2025 Kids Summer Camp Counsellor
165 Liberton Drive, St. Albert, AB, Canada
Job Type
*Hiring multiple applicants*
Seasonal, Paid Position, Full-time (30 hours a week)
Salary: $17.50/hour
*To apply, send your resume to betty.fraser@salvationarmy.ca by clicking "Apply Now"*
objective
Assist with the day-to-day operations of The St. Albert Salvation Army Summer Day Camp.
Reporting to
Betty Fraser, Community Services Worker
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WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
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Report directly to the Summer Day Camp Coordinator or designate in all areas of responsibility.
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Work closely with the Summer Day Camp Coordinator and other on-site staff members.
mission and values
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Core Values
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Assist with implementation of program and set-up and clean-up daily
· Maintain quality childcare and always ensure safety of the campers
· Always participate and interact with the children.
· Work alongside camp staff and volunteers implementing camp activities
· Lead various camp activities as directed by the Camp Coordinator and/or Camp Assistant
· Demonstrate healthy behaviors and interaction skills
· Participate in staff meetings.
· Keep the Camp Coordinator informed of all pertinent day’s events and issues with staff, parents, or children.
· Debrief with the camp staff and volunteers at the end of each day
· Any other related duties.
Qualifications and educational requirements
*NOTE: For some jobs, you may be required to provide validated educational documentation.
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Knowledge of, and able to work within the Mission and Values of The Salvation Army.
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A desire to be involved in a Christian ministry.
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Ability to relate and connect well with children.
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Prior experience working with children and planning activities
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A team player, able to work in harmony with fellow staff and volunteers.
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An awareness of the necessity of confidentiality in dealing with fellow staff, volunteers, and clients.
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Good organizational and communication skills.
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Successful Police Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.
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Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
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Background check consent
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A clear vulnerable sector screening
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A clean drivers abstract
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Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training
Terms of Employment
DATES of work: June 30, 2025 - August 22, 2025
DAYS and HOURS of work: Full time (30 hours a week)
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Monday to Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm
SALARY: $17.50/hour
*To apply, send your resume to betty.fraser@salvationarmy.ca by clicking "Apply Now"*
*Application deadline: May 16, 2025*
The Salvation Army offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.