In 2014, the Saskatchewan Co-operative Youth Program will be offering six summer camps for young people ages 12 - 18. These camps are staffed by co-operative and credit union sector employees and program alumni, who volunteer to spend a week sharing their knowledge and experience with Saskatchewan youth.
Approximately 50 staff will be required this summer— could this include you?
Qualifications:
What qualifications are needed in staff people?
- Personable—able to get along with people
- Strong communication skills
- Like young people
- Enjoy “camp-like” environment
- Open-minded, enthusiastic and energetic
- Good organizational skills
- Co-operative and a team player
- Committed to being a good role model
What is the role of a staff member?
Responsibilities include: working with your staff team to plan the camp, planning and leading a session, participating in all sessions, social and recreational events, supervising the participants throughout the time at camp, being involved in cooking and cleanup, daily meetings with your staff group and being a positive role model for participants. You will be provided with a curriculum manual that will contain all the information you need to plan your session. Don’t worry – all other responsibilities will be fully outlined for you at Staff Training.
Staffing at Co-op Camp is a great experience. It is a chance to meet new people and make a difference in the lives of a group of Saskatchewan youth.
More information:
The information package “All About Staffing at Co-op Camp” answers the most frequently asked questions about staffing. It can be downloaded, along with application forms, at http://sask.coop/.
If you have any questions about staffing, contact the SCYP Program Officer Jamal Tekleweld at 306-343-3583 or Jamal.Tekleweld@sask.coop.
Compensation:
Deadline:
14 Mar 2014
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Saskatchewan Co-operative Association
Saskatchewan
Canada