YMCA Overnight Camp CQE Seasonal Assistant Director

Join the YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth Team!
Be the Spark! Join our passionate team and be the spark that ignites the potential in others. YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is one of the largest not-for-profit providers of licensed child care in Canada, offers settlement services to newcomers to Canada, operates 2 Overnight Camps and 15 Health & Fitness branches across Southwestern Ontario, and we have been making a positive difference in the communities we serve for over 50 years!
Why The Y?
The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to the development of healthy communities and welcomes people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and abilities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Top Employers. We offer meaningful employment and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families.
Position:Seasonal Assistant Director
Location: YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth, Beausoleil Island
Start Date: April 29, 2024
End Date: September 30, 2024
Salary: $765/week
As part of your total compensation:

• Receive a 1-year complimentary YMCA membership to our Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs
• Be part of a caring and supportive network of people to help each other succeed
• Complimentary access to wellness and counselling services

In this role, you will:

• Ensure the delivery of high quality participant experiences that promote and reflect the YMCA core values and mission statement
• Provide on-site leadership to the daily operation of camp during the entire operating season, as well as leadership in the event of an emergency or crisis at camp
• Assist in training, supporting, and supervising the CQE staff team throughout the entire operating season
• Ensure program facility and equipment are in compliance with existing Health & Safety regulations, general health standards and sound risk-management practices
• Ongoing risk management and crisis response following YMCA procedures
• Ensure excellence in all aspects of OE and summer programming and curriculum through active and thorough team support and ongoing staff and program development.
• Maintain a high level of camper care and safety at YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth.
• Maintain strong external relationships valuable to the ongoing success of camp
• In the absence of the Camp Director, act as designate in managing all aspects of CQE operations
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging
• Embrace and exemplify the Y’s core values

Other Job Details:

• This is a seasonal position and the successful candidate is required to live on site at YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth from late April to the end of September in rustic accommodations.

Education and Skills Qualifications:

• Experience working with children, youth, and adults in a camp or outdoor education environment
• Previous experience managing and supervising staff in a camp or outdoor education environment (minimum 2 years)
• Exceptional communication skills, relationship-building skills, and organizational skills
• Valid CPR C/Standard First Aid
• G Class Drivers License
• National Lifeguard
• Pleasure Craft Operator card
• Wilderness Advanced First Aid (preferred)
• Current clear Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening as per current YMCA human resource policy
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

To Apply:

• Submit your cover letter, resume, and supporting documents via this application. This job posting will be active until the role is filled.
• Include in your submission your specialized experience, and why you are the best candidate for this role. Please include the name of the position and location in your application.
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations.