Aquatics Staff
Willowgrove is a land-based, not-for-profit organization known for our focus on outdoor experiences for people of all ages. Since 1968, Willowgrove has offered camping, outdoor education, and recreation programs year-round to our community and beyond.
Willowgrove is rooted in Mennonite values which celebrate diversity while fostering justice, service, and reconciliation in our communities. In pursuit of this mission, Willowgrove is committed to:
● Nurturing Growth: We facilitate physical, emotional, spiritual, and social development.
● Welcoming Community: We embrace diverse relationships, accountability, acceptance, and belonging.
● Building Peace: We champion justice, hope and healing.
● Honouring Land: We participate in conservation, sustainability, reconciliation and conversation.
● Cultivating Learning: We encourage inquiry, discovery and transformational education.
Job Description:
The Willowgrove Aquatics staff are responsible for the safety and program delivery of waterfront activities in our swimming and canoeing/kayaking programs. Each camper participates in daily swimming lessons in one of our two pools. Aquatic staff are also responsible for assisting with first aid for campers and staff if needed.
Employment Dates:
Camp Weeks
Week 1: June 30 - July 4
Week 2: July 7 – 11
Week 3: July 14 - 18
Week 4: July 21 - 25
Week 5: July 28 - Aug 1
Week 6: August 5 - 8
Week 7: August 11 - 15
Week 8: August 18 - 22
Training/Prep
Start Date: June 7
Staff Training: June 7, 8, 21, 22
June 27 - Specialty Training
Aquatic staff must work a minimum
of 6 out of 8 camp weeks.
Staff are expected to work all 5 days of each session.
All staff training dates are mandatory unless other arrangements have been made with the Camp Manager.
Position Requirements:
● Aquatic staff must be age 16 by the end of the year
● Holds current certifications in National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid + CPR-C, Lifesaving Society Swim Instructors
● Ability to communicate and work as a member of a team
● Mental Health First Aid (not required but strongly recommended)
● Clean vulnerable sector police record check
