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Canadian Camp Experience Program
Location: Canada: Toronto
Term: Summer
Length of Position: Minimum of 8-10 weeks
Dates: June-August
NYQUEST Training and Placement Inc
571 Roselawn Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5N 1K6 Canada
Call Us
Phone: (416)932-1370
Fax: (416)932-2758
Description
NYQUEST helps young adults (19-27) travel to Canada to work abroad at the best resident summer camps in the country. NOTE: Due to Work Permit restrictions, we only accept participants from the USA, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
Camp Counsellors/Activity Leaders should have the ability to:
* Supervise 1-12 children or teenagers
* Relate to other staff
* Accept supervision and guidance
* Assist in teaching an activity
Counsellors must have good character, integrity, adaptability, enthusiasm, and sense of humor, patience and self-control. General counsellors are responsible to the Head Counsellor, Section Head, Activity Head and/or Camp Director.
Specific responsibilities may include:
* Learn the interests, fears and motivations of each camper
* Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving in the group
* Provide opportunities for the group so that individuals experience success during camp
* Supervise all assigned aspects of the campers' daily routine.
* Assist in teaching or leading an activity, as assigned
* Prepare for and actively participate in staff training, meetings, and supervisory conferences
* Set a good example for campers and others
* Follow camp rules and regulations pertaining to smoking, use of alcoholic beverages and use of drugs
* Share their culture in both formal and informal ways
Highlights
* Work Permit
NYQUEST makes the work permit process very simple. You do NOT need to interview at a Canadian consulate to receive the work permit. Your work permit will be organized completely via email and in rare cases by regular mail.
* Placement at an Accredited Camp or Outdoor Education Centre in Canada
NYQUEST will gather your needs and preferences and carefully place you at a camp that matches your interests and expectations
* Travel Assistance
All participants will receive free transportation from the airport to their accommodations in the Canadian host city. They will also receive free transportation from the accommodations to their camp placement.
* Free Room and Board During Work Experience
* Orientation/Training in Canadian host city
Meet other international staff who will be working at your camp and other camps across Canada; Learn about your camp job; Take a tour of your host city; Receive answers to your camp related questions.
* Free Canadian Bank Account and Social Insurance Number
During the orientation in Canada all participants will receive their Social Insurance Number that will allow them to work legally in Canada. In addition, the participants will receive a free bank account through TD Canada Trust, one of the biggest and most reputable banks in Canada. NYQUEST will also arrange for USD 10 free cash to be automatically inserted into the account so the participants have a little bit of cash to get them started with their travels.
* Access to Internet and Phone During Work Experience
* 24 Hour Emergency Support
NYQUEST is just a phone call away if an emergency occurs at any time during your stay in the Canada. You can count on friendly, personal service from any of our staff.
* Be a Part of a Uniquely Canadian Community!
Participants will develop lifelong friends from around the world.
* Work for 8+ Weeks in a Multi-Cultural Environment
Participants are ambassadors for their country. They will have a unique opportunity to learn about other cultures and share their culture with other campers and staff
* Rewards from Teaching in a Residential Setting
Campers look to their counsellors for guidance and leadership. Participants will be rewarded by the positive impact they have on the lives of campers
* Improve Personal Skills
Participants will gain confidence, independence, maturity, leadership, teaching, communication and other valuable life-long skills that will broaden their horizons and prepare them for a future career
* Option to Continue Working Before or After Your Summer Placement
Qualifications
* Be available to travel to Canada by June 24th and work for 8-10 weeks.
* 19-27 years old.
* Have a clean criminal record.
* Have 2 strong references from a teacher, a supervisor or a community leader.
* Good physical and psychological health.
* Experience working with children and teenagers.
* Ability to teach a camp related skill.
* Able to spend long periods of time in the outdoors.
* Strong English speaking skills.
Job/Intern Types
- Camp Counselor / Trip Leader
Languages
- English
Cost in US$:
Cost Includes:
Credit Available
no
Salary/Pay
USD 1,400-2,000 for 8-10 weeks plus free room and board.This Program is open to
American, Australian, European, Kiwi Participant.
Participants Travel to Canada
Independently
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Written Application
Post Services Include
- Job and Internship Network
NYQUEST Training and Placement Inc's Mission Statement
To significantly improve the quality of outdoor education/camp programs and services provided by Canadian camps by: Providing an affordable, stress free way for Canadian camps to acquire mature, well-supported, competent international staff. To provide an unforgettable experience for young adults interested in sharing their culture and learning about cultures from around the world. Provide these individuals with a safe, supportive environment in which they can develop friendships from around the world and have a strong positive impact on the lives of Canadian youth. And to spread the idea of organized camping/outdoor education to international markets.
Year Founded
2005
