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2012
Staff Missionary Application Information
Welcome to the Summer Staff-Missionary
Application Process. We are glad you are considering spending your summer
with us! Please read this entire page carefully.
 Statements
of Belief
Medeba's
Values
Application
Process
Summer
Staff Compensation This is an explanation of financial remuneration
(honourarium) and Project Share
Summary
of Summer Staff-Missionary Positions
Please open and print off the appropriate
forms below. To view the following forms you will need the Adobe Acrobat
Reader. You can download the free reader by clicking on the following
icon.
Note:
Forms below are fillable forms.
Please
save to your computer, complete and submit. Thanks
New
Summer Staff -Missionary Application Form 
Returning
Summer Staff -Missionary Application Form
Pastor's
Reference Form
Employer
/ Teacher's Reference Form
Friend's
Reference Form
We have carefully prepared this application package for you and ask that
you read all the information thoroughly and begin to pray that God would
lead you in the process.
Applicants are prayerfully chosen on the basis of:
1. The content of their application
2. The results of references from ; 1) a Friend, 2) a Pastor or Christian
Leader and 3) an Employer or Teacher.
3. Personal interview
4. Vulnerable Sector and Police Clearance Check
Our vision
We desire to be leaders in the use of Christian adventure learning for
evangelism and discipleship.
To use adventure and community to challenge young people to continuously
say 'Yes' to God.
Statements
of Belief
Staff and their Relationship
with God
Staff are to be known for their love of God, his Church and fellow man,
holding a servant attitude of putting others first. They are expected
to reflect the moral standards of the Word of God, conduct themselves
with integrity and wisdom as well as, daily spend time with God in prayer
and study.
All staff must affirm the following Statements of Belief:
About our faith :
The plenary inspiration of the Old and New Testaments as the very Word
of God.
The triune God - Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
The deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, His substitutionary atonement for
sin, His bodily resurrection and
His personal, visible return to earth to reign in righteousness and glory.
The Person of the Holy Spirit and His work of conviction, regeneration
and sanctification, who indwells every believer.
The necessity of the new birth in salvation by faith in Jesus Christ
alone, and the importance of a life fully committed to the will of God
in Christ.
About our world:
Equality
We believe in equal value of all persons regardless of gender, race, nationality,
age, religion, sexual orientation, social or economic status, incarceration,
those with special needs or the unborn. We believe that all should be
treated with respect and honour.
Sexuality
We believe that God created male and female to live in complimentary relationship
and that the practice of any sexual activity is to be reserved for the
exclusive, life-long marriage between a man and a woman.
Earth
We believe that we honour God by caring for the world he created. We are
to be faithful stewards by using and not abusing the earth's resources.
Authority
We believe that government and other authorities have been established
by God and mankind is responsible to comply with the laws of the land.
Medeba's
Values
1. HONOUR GOD - Pleasing
God in all that is done
Luke 10:27a "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and
with all your soul and with all your mind"
2. DEVELOP PEOPLE - Seeking to grow in all
areas of life and encouraging others to do the same.
Luke 10:27b "Love your neighbour as yourself"
3. PURSUE EXCELLENCE - Striving to do our
best
1Cor 9:24 "Do you not know that those who run in a race all
run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may
win."
Application
Process
Welcome to our summer staff missionary application process. Summer staff
missionaries are carefully selected using an in-depth application process
to ensure the best possible experience for our campers.
There are two steps to the application process.
Step One (Application):
Fill out the applicable (new or returning staff) application fully. You
may save the form and continue to make changes before submitting it. It
may be submitted directly by clicking on the submit button located on
the bottom of the application or by emailing it to: alison@medeba.com.
New
Summer Staff -Missionary Application Form
Returning
Summer Staff -Missionary Application Form
Step Two (References):
You are required to have 3 reference forms completed and submitted in
combination with your application. For your ease, we have created forms
that can be emailed directly to your reference. Once they have completed
the reference it is submitted directly to our Personnel Director therefore,
submit your application without waiting for references to be completed.
