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One of Canada’s leading comprehensive universities and a Top Employer in Hamilton- Niagara, and named one of Canada’s Best Employers compiled by Forbes and Statista , Brock University is an inclusive, welcoming campus community that offers a wide range of unique career opportunities for those with passion, energy and expertise . We’re looking for team members who want to help us continue to deliver an exceptional student experience, perform impact-driven research and generate life-changing breakthroughs for our world. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock.

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Note to all candidates: This posting will close at 12:01 am on the date listed .

February 1, 2024

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Brock Recreation & Youth University

Pay Rate: $16.55/hour

Contract Dates: Full time weekdays: June 24th to August 30th , 2024

Job Description

During July and August, Brock’s Youth University offers on-campus day camps to over 200 youth in grades 3 to 8 each week. Our innovative camps are divided into themes and carefully created to inspire every child. Every week includes exciting discovery sessions, adventurous recreation, and traditional camp activities such as swim. You are encouraged to learn more about what we do at brocku.ca/youth-university.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Instructors hold the most important job at camp, they are the role models for our campers! Instructors are caregivers, first aiders, mentors, and educators. Instructors are responsible for facilitating a high quality, engaging, and educational program.

• create a positive rapport with all campers, the Brock community and families

• be fun, approachable, and participate fully in all aspects of the program

• be aware of and make accommodations for camper needs (medical, dietary, behaviour)

• create a positive and fun environment by leading games, songs, and other activities during before and after care

• Use provided equipment and teaching space responsibly

• attend training sessions and weekly meetings

• be knowledgeable in the facilitation of all program modules

• prevent, respond to, and document incidents; report immediately to camp director

Qualifications

• completed at least year one of post-secondary study

• experience and/or desire to work with children and youth in an academic camp setting

• excellent people skills and a friendly, responsible, service-oriented attitude

• effective communication and teamwork abilities

• interest in and willingness to learn new technical skills, develop personal soft skills, and concepts in science, technology, and outdoor education (e.g. attended Makerspace Workshop available at Brock Library through Experience BU)

• ability to problem solve effectively and adapt to the changes typical of a camp day

• obtained First Aid/CPR Level C and a vulnerable sector police clearance prior to camp

• successfully completed of all Brock University and Youth University training prior to camp (e.g. AODA, WHMIS, content specific, challenge course, risk management)

Expectations of Student Staff

We are looking for confident, enthusiastic, and professional ambassadors to Brock University and post-secondary life. We do not require candidates to be experts in all topics, but rather we look for candidates with a contagious passion for learning and having fun with kids. We can train you in the specifics if you have the desire to learn! You will also be required to read, research, watch videos, and/or practice, to learn content independently.

• candidates should be prepared for lots of walking, moderate lifting (e.g. moving chairs, carrying supplies)

• All Brock employees are required to complete online mandatory training to comply with related safety legislation

• All Brock employees are required to comply with Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). To help meet our legal obligations under FIPPA, employees are required to complete mandatory online training.

Our Commitment

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employee Accommodation Policy. https://brocku.ca/webfm_send/39939

Please advise Wesley Spatazzo wspatazzo@brocku.ca ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

FIPPA

All Brock employees are required to comply with Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). To help meet our legal obligations under FIPPA, employees are required to complete mandatory online training.

AODA

All Brock employees are required to comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). To help meet our legal obligations, employees are required to complete mandatory online training.

Health and Safety

All Brock employees are required to complete online mandatory training to comply with related safety legislation. Workplace Violence Training All Brock employees are required to complete online mandatory training to comply with related legislation. Training to be completed on Brock’s Sakai site.

Applicants are required to upload a resume and cover letter as part of the application process.

Brock University is actively committed to diversity and the principles of Employment Equity and invites applications from all qualified candidates. Women, Aboriginal peoples including those who identify as members of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) persons are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants and the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the selection process, as outlined in the Employment Accommodation Policy https://brocku.ca/policies/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/Employment-Accommodation-Policy.pdf . Please advise: talent@brocku.ca to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated through this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

It is Brock University’s policy to give consideration to qualified internal applicants.

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca