Job Title: Discovery/Chapel Program Instructor Job Description: Camp Monahan is searching for an enthusiastic candidate to organize, plan and run an effective Discovery/Christian Living program for children aged 6 to 13. Prior to the camping season, the discovery instructor is in charge of creating and submitting a program plan, as well as ordering any required materials within the provided budget. During the summer, this position is responsible to planning and leading daily chapel in the morning and evening as well as running daily interactive programming for various age-groups of campers. The discovery instructor is also in charge of arranging a Roman Catholic mass once a week at camp. The discovery director will also work with camp counselors to manage and deal with any camp behaviors during the program and is expected to participate in all other camp activities including campfire, meals, group activities and staff meetings. Experience working with and/or teaching children is required as well as knowledge of the Catholic spiritual and faith based beliefs. A First Aid certificate and a love of children, nature and camp life are considered assets. Interested applicants can either mail or e-mail an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 1 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net Wages: $410.00 per week for 7 weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013 Job Title: Swim Staff Job Description: Camp Monahan is searching for an enthusiastic person to plan, organize and run an effective swimming program for campers aged 6 to 13. Prior to the camping season, you are responsible for submitting a program plan and ordering any required materials within the designated budget. At camp, the swim instructor is responsible for teaching basic swimming skills and organizing age-appropriate games to be played in the camp’s junior Olympic-sized pool. The swim instructor must be 18 years or older and must have current National Lifeguard Service and CPR-C certificates. The swim instructor will also be in charge of all pool supervision during programs and free time. This position will also work with the camp caretaker to ensure the general upkeep and operation of the pool is maintained throughout the camping season. The swim instructor is also required to participate in all other camp activities including campfire, chapel, meals, group activities and staff meetings. Past experience working with children as well as a love of nature and camp life are considered an asset. Interested applicants can either mail or E-mail an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 1 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net Wages: $420.00 per week for 7 weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013 _____________________________________________________________________________________ Job Title: Canoe Instructor Job Description: Camp Monahan is searching for an enthusiastic person to run the canoe program during the summer camping season. The canoe instructor is in charge of planning, organizing and running an effective canoe program for children aged 6 to 13. The canoe instructor is responsible for teaching campers basic canoe and safety skills as well as planning fun and engaging activities in the water and on the beach. Prior to the camping season, you are responsible for submitting a program plan and ordering any required materials within the designated budget. During the camping season, the canoe instructor is responsible for maintaining the beachfront area of camp, supervising all beachfront activities and maintaining camper safety. Candidates are also required to participate in all other camp activities including campfire, meals, Chapel, group activities and staff meetings. Experience teaching or coaching children and a certificate in small craft safety, Pleasure Craft Operator and/or equivalent experience are required. Completion of Bronze Medallion and/or a First Aid course are considered an asset. All applicants should also have a passion for children, nature and camp life. Interested applicants can either mail or e-mail an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 1 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net. Wages: $410.00 per week for 7weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013 Job Title: Senior Programs Camp Counsellor Job Description: Camp Monahan is searching for an enthusiastic senior program counsellor to plan, organize and run the camps canoe and hiking programs for campers aged 13 to 15. The counsellors of this program are responsible for teaching campers the skills of trip planning, orienteering, packing, outdoor food preparation, canoeing, backpacking and the appreciation of low-impact camping. Throughout the summer, counsellors of this program will escort campers on two seven-day canoe trips down the beautiful Qu’Appelle Valley as well as two 3-day hiking trips around the scenic Katepwa Lake. The qualified applicant will have experience working with youth, nature and camping and will also have qualifications in First Aid, canoeing and/or Pleasure Craft Operators certificate. Applicants must also be 18-years or older. Counsellors are responsible for the safety and well-being of all campers during the trip and are responsible for ordering all food and supplies necessary for the program within the supplied budget. Completion of Bronze Medallion or higher swim level is an asset. Interested applicants can either mail or email an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 1 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net Wages: $410.00 per week for 7 weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013 ____________________________________________________________________________ Job Title: Camp Counsellor Job Description: Camp Monahan is seeking both male and female camp counsellors to lead groups of children aged 6 through 13. Counsellors are responsible for the campers’ well-being physically, mentally and spiritually through all camp programs. Counsellors will work with groups of 5 to 12 campers per week and will be responsible to accompany these groups throughout their daily programs and be in charge of running two of the programs- archery, arts and craft. The aim of this position is to ensure that all campers have a quality camping experience. Ideal candidates for these positions have a minimum age of 16, are responsible, attentive, love working with children and are creative and young at heart. Qualifications in First Aid, canoeing/boating and experience working with children and camping are considered assets. Interested applicants can either mail or e-mail an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 7 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net Wages: $410.00 per week for 7 weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013 Job Title: Junior Camp Counsellor Job Description: Camp Monahan is looking for Junior Camp Counsellors to help run and supervise children during the camping programs. The position is perfect for young adults who are interested in working with children, nature and love camp life. Responsibilities include leading groups of campers varying in age from 6 to 13. Junior counsellors will also assist the program staff in organizing and running the swimming, canoeing, craft, outdoor education, and discovery programs. Junior counsellors are expected to participate in all camp activities including campfire, Chapel, meals, group activities and staff meetings. Qualifications in First Aid and previous camping experience are considered assets. Applicants should also be mature young adults, who work well with others and share a love for children and camping. Interested applicants can either mail or e-mail an update resume, cover letter and references to the Camp Monahan Association no later than March 15, 2013. A criminal record check is required of all successful applicants. Number of vacancies: 2 Terms: Seasonal, Full-time; starting July 2 How to apply: E-mail or mail in resume, cover letter and references to campmonahan@sasktel.net Honorarium: $205.00 per week for 7 weeks, includes room and board Application Deadline: March 15, 2013