Encourage your references to submit the form asap.
Pastor/Christian
Leader
Friend
Employer/Teacher
Returning Staff are required to provide two references.
Once your application and references are received our Personnel Director
will contact you directly.
For additional information, please see below:
Police Checks
International Applicants
Honourarium and Remuneration
Employment
Spring Crew - April 30 - June 22, 2012
Join the group of leaders who are involved in all aspects of providing
quality service and leadership to our Guest Group programming and Operations
team. During the months of May and June activity and tasks increase as
we continue to host our school and youth programs in conjunction with
preparing for Summer Camp. There are a variety of roles with responsibilities
in the following: kitchen, dining room, maintenance, activity programming,
and cleaning.
These positions are for people applying for full summer missionary Summer
Camp roles. Honourarium and personal support raising is available to these
positions.
Fall Crew - August 27 to TBD, 2012
Summer Camp has wrapped up and new participants are arriving for our Proságo
leadership program. Assist Medeba in Programming and Operational roles
as we once again host guest groups and welcome the Proságo team.
Responsibilities of the role are as indicated in Spring Crew.
These positions are available to current or previous Summer Camp full
summer missionaries. Honourarium and personal support raising is available
to these positions.
Summer Camp - June 22 - August 26, 2012
Using Adventure and Community to challenge young people to continually
say 'Yes' to God.
Our summer camp program is for ages 6-17 and is divided into four main
sessions based on age. All sessions are high energy and fast paced and
allow many opportunities to develop your leadership, be creative, build
relationships and challenge yourself. It is the staff and leadership of
summer camp that provide the safe, nurturing, supportive, environment
that promotes lasting friendships, memorable moments, and life changing
experiences.
We continue to look for staff that is motivated, resourceful, passionate
about serving and impacting youth, skilled, and committed to providing
the opportunities to change young lives. Join our team and experience
life changing moments.
To view current job availability, please click on the link below:
2012
Summary of Summer Staff-Missionary Positions
Police Checks
It is mandatory for all staff and volunteers to provide the results of
a Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening dated no earlier than August
26, 2011.
Police Checks and Vulnerable Sector Screenings are obtained at your local
police station. Please indicate that you will be working with children
in your position at camp. There is a fee for this service that varies
based on departments and regions.
STAFF WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO BEGIN EMPLOYMENT until a 'clear' Vulnerable
Sector Police Check is submitted.
These checks can take several weeks to obtain and it is recommended
that you begin the process asap.
International Applicants
If you are applying for a position at Medeba and are not a Canadian citizen,
you will need to complete both our application process and an immigration
process.
There are multiple opportunities and processes to work at a summer camp.
To best assist you, please email our Personnel Director at alison@medeba.com.
All immigration processes can take an extended period of time to complete.
All paperwork must be submitted to your immigration 'centre' at least
12 weeks prior to the contract start date.
Remuneration details:
Once hired, international staff will be considered employees and must
obtain a S.I.N. and complete a TD1 Tax Form to determine their status
in Canada for tax purposes.
Summer
Staff Compensation
(Honourarium and Project Share)
At Medeba we view summer staff positions as summer mission opportunities.
We have outlined and valued each ministry position and have listed what
Medeba can contribute towards this value as an honourarium. The remainder
amount can be raised through Medeba's Project Share Program.
Medeba's Honourarium
Additions:
We strive to honour summer staff missionaries with additional funding
depending upon their area of skill and yearly return to Medeba. They are
as follows:
Prosago (LDP) Program Grad - $300 summer
bonus
Leader in Training Program Grad - $150
summer bonus
Past Summer Staff Experience - $20/week
bonus for each year you have worked in the same position.(Maximum of
$60/week bonus)
NLS or Bronze Cross -
$250 bonus, if you lifeguard throughout the summer camp program in addition
to your position. Does not apply to positions where NLS or Bronze Cross
is required.
Archery/Riflery Coordinator - $250/summer
to oversee the planning and coordinating of the archery and riflery
program.
