JOB TITLE                           Out-Trip & Leadership Director

JOB TYPE                            Seasonal Summer Camp Position

REPORTS TO                      Camp Coordinator

SALARY                              Starting at $168/day

CLOSING DATE                   Position will remain open until filled

START | END DATE             June 21, 2025 | August 22, 2025

ABOUT CAMP POTLATCH

Located on 133 acres along the picturesque shores of Howe Sound, Camp Potlatch is a rustic wilderness site that provides a natural gateway into the rugged landscape of British Columbia’s South Coast. Sandy beaches and unspoiled hiking territory create an idyllic environment to work, explore and play! Even though it is less than an hour from Vancouver, the camp is truly isolated in pristine wilderness and is only accessible by boat. Wildlife sightings include – but are not limited to – whales, seals, porpoises, bears, and bald eagles! Adventure starts here!

Camp Potlatch staff work to provide campers (children and youth ages 7-16) a fun, safe camping experience with a variety of programs including canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, archery, etc., as well as a 24-hour out-trip, either by land or by sea, where campers can sleep under the stars and help prepare their own meals. At Camp Potlatch, we believe that every kid is amazing and capable of incredible things. We recognize that it’s the relationships fostered between our campers and staff team which empower children to be their best person.

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Out-Trip & Leadership Director is responsible for the entire Out-Trip Program at Camp Potlatch. Each cabin participates in one overnight out-trip over the course of the week. Out-trips are either land (hiking/ walking) or water (canoeing) based and can either be on-site or off. The ideal candidate for this position is highly organized, responsible, and who has extensive out-tripping/camping experience in backcountry locations. The Director maintains, organizes, and distributes gear for each trip. They are responsible for training all Cabin Leaders to facilitate safe, fun, and impactful out-tripping experiences for kids. They are expected to debrief trip experiences with Cabin Leaders and provide consistent feedback.

Other duties include repairing equipment, reporting lost/damaged equipment, coordinating meals/food packing with the kitchen, and positively contributing to the greater camp community.

The Out-Trip & Leadership Director is expected to provide support to campers and staff in cabins and areas as required, as well as to participate in all camp-wide activities.

This role also provides direct support, supervision, guidance, and evaluation to the Camp Potlatch’s Leadership Programs. This includes assisting with group dynamics, trip planning, and meal preparation. They are expected to provide consistent feedback to the Leadership Camp Staff and to schedule daily check-ins with leadership campers. The ideal candidate for this role has a strong background of working with teenagers, is a creative problem solver, and has extensive back-country trip experience. They are responsible for scheduling Leadership Camp Staff time off and will provide overnight coverage to each leadership program on occasion.

QUALIFICATIONS

•        Experience working in a Cabin Leader, Area Head, or Day Camp Leader role at an overnight summer camp or day camp
•        Post-secondary courses/training in a related field
•        Extensive wilderness out-tripping experience
•        Previous experience facilitating a variety of camp programming for youth
•        Strong organizational skills
•        Clean Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector)
•        Available to work duration of Summer contract (June 21-August 22)

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS (Must obtain before June 21)

• Wilderness First Aid
• Standard First Aid with CPR C
• National Lifeguard (NL)
• Pleasure Craft Operators
• License FOODSAFE Level 1

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS

•        Provincial Canoe/Kayak Levels
•        Clean Class 4 Driver’s License or equivalent

Please refer to the staff application guide for more details about requirements for specific positions.

https://www.bgcbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2025-Staff-Application-Guide-2025-updated.pdf.  Note, we encourage everyone to apply. Suitable applicants may be offered positions without meeting minimum qualifications if they are able and willing to obtain qualifications prior to the start of their work contract.

WORKING AT CAMP POTLATCH

• ·       A summer living and working on the ocean! Meals and accommodation provided, transportation (pick up and drop off from downtown Vancouver). Every other weekend off (flexibility with schedule required)
• ·       Paid training and potential to apply and work in other positions and programs at BGC after summer
• ·       Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential short-term counselling, online resources and information including support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing.
• ·       Up to 2 paid sick days following 30 days of employment, and paid birthday off (June through August).

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Juliana Benoit, summer@bgcbc.ca. Thank you in advance to all persons who apply for this position. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

As it connects to our organizational core values, BGC encourages staff to show up as their best selves, including mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.