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Day Camp Counsellor
YMCA of Eastern Ontario
Kemptville, ON
Employment Category: Term Contract (seasonal)
Hours: Flexible; must be available for shifts between 7:15am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday and a
weekend in June for staff training.
Benefits and Perks: We offer an array of total rewards to recognize loyalty, longevity, and
passion for the work we do, including:
- Free YMCA Health & Fitness Membership
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
Compensation: $16.55 per hour
Placement Date: June 15 – August 31, 2024
Work Location: North Grenville Curling Club, 200 Reuben Court, Kemptville
Our Mission: The YMCA in Canada is dedicated to the growth of all persons in spirit, mind and
body, and to their sense of responsibility to each other and to the global community.
Our Vision: Our values are caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness. These are
central to our mission, guiding our behaviours, attitudes, and actions.
Nature & Scope: Day Camp Counselors will act as the leader of their assigned camp. The Day
Camp Counselor will be a liaison between staff, campers, parents/guardians and the site lead.
The Day Camp Counselors are the direct facilitators of their camps.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Following camp guidelines and acting in accordance with the YMCA’s mission and vision
- Delivering camp programming
- Facilitating transitions in the schedule
- Ensuring the safety of all campers
- Engaging all campers in programming
- Participating in all staff meetings and training
- Communicating effectively with staff, campers and parents/guardians.
Qualifications:
- Criminal Reference Check (CPIC) including Vulnerable Sector Check completed not more
Ontario. Those under 18 years of age will be required to sign a statutory declaration and
will not work unsupervised.
- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certifications
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Camp Counselor or equivalent
- Experience delivering recreational, sport or outdoor education programs
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Strong sense of responsibility
Competencies:
- Child and youth focused
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem Solving
- Communication
All interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by March 15, 2024 to
careers@eo.ymca.ca.
YMCA of Eastern Ontario
100 Wright Crescent
Kingston, ON K7L 4T9
We appreciate your interest in a career opportunity with the YMCA of Eastern Ontario. Please
note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates invited for an
interview will be required to submit three (3) professional references.
The YMCA of Eastern 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 Eastern Ontario values the diversity
of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association.
