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Westside Recreation is currently recruiting for a Summer Day Camp Behavioural Specialist Supervisor in a seasonal-temporary position (June- August). This is an exciting, handson supervisory role, responsible for quality and inclusive care in a safe environment for children 4-15 years of age, by supporting, mentoring and guiding leaders and campers in their Day Camp experiences. Supervision and implementation of behavioural programming for children 4 to 15 years of age. Behaviour guidance and management of campers Develop and input behaviour strategies and processes for leaders and campers Assess challenging situations and provide supportive solutions to enhance experiences Actively engage and coparticipate with for participants needing extra attention in a oneonone setting Ensure health, safety and wellbeing of children and staff is met Develop relationships with all leaders and campers to ensure exceptional experiences are consistent throughout the weeks of care Administrative Primary liaison between the parents, participants and staff in the form of meetings, updates and procedural follow through Daily reporting to supervisor Work towards creating a safe, comfortable camp culture with an antibullying program Lead and train day camp staff on Child Guidance policies & procedures Assist with the creation of behaviour policies, contracts and incentive programs Assist with senior coverage & supervision of day camps and programs when required First Aid and CPR Complete Incident Report, behavioural tracking and minor incident Forms as required Maintain activity areas to Westside and AHS Health and Safety standards Skills Required Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment Ability to work within a multiage group setting Excellent problemsolving skills Physical/Psychological Demands Ability to work in a fastpaced and dynamic environment Ability to lift 20-25 lbs The successful candidate must hold high ethical standards, due to working with the vulnerable population and access to sensitive and confidential information Employment Term Summer 2026: June- August This position is fulltimeseasonal, Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. Hours may vary based on needs of Day Camps. Requirements To be considered for this position, candidate must meet the following requirements: Must be available for mandatory training in June (Times vary- daytime, evening & weekends required for training dates) Must have current Alberta Approved First Aid training agency - CSA Standard Z1210-17 Intermediate First Aid and must be valid through to August 31, 2026 Successful applicant must have a clear Vulnerable Sector Search completed at their own cost All applicants must be a minimum 18 years of age Experience and Qualifications Postsecondary education (or currently enrolled in); Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker, Social Worker, Developmental Support, Educational Assistant, Behavioral Science, Recreation and Leisure and/or training in the fields of psychology and experience (working with children with differing abilities and diagnosis preferred). 3+ years of experience in working with children in a recreation day camp setting or equivalent Relevant certifications (High 5- PHCD, Brain Story) is considered an asset Early childhood education (ECE Level 1 to 3) & similar certifications is considered an asset This position may be funded by the Government of Canada- Summer Job Grant program. Grant eligibility requires the successful candidate to be between the ages of 15Y 30Y and legally entitled to work in Canada. International students are not eligible. CLOSING DATE: May 1, 2026 Interviews will begin prior to closing date. #J-18808-Ljbffr