| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4111 |
| Organization | YMCA-YWCA Vancouver Island |
| Position | Program Assistant - Camp Thunderbird |
| Impact Statement | Healthy people, building strong communities |
| Description |
• You'll be part of a tight-knit and caring team. • You'll lead activities, teach skills, facilitate safety, build community, and promote inclusion. • Volunteer program assistants work in pairs and are responsible for meeting the emotional, physical and safety needs of a group of up to 10 campers, age 5-15. • Live in rustic cabins or yurts with a co-counsellor and the camper group. • Planning and delivering group programs, enthusiastically leading campers in all activities and camp-wide games and providing for the individual and group needs of children, up to 24 hours/day. • Managing group dynamics and behaviour of the group to ensure all campers feel supported, safe, and included. • Following YMCA Camping and BCCA accreditation standards in program delivery – part of the training! |
| Training Details | training provided |
| Working Conditions | Join YMCA-YWCA Camp Thunderbird, on the west coast of Vancouver Island, near Sooke, BC and help shape tomorrow’s leaders through outdoor adventure and wilderness immersion! We offer both overnight and day camp programs. With 1200 acres of wilderness and a commitment to excellence, our camp provides children and youth with skills, confidence, and appreciation for the natural environment. Activities include canoeing, rock climbing, kayaking, archery, orienteering, ropes courses, lake swimming, games, campfires, drama, and more … don’t have these skills yet? Not to worry… we will train you! |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime, Weekend - Evening |
| Special Event Start Date | 2025-06-23 |
| Special Event End Date | 2025-08-29 |
| Age | 16+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Area(s) of Interest | Children/Youth, Recreation/Sports, Teaching/Tutoring |
| Skill(s) | Empathy, Respect, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | https://vancouverislandy.com/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Dina Correale |
| Phone | 2503867511 |
| Address | 1314 Lakepoint Way Victoria, V9B 0S2 |