Volunteer and Staff Needs

The Cabin Leader/Childcare Workers provide care for children and youth at our beautiful location overlooking the Red Deer River Valley. Our summer camp program includes canoeing, tenting and hiking, archery, paintball, crafts, go-kart racing, soccer, skits, tetherball, basketball, and many other outdoor games. The Cabin Leader / Childcare Worker assists in activities specific to the spiritual and personal development side of camp such as including campers in biblical discussions, prayer, music, singing, and developing friendships and support networks at camp and at home. Finally, it includes leading and participating with campers in carrying out work duties such as cleaning dishes, cabins, etc.

The Janitor is responsible for leading and assisting janitorial volunteers during cleaning times each day. They are responsible for maintaining a thoroughly clean campsite. Duties can include (but are not limited to) sweeping, mopping, bathrooms, wiping counters and tables, emptying garbage bins, and other similar tasks. There are also opportunities to engage in additional maintenance-related tasks on occasion (at the discretion of the Janitor and leadership) . Scheduling will be coordinated alongside the on-site supervisors.

The Kitchen Coordinator / Head Cook is responsible for the delivery of food services at camp including menu design, scheduling, allergies, food ordering, food preparation and delivery, and kitchen cleaning/standards. They will also provide leadership for AHS Food Safety Standards, food preparation, service and storage. The Kitchen Coordinator / Head Cook will also assist in mentoring and leading younger kitchen volunteers.

The Media Coordinator is responsible for preparing videos and other media for camp events and activities and for assisting speakers in the preparation and delivery of their presentation material. Additional responsibility includes recording and producing a wide variety of media sources relating to the camp activities and events - including creating digital media for distribution to campers, parents and staff; and for use in other camp publicity and information [e.g. website, social media, printed material].

Prepare meals and snacks for camper and staff each day during camp. Supports the Kitchen Coordinator/Head Cook, makes sure meals are made on time. Plan with Director times of meals and specific even meals. Be aware and Attentive to any staff & camper with special food needs or allergies - preparing meals that accommodate those needs. Keep the kitchen organized and clean, and assist in mentoring younger kitchen staff and volunteers.

The Program Coordinator recommends and plans camp activities, ensuring all activities are appropriate for each age/ability group and in keeping with the summer theme and mission of the camp. He/she will organize and lead a variety of camp activities each day, help campers prepare skits and/or songs for fireside nights, be proactive in encouraging positive behaviour and teamwork, and accommodate behavioural challenges. He/she is responsible for always ensuring a clean, organized and safe camp activity environment is present. He/she shall ensure activities are designed to maximize key learning objectives and are inherently safe in their design. The Program Coordinator will guide and mentor younger staff in our leadership programs by leading and participating in Bible study, chapel and campfire. He/she is responsible for scheduling and aiding volunteers in carrying out theme-related duties.

 The Rental Service Supervisor will work directly with the Camp Manager and Program Director and is responsible for leading and assisting in maintaining a thoroughly clean camp site in preparation for rental groups arriving. Duties

include (but are not limited to) sweeping, mopping, bathrooms, wiping counters and tables,emptying garbage bins, cooking meals, replenishing supplies. They will also greet rental groupsand provide hospitality. Other responsibilities include driving to pick up food supplies and other items to support the Program. And a variety of other items per the need of the camp.

The Dishwasher is responsible for leading and assisting dish-wash teams during meal times each day. They are responsible for maintaining a clean work space in the wash area, especially around the commercial washer, sinks, and floors. Scheduling will be coordinated alongside the on-site supervisors.

The Camp Nurse is responsible for the care of ill or injured campers and staff, and related administrative duties. The Camp Nurse ensures the nursing station is kept clean and stocked with appropriate supplies and medications; maintains clear, accurate and concise records on all campers and staff; keep a daily medical log, and maintains and documents the camper/staff chart; dispenses and keeps a record of daily medications administered; makes sure that medications brought to camp are locked in the medication cupboard; provides first aid packs for rafting and hiking and restocks after each trip; provides Epi-Pens and any prescribed camper medication to staff before departure; administers camper (and staff) prescription medications as directed; dispenses over-the-counter medications per our medication policy; assesses campers and staff who are ill or injured and determine if further medical attention is needed; assists in stabilizing campers and staff requiring transportation to medical facilities; contact with parents of ill or injured campers and staff (if appropriate) and updates as necessary; documentation of all injuries and care rendered; documentation of all over-the-counter medicines; maintain inventory of supplies; and counselling as needed (such as homesick campers).

The Staff Care Leader provides support and guidance to cabin leaders, youth participants in our leadership programs, and support services for the camp program (maintenance, kitchen and janitorial staff) in dealing with relationship building, camper relations, safety, and campers participation and enjoyment of camp program. They are also required to participate in the mentoring of youth volunteers through leading and participating in Bible study. They are responsible for providing mental health support to all staff, paid and volunteer, and do so through scheduled and unscheduled check-ins. They may also provide help in the form of covering unforeseen vacancies in positions – i.e. if a cabin leader gets sick or needs a chance to rest after a rough night, the Staff Care Leader will cover duties and provide optimal care for children throughout the summer.

The Facilities Safety Officer works with our full-time Facilities Coordinator to aid with the preparation of camp facilities for the summer season. He/she is necessary in order to provide a clean and safe environment for children to participate in programmed activities. Tasks will include renovations of camp buildings, maintaining equipment and utilities, as well as building and installing new recreational apparatuses, and insect/pest removal. Responsibilities include maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen and dining hall facilities and assisting the Facilities Coordinator where needed. He/she will be equipped to train incoming summer staff and volunteers in these responsibilities.

The Performing Arts Coordinator organizes, plans, and implements music to accompany campfire and chapel sessions. This can entail the recruitment and scheduling of a music team. He/she will set the outline for each week in accordance with developmentally appropriate songs for the corresponding age groups and will prepare materials such as song sheets or PowerPoint slides. The Performing Arts Coordinator is also responsible for assisting speakers in the preparation and delivery of their presentation material. This can mean providing skits, plays, dances, and other forms of artistic expression in order to bring clarity and better understanding for the children. He/she will also be responsible to plan, supervise, and lead Art Options for campers, which include, but are not limited to: music, dance, jewelry making, painting, string art, sun-dry pottery, and painting, etc.

The Administrative Assistant will work directly with the Camp Manager and Program Director to provide assistance in administrative tasks. These

responsibilities include (but are not limited to) respond to emails and phone calls on behalf of the organization, help with filing documents correctly, aiding in creating schedules. Some other tasks include aiding in the Registrar position and ensuring campers who arrive on site have all the information required and will assist parents with registration if needed.