Assiniboine Park Camp Crew

Organization Details
Organization Name: Assiniboine Park and Zoo
Address: 54 Zoo Drive
Winnipeg MB  R3P 2N6
Website: http://www.assiniboinepark.ca/events/zoolights/volunteer
Organizational Description: Assiniboine Park Conservancy (Assiniboine Park and Zoo) is a team of dedicated staff and volunteers who employ visionary leadership and best practices that protect, nurture and enhance Assiniboine Park and Assinibone Park Zoo to provide extraordinary visitor experiences for present and future generations.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 1351
   
Description of Duties:

Camp Crew Volunteers are 14 to 18 years old whose main role is to support the Camp Counselors in their daily camp activities throughout the Zoo and Park. Camps run Monday to Friday every week of the summer. Volunteers will greet the campers (5 -12 years) at the start of camp, play games, organize crafts materials, befriend campers while exploring the zoo and park. Camp Crew Volunteers set a positive example and foster an appreciation of nature.

   
Skills Required:

Loves children, nature and animals.
High energy and lots of patience.
Ability to follow directions and anticipate the needs of the campers and counselors.

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Ability to work with children 5 to 12 years of age.
Understanding of recreation and education programming.
Related careers:
Education
Phys Ed
Recreation Director
Day Care

   
Age: 13-15, 16-17
Time Commitment:
Daytime

Camp Crew must commit to a minimum of two x 40 hour weeks during the summer. Shifts run from Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 4:30pm.

Opportunities are also available throughout the year for In-Service day camps and Spring Break Camps

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Uses a mobility device
French speaking / Bilingual (French and English)
Organization will provide: Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply:
Closing Date: May 31, 2025