Overview
Counsellor, Youth Development, Education / Teaching Jobs in Thurso – Quebec at Tim Hortons Foundation Camps
Title: Counsellor, Youth Development, Education / Teaching
Company: Tim Hortons Foundation Camps
Location: Thurso – Quebec
Category: Education / Teaching, Non-Profit
Location: Thurso
Tim Hortons Foundation Camps help youth from under served communities achieve their full potential through multi-year, overnight camp experiences. Whether at camp or back home in their communities between visits—our youth work to build social, emotional,
leadership
and
innovation
skills and behaviours like volunteerism and motivation to learn so they become civically and academically engaged, and successfully transition to adulthood.
At Tims Camps, we are catalysts for good—helping our youth participants and teammates be the best they can be, developing personal and
career growth
. We empower young people with skills to open doors to their future. That is our North Star and, together, we help shape leaders that build stronger communities.
We’re looking for a…
Camp Counsellor
Job Summary
Camp Counsellors are responsible for creating an
inclusive
and
supportive environment
where campers can discover, use, and develop their skill sets. This is done through establishing positive relationships with campers based on
respect
, trust, and
empathy
. They provide continuous care of our campers and treat all aspects of camp (both in-camp and in the wilderness setting, if applicable) as facilitated moments.
Work Location
This role will be based onsite at our Camp des Voyageurs Tim Horton location in Quyon, Quebec.
*
Note:
we are looking for French speaking candidates for this location.
Contract Length
June 18, 2024 – August 19, 2024
What would you be doing?
Establish relationships with youth, aged 11-17, that reflect
respect
, trust and
empathy
Exhibit a constant duty of care for our campers, and appropriately assess and respond to risks
Be challenged physically and mentally as you live in an overnight camp for 10-day sessions, with 3 days of break in between
Support the successful execution and delivery of intentional camp programs, connecting them to the program outcomes
Encourage camper development at their own pace recognizing their achievements
Respond appropriately when addressing
challenging
camper behaviours as they arise
Model healthy choices and emotional maturity
Supervise and participate in all assigned aspects of the campers’ day including morning activities, cabin clean-up, mealtimes, rest hour, evening activities, getting ready for bed, and after hours duties as assigned.
Ensure camper
wellness
. This includes the physical, mental, and emotional health and safety of all participants.
Use
respectful
, positive behaviour management techniques
Contribute positively to the camp team and culture
Does this sound like you?
At least 18 years old
Experienced at working with youth aged 11 – 17
Pursuing post-secondary
education
(might be required at some locations)
Certified in Emergency First Aid + CPR (adult, child, infant) with AED, or willing to obtain
Able to
provide an acceptable criminal background check
Ability to
live on-site for an extended period of time and work
flexible hours
Benefits of working
with us
Accommodation and meals are inc…
