Shy Day Camp Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Calgary, Canada YMCA Calgary Full time

Why should you join our team?

YMCA Calgary is actively building healthy communities - join us in creating a better Calgary.

YMCA Calgary opened its doors in 1902, since then we have evolved into a vibrant charitable organization that responds to the needs and health of the community.

Guided by four core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary develop and delivers quality programs and services that promote the health of the community and provides opportunities for all Calgarians to belong, grow, thrive and lead. Our team of staff and volunteers are committed to creating a positive impact in the community through our health and wellness programs, child care and early education programs, community outreach programs (such as Indigenous, youth at risk, and cultural integration programs), leadership programs, camp experiences, and much more.

YMCA Calgary serves the community at our six health and wellness locations, six child care centres, two outdoor camp locations, and 60 community outreach locations. Join us in building healthy communities

SHY Day Camp Coordinator (Contract)

Shawnessy YMCA

Start Date: May 1, 2023

End Date: August 31, 2023

**Salary**: $18.90/hr - $21.00/hr

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

- Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
- Program discounts;
- Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
- Leadership award opportunities;
- Scholarship opportunities;
- Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?
- Previous YMCA day camp or day camp experience is an asset;
- Supervisory experience is an asset;
- Strong communication and teamwork skills;
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel;
- **Available evenings and weekends from June 12th to 25th for training;**:

- **Available full-time weekdays from May through August;**:

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification (CPR recertified within the last 12 months);
- Evidence of a clear Police Information Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search;
- Three professional references required.

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Duties and Responsibilities include;
- Provide a fun, safe, and healthy environment for children registered in YMCA Calgary Day Camps;
- Provide proactive supervision and facilitate daily activities;
- Work alongside and collaborate with other Day Camp Coordinators;
- Create and organize activity schedules for camps; review activity plans created by camp counsellors; implement weekly themes;
- Oversee camps; Supervise and evaluate all camp counsellors on an ongoing basis; demonstrate high standards of program quality while working directly with counsellors;
- Providing supervision, guidance, and supporting counsellors;
- Supervise weekly field trips off-site;
- Demonstrate and role model positive behavior when working with other staff, campers and members;
- Follow YMCA Calgary Policies and Procedures;
- Provide first aid when required;
- Assist in the planning and implementation of weekly staff meetings;
- Greet parents/guardians and campers on arrival and departure from camp. Providing extra assistance and daily updates as needed;
- Attend 32-hours of mandatory staff training prior to the start of camp.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our employees embody the YMCA values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies;
- Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
- Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
- Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
- Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
- Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.



  • Calgary, AB, Canada Avanti Software Inc. Full time

    YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city. Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community...

  • Day Camp Leader

    4 days ago


    Calgary, Canada Vivo for Healthier Generations Society Full time

    **Organization Overview**: At Vivo we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by...


  • Calgary, Canada Cranston Residents Assoication Full time

    SUMMER CAMP COORDINATOR The Cranston Residents Association (Cranston RA), is a non-profit organization, which is professionally managed and maintained to ensure Cranston’s community features, amenities and the Century Hall facility will continue to be both esthetically pleasing and conveniently available for the long-term use of its residents. The...

  • Camp Lead

    4 days ago


    Calgary, Canada Vivo for Healthier Generations Society Full time

    **Organization Overview**: At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by...


  • Calgary, Canada YMCA Calgary Full time

    What qualifications are we looking for? We strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following: · Aged 16 or older · Interest in working with children · Strong communication and teamwork skills · Previous Day Camp or related experience preferred · Current...


  • Calgary, AB, Canada Kaizen Lab Inc. Full time

    of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by charting a course to make 10% shifts - shifts in people’s lifestyles, shifts in the care and design of communities and shifts in decision making at...


  • Calgary, Canada YMCA Calgary Full time

    What qualifications are we looking for? At YMCA Calgary we strive to ensure our employees are a fit based on their strengths, interests, and future goals. The successful candidate will have the following; A Bachelor of Education, Physical Education or a related degree or diploma is an asset Climbing Wall Instructor ACMG or CUI Level 1 or higher is an...


  • Calgary, AB, Canada Simple Hires Full time

    About the job Day Camp Activity Leader/Sports Coach + Job Posting: Day Camp Activity Leader/Sports Coach As a Day Camp Activity Leader/Sports Coach your primary responsibility is to oversee the sports and activities stations that group leaders will bring their groups through during the day. This role is for our SW/SE camp team, with locations at: This...


  • Calgary, Canada Fearisnotlove Full time

    Camp fYrefly is a fun, educational, social, and personal overnight leadership retreat for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 14 – 20. Campers explore their identity, build resilience, enhance self-esteem, and develop leadership skills that positively impact their lives, homes, schools, and communities. DescriptionCentre for Sexuality is a community-based organization...

  • Camp Manager

    1 month ago


    Calgary, Canada Redrock Camps Full time

    Camp Manager Purpose: You represent Redrock in the field and your job is to make sure that every part of camp life runs smoothly. Key Accountabilities: To be organized and systematic To foster teamwork in camp and to enforce the rules because they make life easier for all To report to the Redrock Manager daily and to provide...

  • Summer Camp Leaders

    1 month ago


    Calgary, Canada Mount Royal University Full time

    About the Role MRU Camps is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are interested in sharing their knowledge, passion, and expertise with children and youth. Under the supervision of the Youth Program Coordinator, the Leader is responsible for assisting Instructors with lessons and engaging with campers in a variety of activities such as crafts,...

  • Summer Camp Leader

    1 month ago


    Calgary, Canada Vivo for Healthier Generations Society Full time

    **Organization Overview**: At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by...


  • Calgary, Canada Kaizen Lab Inc. Full time

    Organization Overview:At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by charting a...


  • Calgary, Canada Kaizen Lab Inc. Full time

    Organization Overview:At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by charting a...


  • Calgary, Canada Kaizen Lab Inc. Full time

    Organization Overview:At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by charting a...

  • Summer Camp Leader

    1 month ago


    Calgary, Canada Vivo for Healthier Generations Society Full time

    **Organization Overview**: At Vivo, we are a charitable enterprise on a mission to raise healthier generations in Calgary and beyond. We want Canadians of all ages to achieve their optimal health at home, school, work and play. We’re creating local, evidence-based solutions to support individuals and whole communities be more active and connected by...


  • Calgary, AB, Canada Fearisnotlove Full time

    Camp fYrefly is a fun, educational, social, and personal overnight leadership retreat for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 14 – 20. Campers explore their identity, build resilience, enhance self-esteem, and develop leadership skills that positively impact their lives, homes, schools, and communities. Description Centre for Sexuality is a community-based organization...


  • Calgary, Canada The Glencoe Club Full time

    Responsibilities: Supervise and direct groups of approximately 8-15 children aged 3 to 14 Carrying out all tasks in a professional and thorough manner (lunches, welcoming parents and campers, assisting fellow leaders and volunteers, etc.) Have a full understanding of the way camps operate as per the employee training that is given upon being hired ...


  • Calgary, Canada Mount Royal University Full time

    About the Role MRU Camps is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are interested in sharing their knowledge, passion, and expertise with children and youth in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) . Under the supervision of STEM Education (SE) Supervisor, the Instructor is responsible for delivering lessons and leading campers...


  • Calgary, Canada Mount Royal University Full time

    About the Role MRU Camps is looking for enthusiastic individuals who are interested in sharing their knowledge, passion, and expertise with children and youth in Creative (Fine Arts, Theatre/Drama, Film) fields. Under the supervision of the Creative Education (CE) Supervisor, the Instructor is responsible for delivering lessons and leading campers...