We're hiring: Nature Day Camp Assistant

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Are you a nature enthusiast who loves working with kids? Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook is hiring a Camp Assistant for our Camp Odyssey day camp that runs in Kimberley and Cranbrook. Candidates should have experience working with children and youth aged 5-12, be comfortable working outdoors with environmental programming in all weather conditions, and be available to work 9 weeks from June 23 through August 29, 2025.

Applications are due by 9 am on February 19, 2025. Continue reading to learn more about this opportunity.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Camp Assistant will become part of the Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook team, working under the supervision of the Camp Odyssey Program Coordinator. The Camp Assistant will work with the Camp Leader to deliver each week’s varied activities with an environmental education focus, while ensuring a safe and responsible nature experience for all campers. The Camp Assistant duties include:

  • Supervise children aged 5-12 in varied outdoor locations, including the Kimberley Nature Park and Cranbrook Community Forest.
  • Engage with the children and participate in Camp activities.
  • Be aware of and uphold all Wildsight Kimberley Cranbrook and Camp Odyssey safety protocols.
  • Attend training with the Camp Odyssey Program Coordinator.
  • Assist in evaluating and reporting.
  • Maintain program equipment in good working condition.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working with children and youth aged 5-12.
  • Experience delivering outdoor/environmental programming.
  • Comfortable leading groups in natural forested areas.
  • Physically able to hike 6-10 km carrying a load and/or pulling a wagon.
  • Able to visually and audibly identify and respond to environmental hazards.
  • First Aid/CPR certified.
  • Provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
  • Able to work for the duration of the contract

This is a seasonal full time staff position for an average of 37.5 hrs per week for 9 weeks from June 23 through August 29, at an hourly rate of $20 per hour + 4% vacation.

Applications are to be sent via email to kimcran@wildsight.ca by 9 am on February 19, 2025 to be considered.