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YWCA of Toronto - Camp Tapawingo

Job Title:

Family Camp Staff (6 positions)
Date Posted:
2010-09-04
Accommodations?:
Yes
City:
  Parry Sound
Work Permit?:
  No
Province:
  ON
Bonuses?:
  No
Industry:
  Tourism/Hospitality
Pay Rate:
  $300 per season
Category:
  Camp/Park
Competition Start Date:
  2010-09-07
Job Level:
  Non-management
Competition Close Date:
  2010-10-07
Length:
  Seasonal      
       
       
SUMMER 2010 - EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

YWCA TORONTO - CAMP TAPAWINGO

YWCA Toronto is an association of diverse and caring women dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls through dynamic leadership, advocacy and a range of unique and essential services that promote personal growth and economic independence.

Tap into a 80-year tradition of learning, adventure and fun. For girls 6-15 years of age, the YWCAs Camp Tapawingo can turn a summer experience into a summer of unique memories. The relaxed atmosphere of an all girls setting creates the perfect environment for embarking on a girls journey to self-discovery, confidence and achievement.

YWCAs Camp Tapawingo is currently recruiting applicants, ages 17 years old or older, for various positions. All staff at camp live at the camp on Georgian Bay near Parry Sound and work directly with children in the following areas: swimming, canoeing, arts & crafts, climbing, dance & drama, sailing, nature activities, landsports, tripping and kayaking. All specialty positions will start on June 18th and counsellor positions start on June 24th. All positions end on August 28th except for the Womens Weekend Staff and Family Camp Staff positions which end on dates as specified below. Compensation depends on the position and experience of the applicant.

For all camp positions, candidates are expected to demonstrate the following
Core Competencies:
? Understand and support the mission and beliefs of YWCA Toronto
? Incorporate principles of anti-oppression and equity at YWCA Toronto
? Demonstrate respect, consideration and acceptance of the opinions of others while expressing her own expertise and effectively utilizing relevant resources and specialists
? Consistently collaborate with team members, sharing ideas and differences openly
? Be receptive to new ideas and adapt to change as necessary
? Set goals, prioritize tasks and carry out responsibilities to achieve quality results
? Take action to avoid or solve problems and create opportunities for positive change
? Demonstrate commitment to ongoing personal and professional development

Family Camp Staff (6 Positions)
Successful candidates are responsible for assisting with the Family Camp Program.

The candidates should have:
- Some kitchen experience
- Experience teaching outdoor activities

APPLY BY COVER LETTER AND RÉSUMÉ TO:

Liz Greenway
Manager, Camping & Outdoor Education
177 Caledonia Road
Toronto, Ontario, M6E 4S8
Fax: (416) 652-7006

YWCA Toronto promotes the principles of anti-oppression and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women of all races, colours, ethnic origins, religions, abilities and sexual orientations.

A police reference check is required by the successful candidate prior to hiring. YWCA is a unionized workplace. Staff are represented by CUPE Local 2189. These positions are not within the Bargaining Unit.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

YWCA Toronto is a perfume-free environment