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Student Camp Counselors (Up to 7 Positions) - Department of Athletics and Recreation

Competition Number:
21S19
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Athletics and Recreation
Position:
Student Camp Counselors
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 40 hours per week
Salary:
$12.01 per hour (vacation pay included)
Term:

March 18 to 22, 2019

The Athletics & Recreation Department requires Camp Counselors for the Panther Academy March Break Camps to be responsible for implementing camp curriculum and the supervision of campers.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the guidance of the Camp Coordinators and Head Counselors, the successful candidates will assist in the implementation of camp curriculum; conduct themselves and their work in an enjoyable, presentable and professional manner
• Will have effective behavioral skills and be prepared to deal with various behavioral issues
• Perform duties without direct supervision
• Be responsible for submitting daily reports to the Programs Coordinator and performing other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with children or working in a camp setting leading educational or sport programming for children and knowledge of gym/outdoor games and activities would be considered an asset
• Ability to communicate and be assertive
• Enthusiastic, outgoing, friendly and courteous personality
• Ability to relate positively to staff, campers and parents
• Adapt easily to unexpected circumstances and additional duties
• At least one year of post-secondary education is required along with a Criminal Record Check upon hiring

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CLASS SCHEDULE ALONG WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website (www.upei.ca/hr). Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.