About Closer To Home Community Services

Closer to Home Community Services (CTH) is a non-profit organization located in Alberta since 1995. CTH provides a wide range of services designed to meet the unique needs of children, youth and families.

About the Position:   This is a Full-Time Temporary position, mid June to end of August (approximately 10 weeks). The Camp Coordinator plays a key role in planning and implementing Closer to Home’s Summer in the City (SITC) program for youth ages 7-12.

Responsibilities:

• Training and managing Summer Camp Leaders and Volunteers
• Planning registration and program curriculum
• Coordinating field trips and securing donations
• Completing the end of Summer in the City report and assisting with evaluation of the program
• Participate in staff training and workshops

Qualifications:

• This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Program (CSJP) through Employment and Social Development Canada; so all candidates must meet the eligibility criteria
• Demonstrated ability and previous experience in working with children and youth
• Supervisory experience is considered an asset
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Able to work well in a team environment
• Highly organized, adaptable and able to effectively manage multiple priorities at one time
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Culturally competent and able to conduct yourself in a respectful manner, encouraging of the cultural/spiritual beliefs and practices of others
• A Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and an Intervention Record Check must be completed prior to commencement. Any convictions or records should be disclosed before hire
• Current First Aid Level C from an Alberta OHS Approved agency
• This position requires travel to and from locations around the city. We ask that the successful candidate have a driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Experience working in a non-profit setting is considered an asset

Required Competencies:  All positions at Closer to Home Community Services require (5) competencies: Instills Trust, Consumer Focus, Communicates Effectively, Situational Adaptability and Ensures Accountability.

Closing Date: April 22, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information on our organization, please visit our website at www.closertohome.com.

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity and truth, we honour and acknowledge that we are gathered on the ancestral lands of the Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot Confederacy), which is comprised of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani and Amskapi Piikani Nations, and the shared territories of the Tsuut’ina Nation and Iyarhe Nakoda Nations, all of whom are the original signatories of the Blackfoot Treaty #7 in Southern Alberta. We also recognize Mohkinstsis (Calgary) as a home to members of the Metis Settlements and communities within Alberta.