Program Specialist

Join our dynamic team as a Program Specialist at our summer camp, where you’ll play a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for our campers. As a Program Specialist, you’ll supervise and lead daily activities in one of our exciting program areas: Arts, Environmental Education, or Target Range & Low Ropes. You’ll act as a resource person to the Summer Camp Director, participate in staff meetings and evening programs, and serve as a role model and consultant to other staff members. With a focus on fostering the mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each camper, you’ll plan and implement engaging activities tailored to their needs. This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive team environment, live onsite during the camp session, and contribute to a fun and meaningful experience for all campers. If you are at least 16 years old, have previous staff experience, and are passionate about leadership and youth development, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role.

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:

• July and August, 8 weeks (possibility for contract to begin in May or June depending on our staffing needs)
• A contract must be signed before the start of employment at Camp

Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in all Morning Watch, Chapels, and staff meetings while at camp
• Act as a Resource person to the Summer Camp Director
• Supervise daily Camp activities in one of the following program areas:
  • Arts
  • Environmental Ed
  • Target Range & Low Ropes
• Follow the Program Schedule and Duties outlined by the Program Coordinator
• Act as a counsellor, role model and consultant to all other summer staff
• Assist with night time rounds, rest hour times and morning round
• Participate in all evening programs
• Participate in all Staff Training Events
• Plan and implement the weekly Program Area of Responsibility ie. Arts, Environmental Ed or Target Range & Low Ropes, integrating the theme into the activities.
• Adapt  activities to meet campers needs based on age and ability
• Keep supplies organized and keep all program areas clean
• Keep weekly inventory of supplies. Notify Program Coordinator if more supplies are needed.
• Completing all duties assigned by the Program Coordinator & Summer Camp Director

Type of Accountability:

• Working within a team atmosphere to create a positive and supportive environment
• Reporting directly to the Program Coordinator
• 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 any 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 camper
• Encourage and enable counsellors and campers to use and develop their skills and talents

Job Requirements

• A Program Specialist must be minimum of 16 years of age with at least one year of camp experience
• Required to live onsite during camp session (Sunday afternoon – Friday evening)
• Prior camp experience is required
• First Aid is an asset
• Leadership experience is an asset
• A police Records Check including vulnerable individuals (or Voluntary Disclosure Form if under 18) is required for this position.  The Police Records check must be current. (within the last 1 year)