About the role#
As a Recreation Leader, you will help deliver recreation and active living programs for Norfolk County. You will work with participants of all ages to foster safe and active community spaces. This is a student position that involves site work across the county.
What you'll do#
- Facilitate programs including PA Day activities, Winter Break sessions, special events, and drop-in or registered activities.
- Serve as a Day Camp Leader during the summer months.
- Follow provided program plans while adapting activities to meet participant needs.
- Manage program spaces by handling setup, cleanup, and preparing necessary equipment.
- Welcome participants, track attendance, and process program payments.
- Monitor participant conduct and address conflicts or problems as they arise.
- Prioritize the safety and well-being of everyone involved.
- Communicate with participants, parents, guardians, and the public.
- Complete administrative tasks like timesheets and attend staff meetings or training sessions.
- Report any damaged items or inventory shortages to staff.
What you'll need#
- You must be at least 15 years old and currently enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary school with plans to return for the next term.
- Experience working with children is required, along with knowledge of crafts, sports, music, or games.
- You must obtain Standard First Aid with CPR Level C before your start date.
- You must complete the HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development certification within two months of starting.
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
- You should be motivated, dependable, and comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safe work practices.
- Experience working with adults or older adults and previous leadership experience are considered assets.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Simcoe, Ontario, with additional site work across Norfolk County.
- This is an on-site, student position.
- Hours vary, with up to 15 hours per week during regular periods and up to 40 hours per week during March Break and summer camps.
About Norfolk County
Norfolk County is a single-tier municipality based in Southwestern Ontario. Founded in 2001, the organization provides public services to a population of over 70,000 residents. It operates with a staff of 582 employees across sectors including economic development, tourism, and agriculture. The county maintains offices in Simcoe to support its administrative and community functions.
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