Volunteers

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES


Share your time and talent! Camp Manitou is operated by volunteers.

Camp Manitou Bay of Islands Inc. is a not-for-profit corporation operated by a volunteer board of directors. An experienced volunteer Camp Director is responsible for each week of summer programming. The Board has three standing committees that oversee operation of Program, Kitchen and Facilities. There are different volunteer opportunities for both administrative and hands-on in-camp activities as described below.

If you are interested in Volunteering at Camp Manitou as a Counselor, Cook, Cooks Assistant, or Assistant Manager, please complete the appropriate Application/Medical On Line Form below. This form will be sent to the “Volunteer Coordinator”, Rudi Smith who will forward it to all camps you have indicated you would like to volunteer at.

Volunteering at Manitou is a rewarding experience because of the beautiful location, the friendships developed with other volunteers and most of all, seeing the smiles on the faces of the campers as they experience the majestic lakeside camp in the pines.

If you would like to help out at Camp Manitou this summer or on one of the committees, for general information contact ​campmanitouinfo@gmail.com or contact the board member or camp director of your choice.

 

VOLUNTEER SCREENING

All volunteers 18 years of age or older must complete a Criminal Background check through “My Backcheck”. If accepted as a volunteer, your Director will help you through this process.

If 18 years of age, you are a returning volunteer, and have completed a Criminal Background Check through “My Backcheck” within the last 3 years, you must complete and submit the “Criminal Background Declaration Form” below. If accepted as a volunteer, your Director will help you through this process.

DOWNLOAD – VOLUNTEER CRIMINAL BACKGROUND DECLARATION

 

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS COMMUNITY HOURS

Camp Manitou provides an excellent opportunity for High School Students to achieve their 40 hours of community involvement activity. Your supervisor will be happy to fill out the necessary forms which can be obtained from your school. There are different volunteer opportunities for hands-on in-camp activities as described below.

 

PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS

If these positions interest you contact the Director of the camp you would like to volunteer at.

CABIN COUNSELLORS are responsible for camper fun and well-being day and night for the week of camp. If you enjoy working with kids, this could be for you.

PROGRAM STAFF work with the Camp Director and Counsellors to plan and supervise the week at camp. If you are 18+ and have a special skill or activity, or if you enjoy helping out with kids actitivies in the outdoors, this could be for you.

DOWNLOAD – COUNSELOR & PROGRAM STAFF QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

HEALTH CARE PROVIDER has at minimum Canadian Red Cross Society Standard First Aid Certificate or St. John Ambulance Association Standard First Aid Certificate or equivalent and is 18 or older. Able to exercise judgment regarding the camper's/staff's need for first aid and/or follow up care beyond the limitations for the camp facilities. Available on site for the whole camp week.

DOWNLOAD – HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

LIFEGUARDS

If these positions interest you contact campmanitouinfo@gmail.com

SENIOR LIFEGUARD supervises the waterfront including safety standards and FUN. Also has a duty of care, mentorship and direct supervision of all other waterfront staff at all hours and the care and upkeep of program equipment. If you are 18+ hold a current (NLS) certificate and have two years of supervision experience.

JUNIOR LIFEGUARDS are 16 years of age with NLS certificate.

DOWNLOAD – JUNIOR LIFEGUARD QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

 

KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS

Cooks and kitchen volunteers are the core of the Manitou volunteer group. Manitou is known for its delicious home cooked non-institutional food, and the cooks inspire us all. They are hard working but have their fun and beach time also.

COOKS have a positive attitude and strong people skills, the ability to organize kitchen volunteers, high standard of cleanliness and the can prepare balanced meals, for up to 90 people. Qualifications include ability to maintain standards in the kitchen according to the provincial regulations and the health inspector’s recommendations as well as completion of a Health Unit Safe Food Handler Certification Course or equivalent. If this interests you contact campmanitouinfo@gmail.com

COOK’S ASSISTANTS will follow instruction, work under the supervision of the Cook and help with planning and preparation of meals. Completion of a Health Unit Safe Food Handler Certification Course or equivalent. If this position interest you contact the Director of the camp you would like to volunteer at.

DOWNLOAD – COOKS ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

DOWNLOAD – COOKEE CONTRACT

Food Handlers Course – The Sudbury Health unit offers this course, connect here www.sdhu.com/clinics-classes-events/food-handler-training-certification
An online version can be found here www.ingoodhands.ca

 

FACILITIES EQUIPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION VOLUNTEERS

If any of these positions interest you contact campmanitouinfo@gmail.com

FACILITY volunteers help with maintenance, building projects and transporting campers, luggage and food. If you like working hard, driving tractors and boats and are handy, this may interest you.

CAMP MANAGERS are volunteers who have a sound knowledge of propane, water pumps and tractor operation, an ability to do repairs to equipment, plumbing and buildings, have training in the use of camp fire equipment and possess a very positive attitude and strong people skills. Will hold a valid Pleasure Craft Operator card, a valid G class driver’s license, a valid Operation of Small Drinking Water Systems certificate.

