Camp Counsellor

Job Title: Camp Counsellor

Job Description:

K’aayxada Adventure Camp is looking for motivated, dedicated, and enthusiastic people to be a part of our Team for our upcoming Fall Camps. We are holding 2 camps this Fall:

Staff Training TBD September 13th & 14th camp open September 15th to 19th Daaxiigan Sk’adáa Née September 22nd to 26th Gidg̱alang Ḵuuyas Naay September 27th camp close

Employees will have a unique opportunity to work with a wonderful Staff and great Youth at the remote and beautiful facility located at Mosquito Lake G̱awu Ḵuns Siiwaay.

We are looking to fill a Counsellor Position and the tasks required are as follows:

● Work with Lead Instructors during orientation and camp weeks to learn and practice leading specific modules

● Create and lead your own modules, when ready

● Engage with students and maintain a cohesive group

● Participate in all camp programming from breakfast through closing circle each day

● Ensure students are safe and engaged in whatever activity is at hand

● Give feedback on expectations and behaviour

● Engage students in activities when there are periods of downtime

● Assist in coordinating chores and prep for activities

● Support Lead Instructors during Programming

● Model a positive attitude and engagement with module

● Assist in keeping students engaged, support students who may need assistance

● Provide consistent feedback on expectations and behaviour during programming

● Report any injuries, behavioural concerns, or disclosures to the Lead Instructor(s), according to procedures outlined in Orientation

● Assist in daily camp tasks such as chopping and stacking wood, dishes, clean up, and general maintenance of camp

Job Requirements:

1. Knowledge of Xaad kil and/or Xaayda kil an asset

2. Valid WFR and WAFA certificates an asset

3. Knowledge of Haida Cultural Values an asset

4. Experience working with Youth an asset

5. A Police Information Check will be required for successful candidates

Pursuant to s. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous Ancestry.

Pay Range:

$220/day

Mileage will be reimbursed.

Serious candidates should email kaayxadaadventurecamp@gmail.com with their resumé and a cover letter.

This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

2025-08-27~HG