Camp Director

Thessalon

Executive and Management, Child Care, Seasonal

POSTED: 1 month ago

Camp McDougall Inc.

16049

December 15, 2024

23

Employment Opportunity: Camp Director

Please Note: Job descriptions are currently under review and are subject to change. Job descriptions will be finalized for candidate review before acceptance of any offer of employment

Reports to: Board of Directors
Receives Direction from: Chair of Board
Supervises: Program Manager, Logistics Staff, Program Staff
Responsible for: All staff, campers, volunteers and visitors at camp
Term Start: No later than first week of June
Term End: No earlier than last week of August
Wages: $23 - $25 per hour dependent on experience

Overview: Camp McDougall is searching for a dynamic, experienced leader to join us as Camp Director for the upcoming season. This pivotal role oversees all aspects of camp life, ensuring a safe enriching, and positive experience for campers, staff, and volunteers alike. The Camp Director works closely with the Board of Directors, receives guidance from the Chair, and leads camp operations alongside a dedicated team. As the primary supervisor of camp operations, the Camp Director is responsible for maintaining high standards of safety, inclusivity, and community spirit in alignment with our mission as a United Church - affiliated camp.

Duties:
Attends monthly Board Meetings to report to the Board of Directors on camp activity throughout the camp season, as well as on performance of program staff and senior counsellors
Has responsibility for, and authority over, all staff and all matters relating to the camp while the camp is in session.
Oversees the health and well-being of all staff and campers
In conjunction with the Program Manager, recruits volunteers
In conjunction with the Program Manager, plans and oversees staff training
Responsible for abiding by the OCA \"Code of Professional Ethics\"
Responsible for enforcing all rules and regulations as outlined in the Staff Manual
Holds daily meetings with Program Manager to discuss any pertinent issues.
Holds joint meetings with the Program Manager and all staff as need arises to address pertinent issues.
Exemplifies a positive role model
Ensures that the daily records are kept of the water system
Performs all necessary water tests and adjustments and ensures water samples are submitted as required
Responsible for the following administrative tasks:
Registration of Campers and maintaining Camper records
Answer the phone, returning phone calls and emails, photocopying and any other office administrative duties
Keep accounts, balancing petty cash, and approving purchases
Cannot exceed allocated budget without Board approval
Contact approved professional contractors to deal with electrical, plumbing and water system issues
Keep a record of all long-distance telephone calls
Perform (Mon.-Fri.) daily business trips to Thessalon, (mail, banking, etc)
Ensures all accident/incident reports are filled out; completing WSIB forms when necessary
Maintain all records
Conduct evaluations of all the Program Manager, Cook, Assistant Cook and Caretaker
Maintain daily log of visitors and any other pertinent information
Ensures that all reports and inventories are completed and submitted by the September Board meeting
Ensures that the Camp continues to meet all camping standards set out by the Ontario Camps Association and the United Church of Canada

Has a familiarity with the United Church of Canada, an appreciation for its ethos and theology, and knowledge of the OCA (Ontario Camping Association), and the United Church Camping Standards.
Is a graduate of / or is currently enrolled in a post-secondary program related to Child Care Worker, Outdoor Recreation and Leadership, and/or Teaching to include familiarity with the understanding and management of stages of child development.
Demonstrates a genuine desire to work with children, youth, and adults in their various roles and is committed to creating safe spaces for all campers and staff in all their diversity.
Previous experience in a residential camp setting or equivalent.
Excellent communication skills with a variety of age groups and skill levels (capacity to actively listen; provide and receive constructive feedback; ability to assess and evaluate program and staff and produce timely written reports).
Displays Strong leadership skills (flexibility, a team builder, effective presentation skills, positive role modeling, sees the big picture/perceptive, is fair). They have an ability to be empathetic, foster team building and display and model mutual respect.
Effective time management skills (ability to close the loop, focus on task, can delegate wisely, is organized, can prioritize urgent to non-urgent - yet not ignore).
Strong Technology Skills: Have the ability to effectively communicate with board, parent/guardian, manage statistics, collect, process and decipher evaluations, communicate with regulators, and work in conjunction with the webmaster/administrator. Have a working knowledge of Word, Excel, and other relevant programs.
Working knowledge of a financial budget and understanding of billing processes.

Required to have or get the following certifications /checks:
Current Vulnerable Sector Cheick (to be submitted 1 week prior to commencement of employment)
Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer (CPR)
Current Worker Health and Safety Awareness
Operator Small Water Systems Course
Holds a Class G Driver's License