CAMP MANAGER ASSISTANTS assist the Camp Manager in the safe and efficient operation of camp facilities. They will hold a valid Pleasure Craft Operator card, they will have training in the use of camp fire equipment and possess a very positive attitude and strong people skills.

DOWNLOAD – ASSISTANT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

DOWNLOAD – ASSISTANT MANAGER CONTRACT

WORK CAMP volunteers are needed particularly at the beginning and end of the camping season.

 

Camp Manitou Board of Directors

Are you interested in volunteering your time in Camp Manitou’s Board of Directors?  We are always looking for energetic people with a variety of backgrounds to apply to our Board of Directors. If this is something you are interested in, please contact the director of the camp you would like to volunteer at or reach out to a member of Camp Manitou's Board of Directors.

Board of Directors Application Form

If you are interested in Volunteering at Camp Manitou as a Counselor, Cooks Assistant, or Assistant Manager, please complete & submit the appropriate form below.

NOTE: All Camp Manitou volunteers 18 years of age or older, must provide complete a Criminal Background Check through My Backcheck. If accepted as a volunteer, your Director will guide you through this process.

 

Please see the section “Volunteer Screening” under “Volunteers” on our website for more information.

Name *
Address *
City *
Prov *
P Code *
Home Phone (+ area code) *
Birthdate
Email *
Grade completed as of June if student

Position(s) applied for and Name(s) of Camp(s): eg: Position: Counselor    Camp: Jr Girls

Position
Camp
Do you have any previous camping experience?
Yes
No
If yes, please describe
Do you have any related work/volunteer experience?
Yes
No
If yes, please describe
What qualities do you feel you have that would help make you a good volunteer?
Swimming Ability: (please provide level achieved if any):
Strong
Intermediate
Weak
Level Achieved
Do you have hobbies/interests/talents that you could share as a volunteer?
Yes
No
If yes, describe
Why would you like to be a volunteer at Camp Manitou?

VOLUNTEER SCREENING

I understand that if I am 18 years of age or older I must complete a “Vulnerable Sector Check” through “My Backcheck”. (Your Camp Director will provide you with more information if you are accepted)
YES (Please Check if 18 years of age or older as of July 1st)


For more information please see the section “Volunteer Screening” under “Volunteers” on our website.

REFERENCES

List 2 people who are not related, who would be willing to provide a reference for you

Name
Name
Relationship to you
Relationship to you
Phone Number
Phone Number
Back Next Save Progress

Medical Information

Ontario Health Number *
Drug Plan Name
Family Doctor *
Date of last tetanus shot *
Drug Plan Number
Phone *

Person to be contacted in case of an emergency

Name
Home Phone
Relationship to you
Work Phone

Alternate Contact

Name
Home Phone
Relationship to you
Work Phone

Please note: If contact person will not be at home during the week that you are at camp please be sure to have the name and number where they can be contacted.

Allergies or Susceptibilities

Foods
Medicines
Insect Bites
Poison Ivy
Other
Reactions
Reactions
Reactions
Reactions
Reactions
Check any of the following that apply to you.
Frequent headaches
Menstrual cramps
Fainting spells
Chronic ear infections
Visual or hearing disorders
Anaphylactic reactions
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Heart defects
Sleep walking
Bed wetting
Trouble sleeping
Attention deficit disorders
Developmental disabilities
Nose bleeds
Asthma or other breathing disorders
List any other disorders, physical or otherwise which may prevent you from performing your duties
Are there any concerns that your supervisor should be aware of?
Do you expect to be taking prescribed medication at camp?*
YES
NO
Comment
Swimming Ability (weak/strong)

CAMPER'S APPLICATION

To the best of my knowledge I am in good health. I am capable of participating in a vigorous and demanding camp program and performing my duties. I understand that while every care and attention will be given to my health, safety, and comfort, neither the Camp Directors nor Camp Manitou Bay of Islands can be held responsible for any accident that may occur. Should emergency medical care be required, I hereby authorize my supervisor or the camp health care provider to secure such medical advice and services as deemed necessary for my health and welfare. I agree to accept financial responsibility for costs in excess of the benefits allowed under the Ontario Hospital and Camp Insurance plans. I give full permission for the use of my or my minor child’s photograph, electronic and video image by Camp Manitou for promotional use in the media or on Manitou publications or website. (If you disagree, simply strike out this portion of the form). As the parent/guardian of the above named volunteer, I give my permission for him/her to participate in overnight out trips which will include camping away from main camp.*
I agree (Consent of Volunteer)
Date
Consent/Name of Parent or Guardian if Volunteer is under 18 years of age
I agree (Consent of Volunteer)
Submit Registration
Back Next Save Progress

If you do not receive an email confirmation, please check your junk folder.