Junior Camp Coach

OBJECTIVE:

The Junior Camp Coach will be responsible for assisting with camp operations and supporting the technical delivery of camps programming at various Lower Mainland locations for youth players aged 7 to 14 who possess a wide array of skills and experiences. 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Culture & Leadership

·       Champion Safe Sport practices and work closely with the camps coaching team to foster a positive and enriching learning environment for all camp participants

·       Drive the culture of the club and protect the integrity of club’s core values and cornerstones

·       Work in a professional, positive and supportive manner with peers and as part of a coaching team

2. General Duties

·       Support the delivery of camp programming to a professional standard

·       Adhere to policies and standards outlined in the Camp Coach Handbook.

·       Attend and participate in daily on-site briefings with coaching staff pre and post sessions

·       Work with the Camp Manger to ensure that player rosters and groupings are planned for prior to the start of each camp day

·       Work with coaches on documenting group changes and listing participation awards

·       Monitor and frequently check the camp site to ensure that it is presented professionally and safe for participants and coaches

 3. Camp Equipment & Presentation

·       Assist with the daily set up and take down of all camp stations and training areas

·       Assist with the distribution of camp t-shirts and giveaway items

·       Assist with the set-up and take down of camp equipment such as tents, flags, tables, signage, etc.

  4. Camp Safety & Supervision

·       Review the EAP for each camp location and ensure understanding of the emergency action plan and the location of a stocked first aid kit

·       Immediately report any Safe Sport, or other, incidents to the Camp Manager/Head Coach

·       Educate players about basic safety protocols and ensure that players are held accountable for any breaches

·       Ensure the safety and well-being of all players and provide due care and supervision of all players during sessions.

·       Ensure the safety and well-being of players

·       Supervise players during snack break

·       Follow Rule of 2 during washroom breaks

·       Ensure player safety by conducting field assessments throughout the camp day

  5. Camp Delivery & Coaching

·       Lead Check-in and Check-out of camp participants each day.

·       Manage technology, supplies and all administrative elements of the camp

·       Work with coaches on documenting group changes and listing participation awards

·       Review session plans and curriculum ahead of each camp day and support the delivery of the set curriculum and session plans as prescribed

·       Manage time efficiently and follow the timing of groups/stations/activities and rotations

·       Adhere to the club’s coaching philosophy and delivery standards

·       Serve as a positive role model for sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork.

·       Deliver clear, enthusiastic, and age-appropriate communication.

·       Utilize coaching methods and strategies to ensure age/stage appropriateness

·       Work to build a positive and trusting rapport with all camp participants

·       Provide camp participants with constructive feedback and instructions.

·       Create a fun, inclusive, and encouraging environment for camp participants

6. Member Services

·       Serve as the point of contact at the camp headquarters tent for inquiries and feedback from camp participants

·       Assist with the integration of special guest appearances and visits made by club employees to camp site.

Qualifications/Experience:

In addition to bringing a commitment to Vancouver Whitecaps FC vision and values, the ideal candidate will require degrees of demonstrated experience as follows:

• 1+ years of experience in a camp/academy setting or  equivalent recreation programming
• Minimum Soccer For Life
• A passion and enthusiasm for working with children and youth from all backgrounds and skill levels
• Willing to complete WFC/NCCP Safe Sport Training requirements
• Ability to pass an enhanced criminal background check

The Club

Vancouver Whitecaps FC is the longest-running professional soccer club in Canada and the United States. Since its inaugural season in 1974, the club has united generations of loyal fans in British Columbia and beyond. With academies in eight out of ten provinces, a network of partner clubs, and hundreds of camps and clinics every year, Whitecaps FC provide a foundation for Canada’s soccer future.

In addition to building a winning team on and off the pitch, the Club places great importance in giving back to our community, harnessing the power of sport to create a stronger, more equitable & inclusive society through three key community goals: helping meet critical needs, using soccer to build life skills and creating soccer participation opportunities in Indigenous communities.

Vancouver Whitecaps FC believes that diversity and inclusion is critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. This includes but is not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People & Culture department.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No recruiters or agencies, please.