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Camp Reena offers a traditional-style summer day camp program in a manner suited to meet the individual needs of our campers. Volunteers work closely with camp staff and supported individuals to create meaningful memories June 29 through August 21.
Who We Are:
Reena is a non-profit organization that promotes dignity, individuality, independence, personal growth, and community inclusion for people with diverse abilities within a framework of Jewish culture and values since 1973. During the summer, Camp Reena offers a fun and nurturing environment for children, teens, and adults to experience all that a traditional summer camp offers in a program suited to meet the individual needs of our campers.
The Opportunity:
Gain hands-on experience working with individuals who have diverse needs and abilities. Summer Camp Volunteers can expect to create a deep connection with one or two participants at Camp Reena, assist staff in setting up, facilitating & taking down activities, and develop leadership skills.
Camp location: 927 Clark Avenue West, Thornhill, L4J 8G6
Volunteers may select up to 4 weeks they would like to volunteer for Camp Reena from the list below:
1. Week 1: June 29 - July 3 (4-day week - no camp July 1)
2. Week 2 - July 6 - July 10
3. Week 3 - July 13 - July 17t
4. Week 4 - July 20 - July 24
5. Week 5 - July 27 - July 31
6. Week 6 - August 4 - August 7 (4-day week - no camp August 3)
7. Week 7 - August 10 - August 14
8. Week 8 - August 17 - August 21
Reena requires all volunteers under the age of 18 to provide a parental consent form before beginning their placement, Reena will assist with this process.
Reena requires all volunteers over the age of 18 to obtain and provide a “clear” Vulnerable Sector Screening before beginning their placement, Reena will assist with this process.
Reena requires references and will provide successful candidates with orientation and on-line training.
Reena is committed to providing accessible employment & volunteer practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the volunteer onboarding process, please notify the Volunteer Department.
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Minimum age requirement is Yound Adult (Age 18-56) for all participants of this event.
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Please complete the Reena Volunteer Interest Form available at: https://reena.org/volunteer/reena-volunteer-interest-form/ and forward your resume to: volunteering@reena.org
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