Senior Camp Counsellor

8 hours ago


Newmarket, Canada Town of Newmarket Full time

Senior Camp Counsellor (March Break Camps 2026) - (25-287) Working with the Town of Newmarket’s Recreation and Culture Team means the opportunity to make a difference and connect with your community. Working in Recreation starts the journey to a special career, gaining valuable work experience and learning new skills. We are looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with others and have a passion to deliver high‑quality programs, events and services. You will love the experience and our participants will too Job Description As a Senior Camp Counsellor you will play a key role in creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for campers during the March Break Camps. Responsibilities Facilitate safe, engaging and fun activities for campers including games, songs, crafts, swimming, etc. Ensure safe delivery of camp programming by following all Town policies and procedures, providing adequate supervision, and managing camper behaviours. Collaborate with other Camp Counsellors, Inclusion Facilitators and Camp Directors to provide an inclusive environment, resolve concerns and plan the camp day. Respond to emergency situations including performing first aid and documentation. Respond to enquiries and provide quality customer service to participants, parents/guardians, and the general public. *For full listing of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description. Job Requirements Current certification such as Counsellor in Training Program, Babysitting Course, National Coaching Certification Program or equivalent. A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working with toddlers, children and/or youth in a related role. Good organizational and leadership skills. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with day camp participants, staff, bus drivers, parent/guardians and the general public. Must be able to participate in swimming activities and oversee camp participants in pre‑set swim groups which comply with Town of Newmarket ratios. Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification required. Lifesaving Society’s Safeguard certification required. Current High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development) certification required. Behaviour Management Systems, Safe Management or Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification is an asset. Due to the nature of the contacts of this position a Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town (Those 18 Years & Older) or the completion of Declaration of Minors – Working with Vulnerable Individuals Self Declaration Form (Those 17 Years and Younger) is required. Certifications are not required at time of application but must be obtained prior to job commencement. The Town of Newmarket may offer opportunities for certification. *The Town of Newmarket's March Break Camps will run from March 16 - 20, 2026. The Town of Newmarket is committed to accommodating all applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code for all employment activities including the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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