Acres of Fun Summer Camp Counsellor

About WindReach Farm

WindReach Farm inspires, empowers, and changes lives. We strive to achieve this by enriching the lives of persons of all ages with disabilities by providing opportunities to enjoy experiences in farming, nature, outdoor recreation, and other activities, and to share those experiences with family and friends.

We firmly believe that a great team member is somebody that is incredibly passionate about the cause they are advocating for. As an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, we welcome and encourage applications from all persons, including but not limited to persons with disabilities, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation, and newcomers. We provide variations and accommodations at all stages of the employment lifecycle and are committed to improving our process to be more accessible and equitable.

We understand that no one will ever meet all the qualifications or feel fully confident in performing all the duties outlined below. However, aside from the qualifications that say required (bolded for emphasis), please do not let any other qualification or duty discourage you from applying. If you have any issues with your application or would like additional information about the opportunity before applying, please email executivedirector@windreachfarm.org.

The Position:

Reporting to the Acres of Fun Summer Camp Coordinator, the Acres of Fun Summer Camp Counsellors will be responsible for promoting the well-being and success of all individuals in our camp program. This position provides essential guidance, care, and support to campers with disabilities, making a lasting and invaluable impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Participant Support. You will provide daily supervision and support to campers. You will be responsible for ensuring the safety, development, and achievement of each camper. You will be responsible to be aware of each camper’s dietary and medical needs. You will foster a positive environment for both campers and support staff.
• Program Implementation. In collaboration with the Acres of Fun Summer Camp Coordinator, you will assist in planning and implementing farming-related activities, as well as social-emotional learning and development activities for campers aged 6-13. You will collaborate with other camp staff, farm staff, and parents/guardians to enhance socialization and opportunities for campers with disabilities. You will model and teach campers the importance of safety around animals in a farm setting. You will demonstrate the calming effects of animal therapy, art therapy, horticultural therapy and their positive impact on campers.

What You’ll Bring:

· Education and Experience. You are pursuing (or have completed) your secondary school diploma. You have previous experience working in day camp or childcare settings and/or experience working with individuals with disabilities.

· Empathy and Compassion. You exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and an awareness of barriers to success, including learning limitations. You inspire confidence, resilience, and self-esteem in others through respect, acceptance, and focus on strengths and achievements. You have exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills with a proven ability to establish rapport with people of diverse backgrounds.

· Communication and Collaboration. You have outstanding communication skills and are comfortable in group settings. You can easily make connections with peers and participants. You are an effective team player with a positive attitude whose interactions demonstrate accountability, authenticity, and collaboration.

· Organization. You can manage multiple demands and can work independently without close supervision. You are self-motivated, and results-oriented; you demonstrate initiative and contribute to a work environment that values and encourages innovation.

· Administrative Requirements. A current, clear criminal record check for the vulnerable sector from the last 6 months is an asset. Up to date First Aid and CPR C/AED certification is an asset.

Interested applicants should send their resume and a cover letter to executivedirector@windreachfarm.org. Cover letters should explicitly focus on why you would be a good fit for this position and why you want to work at WindReach Farm.

Deadline to apply: February 14, 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 weeks

Pay: $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-02-14
Expected start date: 2025-06-23