosphere
  Report directly to Summer Camp Director
• Possess excellent leadership skills
• Familiar with Emergency Procedures and all fire safety equipment
• Willingness to follow all Camp rules and regulations defined by the Executive Director, The Kenesserie Board of Directors and The Policy and Procedures Manual
• Notify Summer Camp Director of all issues
• Relate well to Campers and other staff in a caring, compassionate, respectful and understanding manner
• Be emotionally and spiritually mature in handling conflict and problems that arise.

Relationship of the position to the goals of the Camp:

• Exhibiting a standard of personal conduct that is consistent with both the Christian goals of the Camp and the expectations of the Summer Camp Director
• Providing  the time and care required for each Camper to have a fun and meaningful experience during their time at Camp
• Foster and encourage the mental, physical, social and emotional and spiritual growth of each CIT & camper
• Encourage and enable counsellors and campers to use and develop their skills and talents

Job Requirements:

• Previous camping, and leadership experience
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Background in outdoor education, outdoor recreation, leadership training, education is an asset
• First Aid is an asset
  Required to live onsite during camp sessions from Sunday afternoon to Friday evening
• A police Records Check including vulnerable individuals is required for this position. The Police Records check must be current. (within the last 1 year)