Work at Camp Misquah
Do you want to make a difference?
Do you have the skills and attitude to help others?
Do you want to have one of the best summers of your life?
Camp Misquah 2022 may be the place for you!
Camp Misquah offers a memorable summer experience for youth and adults with developmental disabilities, with ages ranging from 14 to 60+. The Camp is located about 90 minutes from Ottawa on the shores of Lac Bitobi near Gracefield, Quebec. It is a rewarding place to work and has received a 5 star rating on the Indeed Jobsite.
We’re currently hiring for:
Under the direction of our Camp Director and Executive Director, Camp Misquah’s energetic staff is chosen because of their qualifications and commitment to working with children and adults living with developmental disabilities. They are primarily university and high school students, and many of them have attended camps in their youth and know the impact camp can make. All staff are trained in childcare, first aid and emergency procedures. Each of them knows the importance of being a friend, a teacher and a positive role model
At Camp Misquah, safety is always first! Whether on the waterfront, on outtrip, or in a cabin, our staff are trained to ensure a positive experience for everyone. As an accredited member of the Ontario Camping Association, Camp Misquah meets or exceeds stringent safety standards set by both organizations.
Campers are always supervised by qualified camp staff with a ratio of one staff to 1-2 campers at all times, qualified lifeguards work on the waterfront and highly trained Senior Staff are always around to support our staff as needed. In case of illness or emergency, three nurses reside at camp at all times and a doctor as well as a Nurse Practitioner are on call. Our kitchen provides three nutritious meals each day in accordance with the Canada Food Guide. We strive to provide a physically and emotionally safe atmosphere for all at camp, staff and participants alike. Working at camp is not only a fun, but an extremely rewarding and impactful way to spend your summer and will afford you memories to last a lifetime.
Camp Misquah is a staff committed to ensuring participants and campers have an experience of a lifetime. We want campers and participants to feel safe, supported, and most of all, at home with the Misquah Family.
All Camp Misquah Staff possess:
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
A clear Vulnerable Sectors criminal reference check
Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Training
Full Lifeguarding Certifications if working on the Waterfront
Workplace Hazardous Materials Certification
We are looking for people are are:
Fun
Energetic
Detail-oriented
Caring
Enthusiastic
Community-minded