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Notice of Employment Opportunity
Summer Leaders
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking enthusiastic and experienced summer program leaders to deliver quality summer day camp experiences. There are up to 22 temporary Summer Leader positions available (position tiles are: Summer Leader 2 and Summer Leader 1) (see job description attached for full details). Camp locations include the City of Parksville and Town of Qualicum Beach and Electoral Areas E, F and G.
Summer Leaders are responsible for planning and leading inclusive summer recreation programs for children (pre-school to youth) and work as part of a unit of front-line program staff focused on positive behaviour support, social guidance, co-regulation, and personal care for children of all abilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications include high school diploma, First Aid Certificate (Emergency, Standard or Emergency Childcare First Aid with CPR B or C), and minimum one (1) year of prior job-related experience working in a leadership role with children preferably in recreation. Class 4 Driver’s License preferred for Summer Leader 2.
POSITION DETAILS
These are temporary full time and part time (up to 40 hours per week) positions, from June 10 – August 30, 2024, with the possibility of ending early or of extension, based on the operational needs of the department. The (2024) rate of pay is $21.47-$26.26 per hour, plus 12.4% in lieu of benefits including vacation and statutory holidays. Attendance of training scheduled Monday, June 10 - Friday June 14, 2024, is mandatory.
These positions require some physical work; working outside with exposure to all types of weather conditions; and accompanying children in the water when swimming.
This opportunity will remain open until filled; however, applications will be actively reviewed and considered on a continued basis.
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Employment Length: Seasonal
Education Requirement: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Job Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Rate: $21.47 to $26.26 Hour
