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Summer Blast 2024
Volunteers 
Position Title: Youth Summer Day Camp Volunteer

Number of Vacancies: 8

Type of Employment: Volunteer

Duration: June-August 2024, Single or Multiple week commitments

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week,  8 am to 4 pm. Off-site trip days may require extended hours.

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Description

Frankford Youth Centre is actively looking for youth summer day camp volunteers to assist with our summer day camp program. As a volunteer, you will work directly with the youth of the Frankford area to provide a safe, welcoming, positive day camping experience for youth grades 6 to 8. The successful candidate(s) are responsible for assisting in the in-person summer camp program. The volunteers will support the director and youth coordinator in the facilitation of camp programming and other camp-related activities. 

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Duties

  • Assist coordinator and director with program activities.

  • Supervise and ensure the safety of campers at all times.

  • Assisted in organizing camp games, activities, and arts and crafts.

  • Prep materials and assist in set-up/clean-up.

  • Provide mentorship and support to campers

  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

  • Must be between 16 years of age at the beginning of the employment period. (‘Clear’ or satisfactory result of Vulnerable Sector Check required over 18 years of age)

  • Responsible and dependable, prioritizes the safety of campers/other staff, etc.

  • An enthusiastic attitude to face each workday with a positive attitude.

  • Must enjoy working with children and youth.

  • Previous experience working with children or youth (babysitting, tutoring, camp, after-school programs, etc.) is preferred.

  • A valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification is preferred.

  • Agreement to FYC Statement of Faith, Mission, Vision and Core Values.

  • Ability to participate in outdoor programs.

 

What are the Benefits of Volunteering?

  • We will provide a Volunteer Hours Letter (if required)

  • Free lunches

  • Learn to work as part of a team

  • Make new friends

  • Boost your self-confidence

  • Develop valuable communication skills and problem-solving skills

  • Volunteering is rewarding and feels good!

 

Qualified applicants are invited to send resumes and cover letters to director@frankfordyouthcentre.ca

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Frankford Youth Centre is committed to employment equity. We thank all for applying; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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