Employment Opportunity: Program Manager
- Please Note: Job descriptions are currently under review and are subject to change. Job descriptions will be finalized for candidate review before acceptance of any offer of employment
Reports to: Camp Director
Supervises: Junior Staff including volunteer counselors
Term Start: No later than the fourth week of June
Term End: No earlier than last week of August
Wages: $21.25 – $23.75 per hour dependent on experience. Plus accommodations all summer and meals
5 days per week.
Overview:
Camp McDougall is searching for an enthusiastic and personable leader to join us as Program Manager for the upcoming season. This pivotal role includes the dual functions of overseeing the counselling staff, and coordinating between the program areas including special programs. The Program Manager works closely with the Camp Director to keep the daily programs moving and ensure counsellors are providing an exceptional level of care. As the secondary supervisor of camp operations, the Program Manager is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, inclusivity, and community spirit in alignment with our mission as a United Church – affiliated camp.
Duties:
- Responsible for following and enforcing all rules as outlined in the Staff Manual
- Enforces Board policy regarding access to the kitchen
- Evaluates and submits a report to the board of directors, on the programs implemented throughout the camp season.
- Attends Board meetings while under contract
- May be asked to participate in the interviewing and hiring of all staff
- In conjunction with the Camp Director, plans and oversees staff training
- Coordinates the planning and implementing of the Leaders in Training program
- Responsible for overseeing all daily programming, activities and scheduling
- Ensures Counsellors and CIT’s maintain a high standard of performance in supervision of and programming for campers
- Ensures that all staff are aware of upcoming program/scheduling needs and expectations
- Schedules campers and Counsellors to cabins and session groups for each session
- Assumes the responsibility of the Camp Director in the Camp Director’s absence
- Submits a year-end report to the Camp Director regarding recommendations and learning points for upcoming seasons
- Responsible for abiding by the OCA “Code of Professional Ethics”
- Exemplifies a positive role model
- Recruits volunteers
- Evaluates all Counsellors, volunteers and CITs following Board approved procedures
- Holds joint meetings with the Camp Director and all staff as need arises to address pertinent issues
- Holds regular meetings with counselling staff
- Is present in the cabin area for all cabin times, when available, acting as a “trouble-shooter” for any camper issues that may arise, and helping Counsellors with the implementation of Cabin Time Activities
- Keeps a daily log
- Assists the Director with the following tasks:
- Looking out for the health and well-being of all staff and campers
- Identifying possible problem areas, and offering possible solutions
- Coordinating the welcoming of Campers on the first day
- Assisting with registration
- Water testing
Qualifications:
- Prior camp experience
- Post-secondary education with Social Services background recommended
- Leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work with people of all ages
- Programming and organizational skills
- Standard First Aid, Basic Rescuer CPR certification and Pleasure Craft Operators Card
- Requires a current Vulnerable Persons Record Check – to be submitted one (1) week prior to commencement of employment
- Requires the Operator Small Water Systems Course
TO APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM MANAGER POSITION:
Please complete the Camp McDougall – Senior Staff Application Form no later than December 15, 2024.
Upon review of your application, you may be contacted for interviews which will be occurring in late December.