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Job Title: Camp Programming Coordinator
Reports To: Assistant Directors/Activity Director/Activity Coordinator
Number of Positions Available: 1


The Camp Programming Coordinator is hired to help manage multiple aspects of programming within our entire camp community. This person is responsible for working amongst campers and staff to promote camp-wide initiatives and a positive camp experience for all. This role requires someone with a dynamic and self-starter personality. Weekly duties include; providing support to staff for unique camp programming opportunities; organizing and coordinating staff activities and events; and demonstrating creativity to maintain a high level of morale within the entire camp community. Coordinators are responsible for ensuring campers are following our expectations and standards to maintain their safety and well-being. This includes providing care to our campers that reflects the standards and guidelines of HOC’s Child Care Practices. 

The Camp Programming Coordinator will help to maintain the fun and excitement of summer camp. This person should have great task management skills, organization, and ability to work with many staff teams. 

DAILY / WEEKLY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Role Specific Responsibilities
    • Act as a support resource for staff, providing suggestions and advice to ensure a successful camp experience for all.
    • Plan, organize, and implement weekly staff & camper events.
    • Plan, organize and implement staff activities over the course of the summer. 
    • Plan, organize and implement weekly camp-wide theme days and events for campers (e.g Jersey Day, Wacky Hair Day, etc).
    • Manage camp-wide challenges, by managing daily section points, curriculum, and organization of tasks. This includes the HOC Cup Challenge and Discover HOC.
    • Oversee the Ultimate Camp Program Instructors including programming, evaluations, and daily support. 
    • Organize/execute weekly camp-wide campfires and events, including Friday Finale.
    • Organize/manage weekly Tournament Award winners, and maintain names on boards posted in the Jr Rec Hall.
    • Complete Town run on a daily basis. 
  • Sr Staff Team Responsibilities
    • Reinforce the camp philosophy, policies and standards by acting as a role model to the staff and being an active participant in the camp community.
    • Provide leadership and guidance to staff and campers.
    • Improve the effectiveness of camp programs by establishing clear and concise goals.
    • Ensure staff provide care to our campers that reflects the standards and guidelines of HOC's Child Care Practices.
    • Accept responsibilities to maintain the Master Camp timetable.
    • Ensure that proper equipment use and safety rules are followed by staff.
    • Work with all staff to create and execute camp programming that is age-appropriate, productive, and fun.
    • Attend, organize and facilitate sessions and programming for Staff Orientation Week in late June.
    • Attend the Senior Staff Training Weekend in spring.
    • Be an active member of our Emergency Response Team, taking a leadership role in the training of camp procedures.
    • Carry an assigned radio and be available in case of an emergency at all times.
    • Assist with all Sunday camper check-ins.
    • Make any transportation runs (ie. Clinic / Hospital) that are required, provided that you are free at the time.
    • Complete a Program report and update the program manual at the end of the summer.
    • Complete weekly Sr Staff duties as scheduled (Office shift, Coaches Corner, Night Duty etc.), approximately 2-4 duties per week.
    • The Camp Programming Coordinator can expect between 8-10 hrs of scheduled duties daily not including other duties as assigned based on program needs.

ALL STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

  • All staff are required to deliver every day our Brand Promise “Best Summer Of Your Life” in each camper and staff interaction. Guided by our four core principles, Community, Leadership, Accountability, and Performance.
  • All staff are expected to abide by and enforce camp guidelines of respect. These are the rules and expectations of behaviour implemented to maintain a fun and safe camp environment.
  • All staff are responsible for the safety and security of each camper in their care. Staff are to follow prescribed program standards and lesson plans in order to ensure the highest level of care and instruction.
  • Attendance for all staff to the June orientation week training is mandatory. This training period is where each staff will receive essential employment information and training for a successful summer experience.
  • Leadership and participation in camp-wide special events (Evening Program, All Camp Activities, Campfires, and Friday Finale) and weekly meetings are an expectation of all staff members.
  • The dynamic nature of summer camp demands each staff understand that additional duties may be assigned as required.

SUMMER BENEFIT AND TIME OFF

  • Room & Board Provided.
  • Weekly Staff Hockey & Water Skiing.
  • Time off will be scheduled on an as-needed basis up to the equivalence of a weekend off. Sunday Check-Ins are a mandatory part of the Camp Programing Coordinator’s job responsibilities, and therefore time off will be scheduled around this. Time off must be scheduled in advance with the Assistant Director(s)
  • Time off daily - depending on weekly schedule.
  • Access to program and recreation equipment.
  • The chance to work in a close knit supportive community that values staff health and wellness, creativity, and employee success.
  • The opportunity to develop life skills, applicable to multi-faceted career opportunities.
  • An experience that will last a lifetime.

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EMPLOYMENT PERIOD

Staff Orientation / Training: TBD
Employment Period: June 23, 2025 – August 23, 2025
Optional Employment: May & June 2025, Week #9 August 24 – 30, 2025
Wages: Summer wages vary depending on age, qualifications and experience of applicants. Room and board are included.


RECOMMENDED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 19 years of age.
  • Organizational background with experience in planning events and working amongst a team recommended.
  • Experience working with children of varied ages in a supervisory or teaching situation. Specific camp experience an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate, evaluate and deal effectively with problem-solving situations within the area of responsibility.
  • Valid G driver’s license.
  • Recommended minimum of Bronze Cross or NL swimming qualification (but not required).
  • Current certificate of Emergency First Aid and CPR.
  • Respect in Sport certification.
  • Must be an enthusiastic, energetic and positive person.
  • Must be willing to take part in camp related activities outside the defined job description.