Summer Camps Counselor (The Steadward Centre)

Job title:

Summer Camps Counselor (The Steadward Centre)

Company

University of Alberta

Job description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position has a term length from June 9, 2025 to August 22, 2025.This competition will be used to hire multiple positions.Location – This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.Working at the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people – from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for the Steadward CentreThe Steadward Centre – We are a hub for adapted physical activity. Our mandate is to provide opportunities for individuals experiencing disability to participate in physical activity. We do this by removing barriers to participation and working with the community to support education and leadership development.Position SummaryThe Steadward Centre is seeking up to three well-organized and highly motivated Summer Camp Counselors for the 2024 season. The positions will report directly to the Fitness and Recreation Manager. Our innovative Adapted Physical Activity (APA) camps combine motor skill development and creative movement in a manner that builds fundamental movement skills and develops physical literacy. We run a variety of camps to different age groups and ability levels, including sport and play based instruction. Camps will be designed to be a welcoming and positive environment for children and youth experiencing disability.Duties

• Ensure camps align with the principles and practices of The Steadward Centre;
• Ensure that our camps are operated and delivered in a high quality manner at all times;
• Work collaboratively with an Adapted Physical Activity (APA) Consultant to complete daily and weekly processes associated with camps
• Work collaboratively with the other members of the Camp Staff and an APA Consultant to deliver lesson plans grounded in APA theory and practice;
• Provide positive, creative and innovative instructional activities for all participants;
• Ensure a safe, positive, and inclusive environment for all camp participants;
• Assist with set-up and take-down of facilities and equipment, and various administrative duties;
• Provide feedback to the Fitness and Recreation Manager with respect to participant progress, conduct, ideas to improve camp operation and delivery;
• Attend staff meetings as required

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children and youth experiencing disability
• Experience working in instructional group programming and camp settings
• Experience with promoting positive behaviours
• Theoretical and applied knowledge in Kinesiology, physical education, and sport.
• Previous experience in Adapted Physical Activity and/ or Para Sport
• Current Police Information Check
• Current Emergency First Aid, CPR-C and AED certification required

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight March 21, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

Expected salary

$19.89 per hour

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 23:40:10 GMT

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