Clothing Benefits:
We desire to honour returning staff for their ongoing yearly commitment
by providing the following:
First year and every year after: Staff
t-shirt
Second year: Staff hoodie
Third year: Staff polar fleece jacket
Fourth year: Staff coat
Fifth year: Gear of choice (Value of $300)
Other Benefits:
Include: Skills training, Room and Board, use of laundry facilities, opportunities
to share in other's lives, and staff discounts, if you or your children
are attending Medeba Programs as participants. Note: A taxable benefit
of $75.00/week will be included in your T4 slip for room and board except
for Cabin Leaders, Assistant Cabin Leaders and Summer Camp Health Care
Personnel. Again, all earnings are subject to employment deductions.
Terms and Conditions of Contracts
An Employment/Win-Win Agreement (contract) will be sent to you once
you have been hired and is a binding contract between you and Medeba.
We hire our staff expecting them to finish their entire term of ministry
as outlined in the contract, so we can plan effectively for the summer.
Medeba's Project Share Program
Medeba's organizational values: Honour God, Develop People and Pursue
Excellence are determining factors in the staff team that we assemble
each year. With external influencers such as increased tuitions, pressure
to earn more money during the summer months to assist with lifestyle activities
and saving for school, the demands on young adults to seek employment
with higher wages is increasing. Being a charitable organization and keeping
our pricing affordable to camp families does not allow for significant
wage increases.
We are pleased to offer a program that will assist in retaining and attracting
the high caliber staff that Medeba desires and support a summer of incredible
opportunity for you.
Project Share allows summer staff to raise support for a summer staff
fund from local churches, families and friends and other sponsors. We
trust this program allows you to meet the financial demands you and your
family. We desire the best people to join our staff team as we continue
in "Changing Young Lives".
Summary
of Summer Staff Missionary Positions
Updated: December 19, 2012
Please note:
1) Most positions are a minimum 9 week contract, but we will consider
terms of 4 week minimums for rotating Operations Staff Positions. All
staff are required to attend precamp training week. To participate in
the Project Share Program you are required to have a 9 week contract.
2) Position Value is a reflection of industry remuneration and based
on the value of indiviual positions. Medeba contributes its honourium
as a portion of this and you are able to partcipate in the Project Share
program to raise addtional funds (up to the total value) Position Value
and Honouraium amounts are subject to change without notice. Please confirm
with our Summer Personnel Director for up-to-date information.
3) Positions are available as outlined below. Applications will be accepted
for outstanding positions. Don't be disappointed, apply today.
4) All STAFF ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE STANDARD FIRST AID.
alison@medeba.com or 1-800-461-6523 ext 222
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Staff Position
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Min. Age
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Prerequisites
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Position Outline
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Position Base Honouraium
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SPRING CREW
POSITIONS
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Spring Crew
multiple week positions
start dates between
April 30 - June 4
1 Assistant Head Cook - Filled
1 Cook - Filled
1 Dining Room Coordinator - Filled
2 Maintenance -1 position filled
5 Program facilitators/other
-1 position filled
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18 |
This position is in addition
to anyone planning to serve at Medeba for the following 9 weeks of
summer camp. |
All positions require flexability
and versatility. Operation positions include managing the dining room,
cooking, cleaning, and maintenance. Program positions include activity
facilitation for guest groups and camp store work. |
Honourarium based on position,
experience, and start date. Begins at $920 - $1,320 |
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SUMMER PROGRAM
POSITIONS
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Cabin Leader
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
12 positions- 6 male, 6 female
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18 |
One year of Assistant Cabin or Day Camp
leading experience. Bronze Cross/NLS an asset. Ability to teach skills
and love, develop and mentor children |
Lead, direct, challenge and encourage campers
in a Christ like manner. Living with and directing a group of youth;
maintaining discipline and control; providing a positive camp experience
and positive role model for all campers. Responsible for camper health,
safety and participation in all aspects of camp. |
Honorarium begins at $1,320 |
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Assistant Cabin Leader/Day Camp Leader
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
(no honouraium during pre-camp training)
16 positions- 8 male, 8 female
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17 |
One year of Operations Staff experience. Love, desire
and experience working with children. Bronze Cross/NLS an asset. |
Assist in leading, directing, challenging and encouraging
campers in a Christ like manner. In collaboration with the Cabin Leader,
living with and directing a group of youth; maintaining discipline
and control; providing a positive camp experience and positive role
model for all campers. Responsible for camper health, safety and participation
in all aspects of camp. |
Honorarium begins at $1,120 |
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CO Program Directors
14 week position
May 22 -Aug. 26
2 positions
1 male, 1 female
Male Filled
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18 |
Two years experience in a
residential camp program position. Organizational and leaderships
skills must be evident. Must be able to work well with others and
lead by example. Work with a Co Program Director and Program Team.
