Day Camp Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada YMCA of Greater Toronto Full time

Hourly Rate: $21.00 - Check out the YMCA’s total compensation package

Location: Durham, York, Toronto, Peel, Halton or Dufferin Region

Work Hours: Part-time hours February to May, then 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday starting June 1 until August 30, 2024

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract

Number of Vacancies: 7

Anticipated Start Date: February 12, 2024

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

**Be the Spark** Join our dynamic Day Camp team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work

Formerly known as Day Camp Senior Directors, Camp Coordinators provide direct leadership and support to an assigned number of camp locations within a region. They are responsible for ensuring that on-site Camp Directors are set up for success and are well prepared so they are able to operate safe and high-quality Day Camp experience for campers. Camp Coordinators will assist Camp Directors hire their teams and with staff coaching and mentoring throughout the summer. They will have an integral role in program organization, training facilitation and program quality assurance. This position acts as a liaison between Regional Directors and Camp Directors to contribute to ongoing success and growth of Day Camp programs.

**In this role, you will**:

- Provide leadership to Camp Directors and camp staff through hiring, training, coaching and monitoring performance throughout the summer
- Plan and facilitate high-quality training to Day Camp staff prior to the beginning of camp
- Follow up with Camp Directors to ensure all administrative tasks are completed accurately and on-time inclusive of; program schedules, payroll, accident/incident forms and attendances
- Support campers that are experiencing challenges by working and communicating with the staff, parent/guardians and YMCA colleagues
- Assist with the purchasing of supplies when required and responsible for picking up and dropping off supplies to the assigned camp locations
- Provide feedback through program evaluations to Camp Directors and ensure all check lists and audits are kept and organized for referral
- Assist in the Day Camp warehouse with packing program kits for sites program success
- Responsible for attending all staff trainings and meetings; arriving on time, and actively participating and contributing to the development of all camp staff
- Ensure Health & Safety procedures are being followed and maintained and contribute to the cleaning, safety and maintenance to camp sites
- Act as a positive role model for the campers and fellow staff through embodying the YMCA values, policies and procedures, Day Camp conditions of employment/guidelines and the Ontario Camping Association standards

**What you need to succeed**:

- Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
- Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

**You bring**:

- Post-secondary education (or currently enrolled) preferred
- Standard First Aid and CPR ‘C’ certificate valid until the last day of contract
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a child-oriented programs; camp specific setting preferred
- Experience as a supervisor an asset
- Daily access to a vehicle and valid license and ability to travel within your assigned region
- Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
- Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with families, staff and volunteers
- Excellent communication skills and ability to lead a group of children
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

**Why work for the YMCA?**

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020-2025 strategic plan, _Ignite the Light_,_ which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

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