Sr Camp Counselor Tri Citites Canada Summer Jobs (1 position)

POSITION: Senior Camp Counselor - Canada Summer Jobs (1 position)STATUS: Temporary Full-time Position June 15 to August 21 2026SHIFT: 35 hours per week Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pmLOCATION: Coquitlam BCCLASSIFICATION: Exempt WAGE: Hourly CLOSING DATE: May 31 2025 (midnight EST)We welcome diversity value differences and foster inclusion in our employment out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading ourFoundational Principleson our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission vision and Job requirements: The HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program may fund some of these positions. Please feel free to apply even if you do not meet the Canada Summer Jobs requirements. CSJ criteria including: must be between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment and looking for career-related experience must be a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations (proof required)NOTE The following groups are encouraged to self-identify as this has been identified as a local priority in the constituency by Canada Summer youthRacialized youthBlack youthYouth with disabilitiesYouth in a rural remote northern or fly-in communityYouth in an official language minority community2SLGBTQI youthThe BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your the Position:At BC SPCA summer camps the Senior Camp Counsellor will lead a team of Camp Counsellors in delivering fun inclusive and educational day camps at a designated BC SPCA location. Reporting to the Regional Humane Educator the Senior Camp Counsellor will use approved materials developed by the Humane Education team to plan and prepare camp days. They will support their team in leading groups of campers (ages six to 14) in immersive learning about animal care and welfare issues for animals including companion farm and wildlife and the environment. The Senior Camp Counsellor may also lead online camps as required. Some specific duties:Using approved activities work with the Regional Humane Educator and/or Animal Centre Manager to structure camp weeks and plan and prepare for each team of Camp Counsellors in delivering summer camp programs including but not limited to:Assigning responsibilities;Supporting camp staff in creating positive camp experience for youth;Providing in the moment/daily feedback to Camp Counsellors; andAdvancing any escalated performance issues to Regional Humane Educator and/or Animal Centre teen volunteer counsellors throughout the summer (if applicable).Ensure safe clean and secure activity space and a fun and inclusive environment for to camper behaviour issues and with parents to address their questions/concerns; communicate with parents as needed to address issues that arise with their child at camp and work together to find a general understanding of BC SPCA policies and positions on animal welfare a basic understanding of animal care and stress signals and the ability to monitor shelter animals for signs of stress when interacting with open communication with shelter staff/management; consult shelter staff on appropriate animals for camper the effectiveness of activities and suggest improvements to the Regional Humane you need to have:High School Diploma or equivalentValid emergency first aid certificate Enthusiasm for working with kids and animalsExcellent leadership qualities and instinctsDemonstrated experience in teamwork with a teachable spiritEnergetic innovative and enthusiastic with a passion for making a differencePatient positive and hardworkingAbility to communicate with a diverse audience in a respectful way; able to address conflict in a constructive and professional mannerPhysical ability to lift up to 25 lbs push pull and participate in outdoor field gamesExcellent verbal communication skillsExcellent organizational skillsMust be willing to complete a criminal record check with vulnerable sector checkAssets include: experience working with children of diverse learning and behavioural needs; experience with animals; familiarity with creating digital contentCommitment to principles of equity diversity and reconciliation Philosophical harmony with the vision mission and strategic directions of the BC to apply:If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please. The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BNRR0001