Current Job Postings:

Environmental Program Assistant (Camp Counsellor)
Allan Brooks Nature Centre – Vernon, BC
Wage: $19.50 per hour plus 4% vacation pay
Temporary Full-Time Summer Position

Important Eligibility Information
This opportunity is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program and is open only to youth between
the ages of 15 and 30 who meet the eligibility requirements outlined under Program Terms at the bottom of
this posting. Please review the eligibility requirements carefully before applying.

About the Role
The Environmental Program Assistant (Camp Counsellor) plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Allan
Brooks Nature Centre (ABNC). This position involves designing, developing, and delivering on-site
environmental education programs and summer camps for children and or youth, seniors and special interest
groups. Acting as a key liaison between ABNC and its visitors, the Camp Counsellor ensures meaningful and
engaging experiences that connect participants to the unique ecology of the Okanagan region.

Key Responsibilities
Program and Camp Development:
● Design, develop and implement new nature-based programs tailored to schools, community groups,
and general visitors
● Create daily schedules and develop activities for Nature Summer Camps (running Tuesday to Friday)
● Supervise participants to ensure a safe, fun and engaging camp environment
Program Delivery and Interpretation:
● Research and share information about Okanagan flora, fauna, and ecosystems
● Lead both school group programs and summer camps, providing hands-on learning experiences
● Facilitate interpretive programs for individuals and groups, offering guided tours, birthday parties and
presentations that foster ecological and cultural awareness

Visitor Engagement:
● Greet and interact with visitors to create positive, enthusiastic learning experiences
● Support the development of interpretive displays and ensure they align with educational goals

Animal Care:
● Provide (as and when required) care for ABNC’s ambassador animals, including a snake, turtle, spider,
bees, and other species

Collaboration and Community Experience:
● Work closely with staff and volunteers to deliver a high-quality visitor experience
● Contribute to the creation of a welcoming and educational environment for the public
● Additional related tasks in and around the Centre as required
This position offers the opportunity to inspire individuals of all ages and backgrounds through environmental
education and interpretation while fostering a deeper connection to the natural world in the Okanagan.
We welcome applications from underrepresented groups including Indigenous youth, racialized and visible
minority youth, LGBTQ2S+ youth, newcomers to Canada, youth with limited or no previous work experience,
and persons with disabilities.

Program Terms
To be eligible for this Canada Summer Jobs funded position, applicants must:
a) be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
b) be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred
under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;
c) have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) at the start of employment; and
d) be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with applicable provincial and federal legislation
and regulations.

Please note: International students and individuals on temporary study permits, work permits, visitor visas, or
youth visas are not eligible under Canada Summer Jobs program requirements.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If interested please send your resumé and covering letter to David Lilly at david_lilly@abnc.ca