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Plan, execute and give leadership
to the overall Summer Camp Program. Directly coordinate activity responsibilities
and schedules for program teams and cabin staff. Oversee camper activity
scheduling and camper tours and clubs. Plan and deliver creative general
programs in the evenings and free time. |
Honourarium begins at $2,800 |
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Day Camp Director
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
Two years experience in our day and residential programs.
Good public relations, organizational skills, team leader. |
Plan, execute and give leadership to the Day Camp Program.
Coordinate day camper activities and scheduling. Oversee day camp
team.
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Honorarium begins at $1,700 |
Waterfront Director
10 week position
June 18- Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
Four years of waterfront experience or equivalent based
on OCA standards. Current NLS (Waterfront preferred), Red Cross Swimming
Instructor certification. Must be a team leader. |
Initiate implement and oversee an efficient, quality
and safety conscious swimming and boating program in accordance with
the Red Cross and OCA standards. Provide expertise, experience and
skills specific to the operation of the waterfront. Give overall direction
to all activities at the waterfront, pond and boating areas on or
off the camp property, with special emphasis on safety. Evening program
support. |
Honourarium begins at $1,600 |
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Mountain Biking Coordinator
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or
LIT/LDP experience. Must have Medeba MTB Intermediate Instructor level,
or equivalent. Able to repair most parts of the bikes. An aptitude
for teaching. |
Initiate, implement and lead an efficient,
quality and safety conscious biking program, in accordance with Medeba's
Risk Management Manual. Provide expertise, experience and skills specific
to the operation of the biking areas both on and off site. Evening
program support. |
Honourarium begins at $1,600 |
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Boating Coordinator
10 week position
June 18- Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of of Operations Staff
or LIT/LDP experience. Medeba basic Boating Instructor. Flatwater
instructor. White-water kayak experience. Aptitude for teaching.
Bronze Cross or NLS required |
Initiate, implement and lead an efficient,
quality and safety conscious boating program, in accordance with the
Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association and Medeba's
Risk Management Manual. Provide expertise, experience and skills specific
to the operation of the boating areas both on and off site. Evening
program support. |
Honourarium begins at $1,600 |
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Ropes Coordinator
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or
LIT/LDP experience. Must be a certified Medeba Intermediate Climbing
Instructor, a Certified Medeba Ropes Course Basic Instructor, and
a Certified Medeba Belayer or equivalent. An aptitude for teaching.
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Responsible for High Ropes, Giant Swing,
Zipline, Vertical Team Challenge, and Team Building (Low Ropes). Initiate,
implement and lead an efficient, quality and safety conscious ropes
program, in accordance with the ACCT Standards and Medeba's Risk Management
Manual. Provide expertise, experience and skills specific to the operation
of the ropes areas. Evening program support. |
Honorarium begins at $1,600 |
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Climbing Coordinator
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or
LIT/LDP experience. Must be a certified Medeba Intermediate Climbing
Instructor, a Certified Medeba Ropes Course Basic Instructor, and
a Certified Medeba Belayer or equivalent. An aptitude for teaching.
