CTS Youth Society – Summer Camp Volunteers
Peer Leader Program
Our Peer Leader Program equips CTS youth members (age 15-18) with training to become volunteer Peer Leaders. Peer Leaders are trained in leadership, program development, outdoor recreation and outdoor safety to plan and lead camp excursions in Metro Vancouver’s Regional Parks (with support from experienced Camp Supervisors). A great way to have fun while boosting your career and academic resume, volunteer Peer Leaders make our “for youth, by youth” programs the best they can be! Applications open Monday, April 3rd 2023.
What will Peer Leader participants do?
- Participate in Peer Leader Training, CTS Bootcamp, and In-Park training to learn about outdoor education, outdoor safety and hone your camping skills
- Inspire, plan, and deliver camp program activities (with support from trained Camp Counsellors)
- Organize and execute menu plans for overnight camps
- Collaborate with other Peer Leaders in a team environment
- Practice mentorship to CTS Youth participants
- Lead in one or more camp locations throughout the summer
What’s in it for me?
- Volunteer service hours (for school or other service programs)
- Exposure to career and community opportunities
- Lifelong skills such as meal prep, cooking, scheduling, time management, program development and facilitation, outdoor recreation, leadership, and camping skills
- Gain confidence and progress in your personal development
- A reference letter and certificate of completion at the end of the summer, should you meet the requirements
- An invite to the Peer Leader Jamboree in August
- A head start to becoming a paid CTS Camp Supervisor in the future
- A shot at the “Stellar’s Jay Award,” an annual excellence award that commemorates those leaders that go above and beyond what is required of them
CTS Youth Society | For Youth, By Youth
Parkgate Society – Volunteer Opportunities
If you would like to volunteer at any of these programs, please contact Christina at cthai@parkgatesociety.ca with the dates and program name that you’re interested in.
Seniors Programs
| Tues Ongoing @9:45am: Preparing coffee, tea and refreshments Tues Ongoing @3-4pm: Kitchen clean-up Thurs Ongoing @9:45am: Preparing coffee, tea and refreshments Fris Ongoing @10:30am-3pm: My Parkgate BREAK Dementia Program *Urgently Seeking* This position has specific volunteer requirements, please get in touch for more info. |
Childcare Programs
* Mons Ongoing @8am-5pm: Infant/Toddler Program support
* Tues Ongoing @8am-5pm: Infant/Toddler Program support
* Weds Ongoing @8am-5pm: Infant/Toddler Program support
* Thurs Ongoing @8am-5pm: Infant/Toddler Program support
* Fris Ongoing @8am-5pm: Infant/Toddler Program support
Hours are super flexible and can vary from 2+ hours to fit schedules.
** Must enjoy spending time with toddlers, and are NOT responsible for diaper changes/toileting. **
Sports & More
Tues, Mar 28 to May 2 @4PM-4:45PM: Soccer 4-6yrs & 6-9yrs
Tues, Mar 28 to May 2 @5PM-6PM: Soccer 4-6yrs & 6-9yrs
*Volunteering with Taura
Weds, Mar 29 to May 3 @3:45pm-4:45pm: Basketball 5-8yrs & 9-12yrs
Weds, Mar 29 to May 3 @5PM-6PM: Basketball 5-8yrs & 9-12yrs
*Volunteering with Nicola & Aiden
Thurs, Apr 6 to May 4 @4:30pm-6:30pm: Budding Chefs 9-12yrs
Sats, Apr 15 to May 13 @10am-12pm: Budding Chefs 9-12yrs
*Volunteering with Colline & Steven
Arts & Crafts
Youth Art Studio Programs
Mons, May 29 to Jun 26 @3:30pm-5pm: Drawing & Watercolour 6-12yrs
Weds, Apr 5 to Apr 26 @9:45am-10:45am: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Weds, Apr 5 to Apr 26 @11:15am-12:15pm: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Weds, Apr 5 to May 10 @3:30pm-5pm: Creative & Expressive Art Exploration 6-12yrs
Weds, May 3 to May 31 @9:45am-10:45am: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Weds, May 3 to May 31 @11:15am-12:15pm: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Weds, May 17 to Jun 28 @3:30pm-5pm: Creative & Expressive Art Exploration 6-12yrs
Weds, Jun 7 to Jun 28 @9:45am-10:45am: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Weds, Jun 7 to Jun 28 @11:15am-12:15pm: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Sats, Apr 15 to May 20 @2:30pm-3:30pm: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Sats, May 27 to Jun 24 @2:30pm-3:30pm: Art Exploration Parent Participation 2-5yrs
Youth Clay Studio Programs:
Tues, May 16 to Jun 27 @4pm-5:30pm: Kids & Clay 6-8yrs
* Weds, Mar 29 to May 10 @4pm-5:30pm: Kids & Clay 8-12yrs
Weds, May 17 to Jun 28 @4pm-5:30pm: Kids & Clay 8-12yrs
