Job Posting
Resource Counsellors
Resource Counsellors
At Big Canoe we follow the Faithful Footsteps, Screening Procedures for all staff (paid & volunteer) positions.
Responsable to the Head Program
Resource Counsellors Include Staff in Crafts, Sports & Games, Music & Drama, Low Ropes, Rediscovery, Roving Leader, Tripping, Canoe/Kayak, Waterfront, Outdoor Skills and Leaders In Training (for specific area job description – please contact the camp)
Job Duties
- To do what needs to be done
- Offering high quality, challenging, creative, and safe programs for campers of all ages, providing choice, options and ongoing evaluation
- Setting program goals consistent with the overall goals and objectives of camp big canoe
- Preparing and planning a full program plan prior to pre-camp
- Cares for and reports any concerns with the equipment in their area
- Reports to the office any breakage, loss or need of repairs to equipment or buildings
- Ensures that campers are never left unsupervised in program areas
- Camper unit duties during non-program times
- Both unpacking at the beginning of the summer and packing program supplies at the end of the summer
- Completing a detailed inventory of program supplies and equipment at the beginning and end of the summer
- Participating in activities such as evening patrol, chapel service, song leading, special events, campfires etc.
- Participating in evening programs, special days, other special programs and will be encouraged to take a leadership role in the planning and implementation
- Adhering to and supporting all camp policies, procedures and guidelines as detailed in the staff manual
- Submits a typed report at the end of summer, including
- Suggestions for improvement of program and new equipment
- Evaluation of program and suggestions for future
- Other details of report writing to be discussed