About Closer To Home Community Services

About Us: 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. Be a part of an innovative team that envisions a world where “every child is thriving within supportive family and community relationships”. Join in our mission to facilitate growth and belonging in communities of meaningful relationships and where our integrity is grounded in evidence-based practice authentically informed by, and connected to, diverse cultural wisdom. Together, we will journey with children and families to uncover strength, hope and healing, creating new possibilities for a brighter future.

About the Position: This is a Full-Time Temporary position, mid June to end of August (approximately 10 weeks). The Camp Leader will work closely with the team at our North Central Family Resource Network and the Camp Coordinator in planning and implementing the activities of Closer to Home's Summer in the City (SITC) program for youth ages 7-12.

This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Program (CSJP) through Employment and Social Development Canada; so all candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Be between the ages of 15 and 30 years
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee
• Have all compliance documentation required by Closer to Home from the last 6 months
• • Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License
  • First Aid CPR Level C
  • Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
  • Intervention Record Check

Responsibilities:

• Leading and facilitating daily programming and recreational activities, ensuring active engagement and a positive experience for all youth participants.
• Supervising and safeguarding children during on-site programming and off-site field trips, maintaining a high standard of safety and group oversight.
• Managing behavioral challenges and crisis situations using proactive conflict resolution techniques to maintain a supportive environment.
• Collaborating effectively with the Camp Coordinator, fellow leaders, and youth volunteers to ensure seamless program delivery.
• Participating in professional development through ongoing staff training and workshops to enhance leadership and mentorship skills.
• Support program evaluation by providing feedback and assisting with assessments to improve future camp initiatives.

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
• 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 24, 2026

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.