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Responsible for Indoor and outdoor climbing
walls, Ice climbing wall, and Climbing Clubs. Initiate, implement
and lead an efficient, quality and safety conscious climbing program,
in accordance with the ACCT Standards and Medeba's Risk Management
Manual. Provide expertise, experience and skills specific to the operation
of climbing areas both on and off site. Evening program support. |
Honorarium begins at $1,600 |
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Program Resource -
Worship Coordinator
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or LIT/LDP experience.
Team player, organizational skills,
multi-tasking, versatility and good judgment.
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Overall: Assist within the Program Team to help plan and
execute weekly themes. Versatile in a variety of program areas,
and assist as needed. Evening program support.
Directly:
Involved in giving leadership and direction in the area of
worship
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Honourarium begins at $1,600 |
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Program Resource -
Creative Arts Coordinator
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or LIT/LDP experience.
Team player, organizational skills, multi-tasking, versatility and
good judgment.
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Overall: Assist within the Program Team to help plan and
execute weekly themes - key creative element. Versatile in a variety
of program areas, and assist as needed. Evening program support.
Directly:
Involved in giving leadership and direction in the area of
creative arts and the Craft Program.
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Honourarium begins at $1,600 |
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Leader-in-Training Coordinator
11 week position
June 11-Aug. 26
1 position - Filled
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Two years experience in a residential camp
program position. Organizational and leaderships skills must be evident.
Must be able to work well with others and lead by example. Instructor
levels for hard skills, Bronze Cross/NLS an asset. Proságo
graduate. |
In partnership with the LIT Director, plan,
execute and give leadership to the LIT Program. Coordinate activity
and teaching schedules as well as fulfilling those roles. Provide
mentoring, supervision and spiritual leadership to the LIT Cabin Leaders
and LIT participants. Overall leadership on off-site activities and
canoe trips. |
Honorarium begins at $2,200 |
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Leader-in-Training
Cabin Leaders
10 week position
June 18-Aug. 26
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
2 positions
1 male & 1 female
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18 |
Experience in leadership training and residential
camping. Basic Instructor levels for hard skills, Bronze Cross/NLS
an asset. Medeba LIT or Proságo graduate preferred |
Assist in leading the LIT program by teaching
and facilitating activities and classes. Provide mentoring, supervision
and spiritual leadership to the LIT participants in a live-in, month
long program. |
Honorarium begins at $1,485 |
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Special Needs Cabin Leader "One-on-One"
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
2 positions
1 male, 1 female
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18 |
A love for children with special needs.
Some experience with special needs an asset but not required. |
Lead, direct, challenge and encourage special
need campers in a Christ like manner.
Lead and facilitate program adaptation and integration to maximize
the safety and camp experience for special needs youth. Provide support
in the areas of personal care, behaviour management and instruction.
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Honorarium begins at $1,320 |
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SUMMER ADMINISTRATION
POSITIONS
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Summer Office Assistant
17 week position
April 30-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
Office experience, Windows 98/XP, MS Word,
Databases, Excel. Ability to work under high volumes and tight deadlines.
Good public relations and telephone skills. |
Assist the Office Manager in the coordination
of the day to day operations of the office, registration and telecommunications.
Project a professional organization image through customer service
relations. |
Honorarium begins at $2,890
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Summer Personnel Assistant
12 week position
June 4-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
Two years experience in residential programs
or human resources. Experience in leading, equipping and resourcing
youth and young adults. Desire to positively direct and serve children.
Team leader. |
Assist the Personnel Director with summer
personnel administration, discipleship and staff relations. Assist
in leading recognition and appreciation (community care) for all staff.
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Honorarium begins at $2,040
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Health Care Coordinator
11 week position
June 11-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
Nursing student preferred with excellent
organizational skills. Able to work independently. Love for children.
Knowledge of pediatric conditions beneficial.
