Camp Inclusion Support Worker

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Applications for this position must be received at  by 11:59 p.m. on April 1, 2027.

The anticipated start date for this position is May 2027.

Reporting to the on-site Senior Leader, the Inclusion Support Workers will assist the on-site Camp Coordinatorandfull-timestaff in the inclusion, support and supervision of campers with disabilities during delivery ofcamp programs including facilitating programs for teenagers with exceptionalities.

• Provide inclusion support to participants with exceptionalities, ensuring that activities are safe, fun, inclusive and appropriate.
• Assist in preparing and leading an inclusive program to meet the needs of all participants registered in the program.
• Work with parents/guardians and other camp staff to develop appropriate behaviour modification plans as required.
• Support the objectives and philosophies of the program as established by the Recreation and Culture department.
• Adhere to department prescribed policies and procedures.
• Support and promote the HIGH FIVE "Principles of Healthy Child Development" (PHCD).
• Follow and implement all Health and Safety regulations and public health guidelines.

• Attend all mandatory staff functions from May-September 2027 including but not limited to training, scheduled shifts, staff meetings and site clean-ups and all allocated program times.
• Arrive at the program site in time to properly prepare for the day's program and start the program according to schedule.
• Ensure the continuing safety of the participant while at the program.
  
  With the assistance of the on-site Senior Leader, advise and document all accidents/incidents immediately.
• Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
• Acts as a positive role model for program participants and other team members.
• Report and document all health and safety related incidents as per guidelines and report to Senior Leader and/orfull-timestaff immediately.
• Ensure the daily activities are safe, inclusive, creative, age-appropriate and enjoyable for the program participants, while ensuring an integrated setting.
• Provide personal care and lifts / transfers for participants as required.
• React to emergency situations andbehaviourmanagement issues in accordance with department approved procedures.
• Maintain accurate records(i.e.medical and communication logs) for all participants registered in the program.
• Notify the Senior Leader and/or Summer Camp Coordinator of any problems and/or recommendations regarding participants, parents/guardians, co-workers or facilities which may affect the quality of the summer operations.
• Assist with planning, leading and participating in program-specific special events.
• Participate in a daily meeting with the on-site Senior Leader and program staff.
• Other duties may be assigned by the Senior Leader,Camp Coordinator and/or Full-Time staff.

Successful candidates are required to attend all mandatory training sessions as a condition of employment. Training dates will be provided in advance and are subject to change based on operational requirements. Posted training dates may be adjusted by up to one to two (1-2) days before or after the scheduled date, and candidates are expected to maintain availability for these potential date adjustments.

Failure to attend any mandatory training session, or to maintain availability for the scheduled training dates, may result in the withdrawal of an employment offer or termination of employment.

Play Leader Training (select 1 from the 2 options below)

Hub Day Training (must attend all)

• Tuesday, June 29,…