Camp Counsellor(Companion)
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About This Opportunity
About Us
Camp Quality Canada is a volunteer driven non-profit charitable organization that provides free fun camp experiences for children affected by cancer and blood disorders and their families. We facilitate 1-week overnight camp programs, in Ontario, Manitoba, and Alberta. Our overnight camp programs serve campers between the ages of 7 – 17. We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated volunteers for our summer camp program.
Location and Dates
Manitoba: Whiteshell Provincial Park, August 12th to 18th, 2023
Alberta: August 5th to August 12th, 2023
Northwestern Ontario: Near Spanish Ontario, July 1st to 7th, 2023
Northwestern: Lake Shebandowan, July 8th to July 15th, 2023
Eastern: Lanark, Ontario, August 20th to August 26th, 2023
Southern: Rockwood, Ontario, August 19th to August 26th, 2023
New Heights Teen Weekend: Rockwood, Ontario, June 9th to 11th, 2023
Overnight Summer Camp
Our overnight camp program give kids affected by cancer and blood disorders a chance to just be kids! What’s unique about Camp Quality? Our campers are matched 1:1 with a volunteer Companion (Camp Counsellor) who is there to support them throughout the week. While we do everything in groups at camp for safety, this 1:1 matching provides both campers and caregivers with a level of assurance that their child is well taken care of. You can expect many classic camp activities, like swimming, adventure programs, sports and games, arts and crafts and more! Our year-round Camp Organizing Committee volunteers plan the schedule and activities for the week.
Description of Role
As a program volunteer, you could be assigned to a number of roles at camp; which you can indicate your preference on your application form. Companions are the 1:1 match volunteers, who have the opportunity to participate alongside their camper, playing games, singing songs, encouraging and cheering them on as they engage in the program and make new friends.
At camp, we also have Super Companions. They support by giving Companions breaks during the week, helping lead activities and more! In this role, you’ll show up ready for fun and to be flexible! This role is really cool, because you get to engage with lots of campers during the week!
Volunteers have the opportunity to lead a pre-planned activity at camp if they like; we encourage you to indicate this on your volunteer application.
Commitment
Confirmed volunteers are required to complete mandatory online training before camp begins. Volunteers must be on-site for the camp program for the duration of the week.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience working with children or youth is an asset
- At least 18 years of age
- Able to provide 3 references
- Available for an online interview
- Able to provide a clear and current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
- Complete a mandatory training
- Proof of childhood immunizations
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining our volunteer team this summer please head to www.campquality.org/programvolunteer to learn more about our program offerings and to register. Once you’ve completed your application, a regional Volunteer Coordinator will contact you regarding your application status.
If you require accommodation during the interview process, please inform us in advance to arrange the appropriate accommodation. (ie. Closed Captioning).
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Over the age of 18
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector
- Available for an Online Interview
- Can Provide 3 References