Thurs, Mar 30 to May 11 @5:30pm-7pm: Pottery Club 12-18yrs
Thurs, Mar 30 to May 11 @7:15pm-8:45pm: Pottery Club 12-18yrs
Thurs, Mar 30 to May 11 @3:45pm-5pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Thurs, May 18 to Jun 29 @5:30pm-7pm: Pottery Club 12-18yrs
Thurs, May 18 to Jun 29 @7:15pm-8:45pm: Pottery Club 12-18yrs
Thurs, May 18 to Jun 29 @3:45pm-5pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Fris, Mar 31 to May 12 @3:30pm-4:45pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Fris, Mar 31 to May 12 @5:15pm-6:30pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Fris, May 19 to Jun 30 @3:30pm-4:45pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Fris, May 19 to Jun 30 @5:15pm-6:30pm: Pottery Family 5yrs+
Special Events
Sats, Apr 1 One-Time @5:30pm-10:30pm: Parkgate Society Preteen Dance Support
Sats, Apr 29 One-Time @5:30pm-10:30pm: Parkgate Society Preteen Dance Support
Sats, May 27 One-Time @5:30pm-10:30pm: Parkgate Society Preteen Dance Support
Summer Day Camps
We will be announcing the Parkgate Summer Day Camps schedule soon!
In the meantime, if you would like to volunteer with us again for Summer Day Camps 2023, please submit an application via the link below:
https://form-can.keela.co/summer-2023-volunteer-application
JIBC – Law Enforcement Studies Career Fair – March 20
JIBC is hosting a law enforcement career fair on Monday, March 20th from 11am to 2pm – during spring break. Learn more about a career in law enforcement from employers including representatives from the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency, Vancouver, Surrey, Delta, New West Police, BC Corrections & Probation, BC Sheriff Service, Surrey Crime Prevention Society, E-Comm 911, private security companies and more. Parking is free at their New West campus, space is limited.
Follow this link to reserve a spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/law-enforcement-studies-career-fair-tickets-560725704677
Sports Leadership Program
Attention students interested in our Sport Leaderships, Education, and Development (SLED) Program at our North Van facility. If you need any further information on our SLED Program, please do not hesitate to contact me.
SLED Program Details
The SLED Program is a minimum 35 hour volunteer program and broken down into a number of different workshops:
- Two 6 hour workshops (hosted on Saturdays)
- One 5 hour online learning module to be done at your own pace
- 20 hours of practical “on-the-floor” work experience
The curriculum supports youth in their understanding of how they can influence others and how to support others in their learning.
Application Applicants should make sure they are able to attend both Saturday in-person training sessions that are listed online.To apply, fill out our online SLED Application Form before March 25, 2023. Successful applicants will be contacted.
We are really looking forward to welcoming your students as part of the SLED Program. The deadline to apply is March 25, 2023. Thank you,
Melissa Chipchura (she/her)
Marketing Coordinator
NVRC – Spring Break Camp Leaders
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to provide leadership for children
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- High Five Certification
Preference will be given to candidates with previous camp experience and working in a leadership role with children in a variety of settings. All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a requirement of the position. All candidates must be prepared to work at any of our facilities. Compensation: $20.72 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.
Spring Break – Head Camp Leader
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to organize and provide leadership for children and youth activities
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and mentor other camp leaders and volunteers
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
- High Five Certification
- Previous volunteer experience working with children/youth considered an asset
Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience working in a role with children in a variety of settings such as camps, arts and crafts, dance, and sports. Applicants may also be considered for Playground Leader 1 position. All candidates are required to submit a Police Information Check as a requirement of the position. All candidates must be prepared to work at any of our facilities. Compensation: $23.79 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.
