About the County
“Bold and beautiful Bruce County… a healthy, caring community of prosperity and innovation.”
Join our team powered by innovation and shared values where explorers turn obstacles into opportunities and individual challenges into shared solutions. You will discover a lifestyle that provides endless opportunity for exploration at work and after. Your adventure with Bruce County starts here.
About the Job
This position runs a total of 12 weeks, beginning at the Museum in Southampton on June 12, 2023 and ending September 1, 2023. The Junior Leader is one of two summer students providing leadership for KidZone Camp together with the Senior Leader and reporting to the Education & Outreach Coordinator.
During camp (July 4 – August 31) the Junior Leader will work alongside the Senior Leader in implementing the day-to-day execution of the activities for the camp attendees including crafts, games, songs, stories, outdoor time, and exhibit-based activities. They will also assist with some administrative tasks as required such as overseeing sign-in and out processes and filling out reports.
Wage: $18.70 per hour
Requirements
The preferred candidate for the position will be a post-secondary student studying in an education, early childhood education, heritage & culture, or recreation-related field.
Candidates will be enthusiastic, self-starters, and enjoy spending time with and caring for children.
The candidate will have previous experience working with and delivering activities to groups of children ages 5-10 (camp experience is an asset).
The candidate will have a working understanding of the standard Microsoft Office suite of programs and be proficient in email and social networking applications.
Applicants must provide a current, clear Criminal Reference Check (including the vulnerable sector) and be subject to other regulatory record checks for the safety of the minors with whom they will be working.
Privacy
Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter M.56
Additional Information
The Corporation of the County of Bruce is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.