Summer Employment Opportunities How would you like to spend
Summer Employment Opportunities How would you like to spend your summer? Deadline for Applications: Friday April 17th, 2015 Contents General Information .................................................................................................................................. 3 Program Descriptions ................................................................................................................................ 5 Summer Programs Coordinator............................................................................................................... 6 Day Camp Councillors/ Kinderskills ..................................................................................................... 7 Public Works/Maintenance Worker ....................................................................................................... 8 Application Form ....................................................................................................................................... 9 2 Are you interested in working with us for the summer? General Information The Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s is looking for you to join our Recreation Team for the summer. We offer a variety of programs for children ages 4 - 12. Working with the Town has great opportunities for training in various areas, along with providing experiences in teamwork, public relations, skill development and much more. If you think you’re a motivated, energetic individual apply now, don’t miss the deadline! How to apply: Read through the job descriptions and complete the application at the end Submit the application along with your resume, including two references Applications can be submitted through email, dropped off to the Town Hall, or through mail (must be post marked April 17th) Only those successful in receiving an interview will be contacted Where Can I apply? Drop off or Mail To: Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s Summer Employment Robin Wight Recreation Programs and Special Events Coordinator 1119 Thorburn Rd Portugal Cove – St. Philips, NL A1M 1T6 Email: [email protected] ALL APPLICATIONS ARE DUE BY: FRIDAY APRIL 17TH, 2015 3 Employment Information: Must be attending secondary or post-secondary institute full time, with plans to attend in the Fall 2015 Leadership qualities and good communication skills Previous experience with children Valid First Aid Certificate Current Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC)Certificate of Conduct Some positions will require a valid driver’s license and daily access to a vehicle Positions are based on a 40 hour work week, with flexibility allotted for evenings and weekends (when necessary) Mandatory training/orientation will take place beginning June 29. Staff must be available to attend Staff will be required to work on Canada Day for the Town’s events All positions are based subject to funding approval. We would like to thank you for your interest in applying with the Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s. Additional information can be found by calling Robin Wight at 895-8000, ext. 265. 4 Program Descriptions Day Camp The Town of Portugal Cove – St. Philip’s offers a 8 week summer Day Camp Program to participants ages 7 – 12. The program includes daily outings, guest speakers, activities all of which are planned by summer staff. Spend your summer with children promoting cooperative play, weekly themes, educational experiences and much more. Kinderskills The Kinderskills program runs full days however only two days a week, for children ages 4 – 6 years old. In this program staff are responsible to plan age appropriate activities that are both creative and physical. On days with no program, staff will work with the Day Camp. Public Works/Maintenance This position will work mainly outside, caring for the Town’s parks, playgrounds, and facilities during the summer months. Staff will report to the Recreation Director alongside the Public Works Department in ensuring a clean and beautiful town for the summer. 5 Summer Programs Coordinator Responsibilities: Shall prepare the groundwork for the recreation program and implement department policy. Prepare and plan schedules for Day Camp Prepare the public relations material and begin the registration process. Conduct employee interviews and assist in the selection of employees. Shall prepare and plan Community Events and programs. Responsible for inventory management, direct management of employees and programs throughout the summer. Act as the liaison/communication link between staff members and the Recreation Department. Prepare formative and summative evaluations of all staff members. Prepare a final report on the summer activities/special events with suggestions and recommendations for the following year. Assist the Recreation Department on a day-to-day basis and perform other related duties. Qualifications (can be completed when successfully hired): 2015 RNC Code of Conduct Valid Standard First Aid CPR Level C Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015 Experience in planning, implementation of children’s programs Previous supervisory experience is required High Five® Principals of Healthy Child Development Valid driver’s license and daily access to personal vehicle Period of Employment: May 2015 – August 2015 (Period may vary depending on program placement) 6 Day Camp & Kinderskills Councillors Responsibilities: Provide leadership and supervision to participants Plan and oversee day to day activities with programs Organizing activities, outings, daily schedules Provide a safe environment for participants in programs Good customer service skills and problem solving abilities Other assigned duties include: assisting with Town Special events Qualifications (can be completed once successfully hired): 2015 RNC Code of Conduct Valid Standard First Aid CPR Level CC Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015 Experience in planning, implementation of children’s programs Previous supervisory experience is required High Five® Principals of Healthy Child Development Period of Employment: June 2015 – August 2015 (Period may vary depending on program placement) 7 Public Works/Maintenance Worker Responsibilities: The preparation and maintenance of all parks, fields, playgrounds, canteens, washrooms and other recreational facilities in the town. The operation of equipment such as lawn mowers, aerators, trimmers and garden tools to maintain parks, fields and facilities. The maintenance of equipment to ensure it is in good running condition. Assist with the beautification of parks, playgrounds, and recreation facilities, and assist with other municipal beautification projects as directed by the Director of Recreation and the Town Foreman. Performs a variety of outside activities associated with maintenance of town facilities.. Good customer service skills and problem solving abilities Other assigned duties include: assisting with Town Special events Qualifications (can be completed once successfully hired): 2015 RNC Code of Conduct Valid Standard First Aid CPR Level CC Currently attending Post-Secondary, or planning to attend in fall 2015 Experience in parks maintenance or a related field, and basic knowledge of turf maintenance and equipment is required. Period of Employment: June 2015 – August 2015 (period may vary) 8 Application Form Personal Information First Name Last Name Initial. Address: City Town: Postal Code: Phone: (Home) Cell: Email: Date of Birth: Job Preference: List in order of first – last what jobs you wish to apply for 1. 2. 3. Qualifications Have you ever been employed with the Town before Yes No Valid First Aid Yes No CPR C RNC Code of Conduct High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development Valid Driver’s License Daily Access to Vehicle Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No Education Educational Institute Program Degree/Diploma/Certificate Experience Previous Work Experience Date Duties 9 Experience Continued Check off all boxes that apply, and complete the information below Experience in planning and running programs for children ages 4 – 12: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Experience in outdoor pursuits, or creative areas: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Working with a person with a disability or special need ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Supervising staff , Facilitating training ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Other qualifications, experience: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Reference Information Reference Relation Contact Deadline: Thursday April 17, 2014, 4:30pm _________________________________________ Signature __________________ Date Must include a resume along with application 10
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