SUMMER EMPLOYMENT 2023: Basketball Cape Breton – Sport & Recreation Counsellor

  • Location: Sydney, NS
  • Deadline: May 5, 2023 at 11:59 pm

SPORT AND RECREATION COUNSELLOR – BASKETBALL CAPE BRETON

Basketball Cape Breton is looking to build an enthusiastic core of staff to lead and support its 2023 spring
and summer programming, working together to grow the game of basketball on Cape Breton Island.
These roles will provide students with the opportunity to give back to their community, impact youth
through sport, gain valuable work experience and access mentorship and training opportunities to
develop as leaders. While these positions run from May to August 2023, part-time or hourly work may be
available following the spring/summer term.

Position Title: Sport and Recreation Counsellor
Hours: 35 hours/week – 16 weeks (maximum) – combination of daytime, evening, and some weekend
work required
Pay: $16/hour
Start Date: May 2023 (flexible)
Job Location: This position will be primarily based at Cape Breton University (1250 Grand Lake Rd) and
will include work in the broader Cape Breton Island community with some requirement to work remotely
for program planning and administration.

ROLE DESCRIPTION
These exciting positions provide successful candidates with the opportunity to lead on-court activities for
Basketball Cape Breton summer programs. Reporting to a day-to-day program leader, Counsellors will
develop program planning and leadership skills in working together to develop and execute program
plans that are age and stage appropriate for participants, creating a positive, inclusive sport environment
across all BCB initiatives. Successful candidates will be supported with mentorship and development
opportunities and will receive training through nationally recognized sport leadership programs with
partners such as Canada Basketball and Jumpstart.

RESPONSIBILITIES
● Coach on-court basketball sessions and lead youth engagement activities during summer
programs such as camps, leagues, and clinics, creating an inclusive and positive environment for
participants.
● Collaborate with Sports & Recreation Leader to build and execute program plans that develop
age-appropriate basketball skills using best practices from Canada Basketball and Basketball
Nova Scotia.
● Use creativity and communication skills to make youth programs engaging, interactive, and fun.
● Assist with the coordination of logistics including registration and set-up / tear-down of courts,
classrooms, and equipment.
● Represent Basketball Cape Breton at summer programs and in the community.
● Support the development and implementation of new programs to reach underserved youth on
Cape Breton Island.

QUALIFICATIONS
● Knowledge of basketball fundamentals.
● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
● Experience working with children and youth in a coaching capacity is considered an asset.
● Beginning or returning to full-time studies in a university/college program for Fall 2023 may be
considered an asset, in addition to the ability to receive university/college course credit for the
role.

ABOUT BASKETBALL CAPE BRETON
Basketball Cape Breton (BCB) is a local non-profit organization working to grow the sport of basketball on
Cape Breton Island. BCB is committed to making the game of basketball more inclusive, providing
opportunities for youth to learn and grow through sport, and reducing barriers to participation. BCB is a
growing community sport organization and is a member of Basketball Nova Scotia and Canada
Basketball.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Basketball Cape Breton is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants to apply.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team
member feels valued, respected, and supported, and the opportunity to reach their full potential. This
opportunity was made possible thanks to funding from the Province of Nova Scotia.

CONTACT
For inquiries or to submit an application by the May 5th 11:59PM deadline, email
jobs@basketballcapebreton.com. If you are interested in more than one of the available Basketball Cape
Breton positions, please indicate this in your application.
Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview