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CAMP OOCHIGEAS- Waterski Instructor

posted by Camp Oochigeas on 02/16/2012

 

Camp Oochigeas is a privately funded, volunteer based organization that provides children with cancer and children affected by childhood cancer with a unique opportunity for growth through challenging, fun, enriching and magical experiences.

 

Oochigeas is a volunteer based program and the following position is one of a small team of all-summer paid staff.  In addition to facilitating the designated program area, it is the responsibility of the all-summer staff to actively support and provide resources to over 250 volunteers throughout the summer.

 

Position Specific Responsibilities include:

·         Managing all risk and ensuring the operation of a safe program

·         Supervising, directing and overseeing the instruction and experience of all participants (campers and staff)

·         Facilitating and Instructing waterskiing, wakeboarding and tubing

·         Supporting sessional co-instructors, the care and use of the Camp's ski boat. 

 

Volunteer Support Responsibilities Include:

·         Assisting in facilitation of on-site volunteer trainings

·         Assist in planning, prepping, and execution of volunteer based programs

·         Training and supporting volunteers in the activity areas

·         Perform evening duties to support cabin counsellor teams

 

Qualifications:

·         Holds a valid Pleasure Craft Operators License, and has experience with towing someone behind a boat

·         Hold a Bronze Cross Lifeguarding Certification (or equivalent)

·         Is an experienced and confident driver who holds a valid Driver's License.

·         Current CWSIC Instructors Course Certification (preferable).  Training will be provided to right applicant.

 

Dates:

  • On-Site Waterski Training June 15th and 17th
  • Contract runs from June 23rd to August 25th with the option to extend the contract until September 2nd.

 

All members of the all-summer staff team must be at least 19 years of age. This is a paid residential summer contract position at our site near Rosseau, Ontario.  All hires will be contingent on positive references, a criminal background check and the completion of the required medical screening.  If you have questions please contact Lisa Robinson, Residential Program Coordinator at 416-961-6624 x 270

 

For more information please visit our website at www.ooch.org


Our interview process will begin in December.  Job opportunities will be posted at www.ooch.org until they are filled.


To apply, please send resume and cover letter to:

Lisa Robinson

Residential Program Coordinator

Camp Oochigeas

464 Bathurst St.

Toronto, ON

M5T 2S6

Fax: 416-961-2267

Email: lrobinson@ooch.org