Camp Leaders

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Located on the Trent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. Peterborough has it all – a multitude of recreational opportunities, a diverse industrial, commercial and agricultural base, quality health care and excellent schools – including two outstanding post-secondary institutions. Peterborough is just one hour from the Greater Toronto area.

Job Details

Camp Leaders are responsible for program planning, development and implementation of daily activities and direct supervision of day camps and participants at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, the Kinsmen Civic Centre, and various Parks throughout the City during the summer months.

Qualifications

We require candidates with experience working with children in a day camp, recreational programs or sport settings, and who demonstrate enthusiasm and a team approach to delivering quality children’s programming.  HIGH FIVE® Certification would be an asset but is not required of applicants.  Successful candidates will be required to obtain the training.  As a condition of hire, candidates will also be required to complete Standard First Aid & Level C CPR/AED training and provide a vulnerable sector check.

Hours of work are anticipated to vary and will not exceed 40 hours/week. 

Hourly Rate

$17.20

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to submit one file containing a cover letter and résumé to Candace Buchanan, Program Coordinator (cbuchanan@peterborough.ca). 

The City of Peterborough is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's goods, services and facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise People and Culture if you require an accommodation.

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