Position: Seasonal Camp Counsellor (Part Time Contract - June 14-September 3, 2024)

Facility: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada Reports to: Education and Conservation Management Team

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Education and Conservation Management Team, Camp Counsellors are responsible for leading the Aquarium day camp programs, which are educational programs held in one-week sessions for children aged 5-10 years. The Camp Counsellors will promote and encourage a positive attitude towards aquatic life and the environment, engage in a variety of hands-on activities with campers, and maintain the educational value of the program all in a positive and friendly environment.

Critical Accountabilities:

• Under the guidance of the Camp Coordinator, deliver camp programming based on daily themes.
• Provide a memorable and fun camp experience that includes in-gallery experiences, games, crafts, hands on activities, etc.
• Ensure a safe, clean, secure environment for campers.
• Ensure camper safety and wellbeing, adhering to RAC policies and procedures
• In collaboration with the Camp Coordinator and Management staff, communicate with parents to ensure an overall positive camp experience for each camper in our care
• Share conservation messaging in an engaging way, using a variety of methods, inspiring sustainability and awareness
• Follow appropriate health & safety protocols, including recognizing and reporting any hazards/concerns
• Regularly clean work area to ensure it exceeds guest expectations and to ensure health & safety. Set-up, maintain and clean program delivery spaces and supply inventory.
• Ensure all camp participants and Aquarium guests are adhering to and following current COVID-19 guidelines
• Handle and care for live animals as laid out in Ripley's Aquarium of Canada policies. Ensure safe handling of all Aquarium property by guests (including live animals).
• Complete reports/paperwork/administrative duties, ensuring essential information is communicated with the Camp Coordinator and Management as required
• Other duties as assigned by Camp Coordinator, Management staff or designate

Special Skills and Requirements:

• Enrolled in/graduate of post-secondary degree in biology, environmental science, education, or a related field.
• Experience working with children in a summer camp environment
• Excellent communication skills, proven ability to speak before audiences of varying size and composition.
• Experience in meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations in the service industry.
• Must be capable of working in a dynamic team environment.
• Proven ability to problem solve.
• Demonstrated knowledge of animal and conservation issues, demonstrated awareness and commitment to sustainable practices
• Must be able to lift at least 15 kilograms.
• Familiarity with Ripley's Aquarium of Canada and its exhibits is preferred
• Certified in emergency first aid and CPR

All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of a police criminal record background check.

Thank you for your interest in Ripley's Aquarium of Canada!