Summer Camp Counsellor Job at YMCA of Central East Ontario

YMCA of Central East Ontario Peterborough, ON

To work for the YMCA of Central East Ontario is to:

  • Work in a diverse and socially inclusive environment
  • Help create meaningful opportunities that impact the lives of individuals
  • Help increase the health of our communities
  • Feel appreciated as an individual
  • Work in an environment where you can make a meaningful contribution
  • Have work-life balance and a family friendly environment to help you balance your personal and work commitments
  • Make a difference in your community

You can accomplish all of this while having fun in a challenging and dynamic atmosphere!

The YMCA of Central East Ontario is a charity dedicated to strengthening the foundations of community by being a recognized leader and valued partner in the development of healthy communities. This position requires a commitment to the Y mission and core values of caring, honesty, inclusiveness, respect, responsibility, which form the foundations of all Y programs and services.

What You Will Do:
Reporting to Camp Coordinator, you will be responsible for the directly supervise, instruct and lead YMCA campers while delivering a high quality program that reflects the missions and values of the organization.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

  • Direct leadership and supervision of campers within camper/staff ratio
  • Role model excellent member service
  • Ensure quality assurance in the delivery of all-day camp programming
  • Respond to parent/camper concerns in a positive and professional manner
  • Provide exceptional attention to Health & Safety and supervision of campers
  • Plan and deliver a wide variety of activities for camper groups each week
  • Actively engaged with campers 100% of the time in program delivery
  • Build relationships with parents and campers
  • Provide formal and informal feedback to parents regarding their child(ren) daily
  • Contribute to the healthy child development of campers
  • Role model the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility & inclusiveness through interactions with children, parents and staff

What you will bring to the position:

  • 16+ years of age
  • Experience working in a camp setting
  • Current Standard First Aid/ CPR “C” certification
  • Strong communication and team work abilities
  • Police Vulnerable Sector Check required prior to first day worked

Working Conditions:

  • Hours are Monday-Friday between 8:00am to 5:00pm
  • Staff must be available throughout month of June 2023 for Mandatory Staff Training.
  • Group hire day April 2nd, 2023
  • Must be available to work week of June 26th until Friday Sept 1st, 2023
  • Hours are assigned to team members based on registration numbers
  • Must be comfortable working outdoors in a high paced environment

What the YMCA of Central East Ontario has to offer:

  • YMCA membership
  • Training and development opportunities
  • A rewarding job
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Child Care Discount

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are to submit a resume directly through Indeed.

We appreciate your interest in a career opportunity with the YMCA of Central East Ontario. Please note that with the high amount of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Central East Ontario is committed to an environment that is barrier free; if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. The YMCA of Central East Ontario values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Peterborough, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-03-17




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