Summer Camp Assistant
About the role
The Calgary Military Family Resource Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the support and enrichment of Canadian Forces members, Veterans, and their families.
Our Vision
Engaged and resilient Canadian military and veteran families.
Our Mission
Support and empower military and veteran families, through connection within our community.
Our Values
The Calgary MFRC is committed to the following ethical values to meet the mission:
- Service - Our military family community is at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and deliver. When we work hard, respond with urgency and act in service to others, we create a lasting and positive impact.
- Unity - Together, we are stronger. We believe that individual differences strengthen our community, and we embrace the evolving definition of family. We approach our work with a collaborative mindset and nurture relationships based on equality and inclusion.
- Impact - We care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve. We are dedicated to building resilience and constantly seeking new ways to deepen our impact. We’re empowered to make decisions that are best for the long-term health of the military family community we serve.
- Integrity - We act truthfully, operate honourably, and always do the right thing. We support and share responsibility with the members of our team, showing empathy and respect along the way. We build trust through transparency, confidentiality, and open communication.
The Summer Camp Assistant assists the Family Support Services Coordinator in overseeing Kids Camps.
Position Title: Summer Camp Assistant
Reports to: Family Support Services Coordinator
Status: Part-time
July 4-11, 2025
8:00am – 4:30pm (hours may vary from day to day depending on the activities)
Wage: $15.00 per hour
Location: 4225 Crowchild Trail SW, Calgary
Various locations in Calgary and the surrounding area.
Education/Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Great interpersonal skills and ability to get along with different types of people.
- Flexible, adaptable to change, strong problem-solving skills.
- Police Security Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check (employment is conditional upon receiving this)
- Experience supervising youth
- General knowledge of Military Family Resource Centre’s programs and broad knowledge base of military lifestyle is an asset.
- Minimum age of candidate is 18 years old.
Required Attributes
- Enjoy being around children.
- Be able to work long days with irregular hours.
- Able to spend long periods on your feet.
- Requires the ability to lift and carry up to and including 50lbs.
- Mature, positive, and responsible attitude.
Duties:
- Assist in the success of our Kids’ Camps.
- Help volunteers at our Kids’ Camps.
- Assist Family Support Services Coordinator.
- Share Calgary MFRC’s mission and vision with campers, parents and volunteers.
- Perform other tasks as requested by the Executive Director and/or Family Support Services Coordinator of the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre.
Supervision and Mentoring Plans
- The employee will be provided with an orientation to the Calgary MFRC, focusing on our Mission and Vision.
- A clear explanation of his/her specific tasks and duties will be provided along with opportunities to ask questions and receive clarification.
- The employee will review and sign a ‘code of confidentiality’ and a ‘code of ethics’ agreement.
- The employee will be supervised both directly, and indirectly, by the Family Support Services Coordinator.
- The employee will be mentored by the Family Support Services Coordinator as well as by other full-time, permanent, staff.
Health and Safety Practices in the Workplace
- The employee’s supervisor will verbally review health/safety guidelines pertaining specifically to the job.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Please tell us why you think you would be a good fit for this role.
- Tell us about your experience with children/ youth.
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-04
About Calgary Military Family Resource Centre (Southern Alberta)
Whether you're a Canadian Armed Forces member (CAF), Reservist, veteran, family member, loved one or friend, you understand and appreciate the unique challenges that make being in the military an occupation different from any other. At the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) we aim to help lessen the impact of these challenges.
We support families of CAF members within our service area of Southern Alberta, including Red Deer and south to Lethbridge. Our programs and services include prevention, support and intervention services, social activities and events, personal development workshops, family separation and reunification support, counselling, crisis intervention, child and youth programs, discounted admission passes, and more.
The MFRC is a registered chairty run by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Calgary MFRC is one of 32 MFRCs located in Canada that were created in 1991 by the Department of National Defence in conjunction with the Military Family Support Program.
Summer Camp Assistant
About the role
The Calgary Military Family Resource Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to the support and enrichment of Canadian Forces members, Veterans, and their families.
Our Vision
Engaged and resilient Canadian military and veteran families.
Our Mission
Support and empower military and veteran families, through connection within our community.
Our Values
The Calgary MFRC is committed to the following ethical values to meet the mission:
- Service - Our military family community is at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and deliver. When we work hard, respond with urgency and act in service to others, we create a lasting and positive impact.
- Unity - Together, we are stronger. We believe that individual differences strengthen our community, and we embrace the evolving definition of family. We approach our work with a collaborative mindset and nurture relationships based on equality and inclusion.
- Impact - We care deeply about the work we do and the people we serve. We are dedicated to building resilience and constantly seeking new ways to deepen our impact. We’re empowered to make decisions that are best for the long-term health of the military family community we serve.
- Integrity - We act truthfully, operate honourably, and always do the right thing. We support and share responsibility with the members of our team, showing empathy and respect along the way. We build trust through transparency, confidentiality, and open communication.
The Summer Camp Assistant assists the Family Support Services Coordinator in overseeing Kids Camps.
Position Title: Summer Camp Assistant
Reports to: Family Support Services Coordinator
Status: Part-time
July 4-11, 2025
8:00am – 4:30pm (hours may vary from day to day depending on the activities)
Wage: $15.00 per hour
Location: 4225 Crowchild Trail SW, Calgary
Various locations in Calgary and the surrounding area.
Education/Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Great interpersonal skills and ability to get along with different types of people.
- Flexible, adaptable to change, strong problem-solving skills.
- Police Security Clearance and Vulnerable Sector check (employment is conditional upon receiving this)
- Experience supervising youth
- General knowledge of Military Family Resource Centre’s programs and broad knowledge base of military lifestyle is an asset.
- Minimum age of candidate is 18 years old.
Required Attributes
- Enjoy being around children.
- Be able to work long days with irregular hours.
- Able to spend long periods on your feet.
- Requires the ability to lift and carry up to and including 50lbs.
- Mature, positive, and responsible attitude.
Duties:
- Assist in the success of our Kids’ Camps.
- Help volunteers at our Kids’ Camps.
- Assist Family Support Services Coordinator.
- Share Calgary MFRC’s mission and vision with campers, parents and volunteers.
- Perform other tasks as requested by the Executive Director and/or Family Support Services Coordinator of the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre.
Supervision and Mentoring Plans
- The employee will be provided with an orientation to the Calgary MFRC, focusing on our Mission and Vision.
- A clear explanation of his/her specific tasks and duties will be provided along with opportunities to ask questions and receive clarification.
- The employee will review and sign a ‘code of confidentiality’ and a ‘code of ethics’ agreement.
- The employee will be supervised both directly, and indirectly, by the Family Support Services Coordinator.
- The employee will be mentored by the Family Support Services Coordinator as well as by other full-time, permanent, staff.
Health and Safety Practices in the Workplace
- The employee’s supervisor will verbally review health/safety guidelines pertaining specifically to the job.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Please tell us why you think you would be a good fit for this role.
- Tell us about your experience with children/ youth.
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2025-07-04
About Calgary Military Family Resource Centre (Southern Alberta)
Whether you're a Canadian Armed Forces member (CAF), Reservist, veteran, family member, loved one or friend, you understand and appreciate the unique challenges that make being in the military an occupation different from any other. At the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) we aim to help lessen the impact of these challenges.
We support families of CAF members within our service area of Southern Alberta, including Red Deer and south to Lethbridge. Our programs and services include prevention, support and intervention services, social activities and events, personal development workshops, family separation and reunification support, counselling, crisis intervention, child and youth programs, discounted admission passes, and more.
The MFRC is a registered chairty run by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Calgary MFRC is one of 32 MFRCs located in Canada that were created in 1991 by the Department of National Defence in conjunction with the Military Family Support Program.