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Promote health and safety practices throughout
the camp. Monitor health, maintain health records and implement the
established health care plan. Follow appropriate health routines as
outlined by the Medeba Health Policy and approved standing medication
orders. Provide basic medical attention and first aid for staff and
campers. Medication administration. Camper medical registration. |
Honourarium begins at $2,200 |
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Health Care Personnel
10 week position
June 11-Aug. 26
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
1 position
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18 |
First year nursing or health studies student
preferred with good organizational skills. Able to work independently.
Love for children. |
Assist the Health Care Coordinator in providing
basic medical attention and first aid for staff and campers. Accompany
campers on medical appointments and visits. Assist in sanitation of
camp. |
Honourarium begins at $1,440 |
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SUMMER OPERATIONS
POSITIONS
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Assistant Head Cook
9 week position
(prefer same staff for spring crew and summer)
April 30-Aug. 26
1 position
Position Filled
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18 |
Kitchen experience and safe food handling
course an asset. |
Prepare and deliver food of high quality
in terms of freshness, taste, and consistency, with strict adherence
to Safe Food Handling Procedures and Medeba guidelines. Assist the
Head Cook with staff supervision and direction. |
Honourarium begins at $1,530 |
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Cook
9 week
June 22-Aug. 26
1 position
Position Filled
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff experience.
Enjoy cooking with proficiency and enjoy the camp kitchen setting.
Team player. |
Prepare products of high quality in terms
of freshness, taste, and consistency, with strict adherence to Safe
Food Handling Procedures and Medeba guidelines. Ensure cleanliness
in work area and assist with clean up. |
Honourarium begins at $1260 |
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Tabin Coordinator
9 week
position
June 22-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff or
LIT/LDP experience. Good organizational skills, ability to work unsupervised.
Food service experience and
training preferred |
Assist Day Camp leader in setting up lunch
area, distributing food and clean up. Organize food and equipment
for overnight programs. Prepare lunches for offsite tours. Assist
in and oversee the dining room as required. Maintain equipment and
tripping area. Cover Dining Room Coordintator once weekly. |
Honourarium begins at $1,440 |
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Maintenance Personnel
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
2 positions
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff experience or
a LIT grad. Maintenance, grounds keeping, sanitation experience. Team
player, able to work unsupervised. G1 or G Driver's license required. |
Work directly with our Year-round Maintenance Coordinator
and help maintain the facility and work on building projects. Grounds
keeping, facility upkeep, sanitation and cleaning. Construction experience
an asset. |
Honourarium begins at $1,260 |
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Dining Room Staff
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
5 positions
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17 |
No experience required. Medeba LIT preferred.
Desire to serve and grow. Teachable. |
Serve and clean up meals for staff and
campers. Host during the meals. Rotate into program once weekly to
develop further skills and training. Position rotates according to
your aptitude & abilities. |
Honorarium begins at $1035 |
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Camp Store Coordinator/Office Support
9 week position
June 22-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff experience
or a LIT grad. Some retail/cash experience helpful. Organizational
skills. Team player. |
Manage the daily operations of the Camp
Store. Creatively display and maintain inventory. Offer professional
and courteous customer service in sales and inquiries. |
Honourarium begins at $1,440 |
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Bus Driver
9 week position
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
June 22 -Aug. 26
1 position
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25 |
Current F license min. Good driving record. Love to
serve children. |
Operate a 15 passenger van in a safe and efficient manner.
Maintain a safe, clean and fun environment when transporting campers
and staff to and from locations keeping within Provincial Law, Insurance
carrier and Medeba Risk Management. |
Honourarium begins at $1,440 |
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Camp Photographer/CD Promotions
9 week position
(no honouraium during Pre-camp training)
June 22-Aug. 26
1 position
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18 |
At least one year of Operations Staff experience
or a LIT grad. Competant in use of digital cameras. Photographic experience
and skills. Nero an asset. Able to work independently. |
Create permanent visual images of camp
and present them in various forms of media for creative and documentary
purposes. Provide a high quality digital CD of the summer camp experience
for campers to purchase and for our organization to reproduce for
future publications. |
Honorarium begins at $1,260 |
| Note: Job Descriptions
are available for all full time summer positions |
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