Summer Camp Youth Leader

About Us

Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province's Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable natural resource management as we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.

The Shubenacadie Wildlife Park is one of Nova Scotia’s top tourist destinations and has attracted millions of visitors over the past 70 years. The 331-hectare park has enchanted Nova Scotians and visitors alike and provides a wide range of outdoor recreational and educational opportunities.

About Our Opportunity

We are seeking two (2) summer students to work primarily as Chaperones.

Chaperones: The Wildlife Park is scheduling six one-week long summer camps throughout the summer with an option for additional day camps.

Primary Accountabilities

The leaders work in pairs and are responsible for:

• ensure the health and safety of the youth attending camp
• facilitate any special needs as identified by parents and guardians
• ensure that the youth get to each planned activity
• ensure youth take appropriate precautions for the weather
• ensure students are only collected by authorized person at the end of each day
• Any other duty assigned.

Education. The leaders will deliver some educational programming to the youth, under the direction of the Supervisor of Visitor Experience and other park staff. They will facilitate other park staff, other government employees and outside partners to deliver educational experiences to the youth in the park. Most of the programming will be prepared, though leaders can expect to develop some activities. They will also assist with guided tours of the park provided to school groups in June.

Additional duties may be assigned for short periods, including assisting with the gift shop, general cleaning, taking admissions and assisting other staff.  

Qualifications and Experience

You have a minimum Grade ten education and are a high school, college or university student who is returning to study in the Fall of 2025.

You are well organized and capable of working in a team environment and/or independently. You must be a self-starter and able to work with minimum supervision while demonstrating good judgment. You should also have experience with basic cashier skills and customer service. You have assisted with or run day/summer camps in a previous role. You have experience with point-of-sale systems. 

As the park operates seven (7) days a week, flexibility to work shifts that include longer days and some weekends is also required. A clear criminal background, vulnerable sector and child abuse registry check is required. Previous work with youth groups, WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) training, a Standard/Intermediate First Aid Certificate and a Class 5 driver’s licence would be assets.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Additional Information

These are summer student positions. Your rate of pay is established based on your current academic level. Proof of academic enrollment may be required. The summer student term is expected to run from May 18, 2025 to August 31, 2025.