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Outdoor Living Skill Area Head
posted by Moorelands Camp on 04/02/2012
Moorelands Camp
Tucked away on 45 acres of sandy beaches and dense forests,
accessible only by boat is Moorelands Camp.
Each summer we serve 600 economically disadvantaged children and youth from
Working at Moorelands is demanding, challenging and
rewarding! Our staff are enthusiastic, flexible, team players who will put the
needs of others before their own. They are ready for the challenge of being a
strong influence, a consistent role model and mentor to the children and youth
that come to Moorelands. Staff are 18 years of age or older.
Camp sessions are 8 days in length; staff enjoys 2 full days
off in-between sessions, transportation to
For on-line application visit
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Moorelands
Outdoor Living Skills (O.L.S.) Area Head
General: Reporting to the Program Coordinators, the O.L.S. Area Head implements the O.L.S. program which includes teaching Outdoor Living Skills, Campcraft and Out trip preparation.
Responsibilities:
Conducts
regular checks, maintains a safe, clean, orderly program area, ensures that
necessary equipment is available and the area is prepared for each camp session
Trains staff on sites, methods,
equipment and programming
Responsible for supervision and
support of O.L.S. staff as designated by Program Coordinator
Prepares inventory of all equipment
In
consultation with the Program Coordinators, decides on overnights, trip routes,
prepares trip plans and ensures they are submitted
Works
with the designated kitchen staff ensuring that food packed for out trip is
sufficient in quantity and fulfils set menus.
Supports O.L.S. staff in
responding to behavioural situations and liaises with Section Heads as
necessary.
Leads
and participates in community care, afternoon and evening programming