Summer Day Camp Counsellor

**Community Camp Counsellor**

**Location**: Christie Lake Conservation Area

**Camps Offered**:Camp Chippewa General Camp Counsellor (outdoor leader for ages 6-7, 8-9, 10-13)
- Camp Chippewa Specialty Camp Counsellor (outdoor leader for campers between 8-13 years old)
- Leaders In Training Camp Counsellor (mentoring and instructing future leaders aged 14-15)

**Hourly Wage**: $16.65
- Returning Staff from Summer 2023 may be eligible for a higher rate based on past employment and performance**_

**Position Status**: Seasonal Contract

**Contract Hours**:Group, Supply Counsellors**: 8:30-4:30pm (37.5 hrs/wk)

**Extended Care Counsellors**: 6:30-9:15am/3:45-6:30pm (27.5 hrs/wk)

**Placement**:June 24- August 23, 2024

**Nature & Scope**:
A Group Counsellor is responsible for the supervision and programming of activities for a group of campers at any of the YMCA Day Camp indoor locations in a day camp environment. They will report directly to the Program Specialist and/or Site Supervisor at each location. Counsellors will work with different age groups (between the ages of 6-13 years) to deliver a comprehensive, dynamic, and exciting program stream. Transportation is provided for outdoor Counsellor positions. Different day camp programs requiring Group Counsellors include:

- Camp Chippewa General Camp Counsellor (outdoor leader for ages 6-7, 8-9, 10-13)
- Camp Chippewa Specialty Camp Counsellor (outdoor leader for campers between 8-13 years old)
- Leaders In Training Camp Counsellor (mentoring and instructing future leaders aged 14-15)

**Responsibilities**:

- Greets parents/guardians at designated drop off/pick up area stop each morning and afternoon
- Liaise with before and after care staff
- Ensures safe, quality programs for participants and staff - submits program plans weekly
- Acts as a group counsellor
- Responsible for the direct supervision of approximately 8-12 campers at the assigned site/program
- Develops and implements comprehensive camp programs
- Assists with parent liaison, promotion, set up, and clean up
- Responsible for attending all staff training and staff meetings (some weekends and evenings)
- Provides leadership to all campers by following routine and delivering a specific camp program
- Participates in specialty programming and waterfront/pool activities
- Contributes to an inclusive environment
- Understands and commits to confidentiality
- Completes documentation accurately and timely when required
- Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**:

- Standard First Aid and CPR-C valid through Summer 2024 (must provide proof of certification or enrollment in course before hiring)
- Staff 18 years and older must submit a clear Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing work
- 17 years of age before July 3, 2024
- Attending or completion of secondary or post-secondary school, preferably in the area of leisure and recreation, social services, child and youth worker or education
- Coaching certification is an asset
- Previous YMCA camping or child and youth program experience is preferred
- Able to provide a satisfactory Police Records Check and Vulnerable Sector Search

**Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Accessibility**

The YMCA of Hamilton, Burlington, Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

**Salary**: $16.65 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person