Head of Land Activities

Job Posting Head of Land Activities Head of Land Activities Muskoka and Rainbow Lake ABOUT US Help Bring Back the Joy of Childhood Since 1983, Campfire Circle has delivered healing through happiness to thousands of kids with cancer or serious illness and their families across Ontario. Our programs are offered in paediatric hospitals across Ontario, in local communities, and at our medically supported overnight camps, offering year-round experiences that provide life-changing moments of joy, connection, and resilience. And we’re just getting started. Today, over 40,000 kids in Ontario face serious illness, many without access to the psychosocial support they urgently need. That’s why we have a bold vision: to grow from serving 3,000 campers a year to 10,000. We’re building a passionate, talented team to help make that vision a reality. When you join Campfire Circle, you become an integral part of a dynamic team helping to transform the lives of thousands of kids with serious illness, alongside our dedicated community of volunteers and donors.  Help us give back the joy of childhood to every kid with serious illness who needs it most.  At Campfire Circle, we are committed to making employment accessible by reducing financial barriers for our summer staff. All required training and certifications for your role are provided at no cost, in accordance with the terms of employment. Based on identified need, we may also be able to assist with additional job-related costs such as loaning camping equipment, outdoor clothing or gear, and coordinating transportation options. If you require assistance to help make your employment with Campfire Circle more accessible, please let your manager or HR know after you are hired and before your start date. THE OPPORTUNITY We are searching for a Head of Land Activities to join our Summer Staff Team in 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy for the upcoming summer season. Reporting to the Manager, Overnight Programs, the Head of Land Activities role is accountable for overseeing all Land Programs and leading a team of staff facilitators to provide a safe and engaging program for campers ages 6 to 18 at Muskoka overnight site, or parents/guardians and campers ages 0 to 18 at our Rainbow Lake overnight site. The Head of Land is responsible for supporting staff and volunteer instructors and overseeing the safety of all land activities including: Archery, Sports, Nature, Fishing Arts and Crafts, Music, Drama and Dance, and Woodshop with the support of the instructors for these program areas. Start Date: Monday, June 15, 2026 End Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 Rate: $6,000 (for the full contract)  *Training/virtual training dates may occur prior to this date and are included in your full contract rate* Key Accountabilities:  Programming and Facilitation:  Development and supervision of a Land Program that is: safe, creative, challenging, accessible, experiential, age appropriate, environmentally friendly and fun. Support in facilitating and instructing Land Program areas as needed.  Work with Program Managers to adapt and adjust curriculum and activities from session to session based on feedback and experiences. Ensure Land Program areas are safe at all times, including closing down certain activity areas when camp is not in session or when area is not supervised to ensure safety. Conduct regular risk management surveys of the site, activity facilities and equipment, reporting any damage to equipment or facilities to the Camp Director and Manager. Adherent to cleaning procedures and logging as trained and directed. Set up and prepare activities and activity areas in accordance with, but not limited to the standards of the camp, the guidelines of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA), and the organization’s protocols. Ensure that camp programs incorporate camp values and traditions. Volunteer and Camper Support:  Collaborate with medical team, Camp Directors, and Camper Counsellors to ensure program and activities meet the considerations and needs of each participant. Assist in facilitation of on-site volunteer trainings. Support in planning, prepping, and execution of camp wide programs, theme, and other activities. Support, coach, and lead volunteers in achieving safe, fun, and engaging programs. Assist volunteers in providing general support and supervision to campers and families. Attend and participate in various program areas, staff meetings, and socials as required. Support with summer bus programs and bus chaperoning as needed. Supervision and Management:  Oversee risk management of all Land Programs and emergency procedures and participate in site emergency procedures. Supervise and direct the instruction and experience of all participants (campers, volunteers, and staff) who are participating in Land Activities.  In collaboration with the Overnight Programs Manager, provide supervision of the Land Program team, offering coaching, mentorship, and program development.  Identify and communicate with Camp Directors and Managers to address feedback and performance evaluation needs for Land Instructors. Review and provided feedback on Program Plans. Support the planning and facilitation of pre-camp summer staff training. Coordinate staff schedule for facilitation and time off. Oversee and monitor program curriculum planning and development to maintain program standards during growth. Communication and Administration:  Evaluate and assess the Land Program safety and emergency procedures according to Campfire Circle, The Ontario Camps Association, and Ontario Health policies. Ensure Land Program Binders are kept up to date (Program plans, inventory, camper record, equipment). Communicate Land Program needs and concerns to Manager. Report on the achievement Land Program plans. Ensure incident report forms are completed. Produce an End of Summer report capturing daily procedures, reflections on the summer and notes for future staff members in this role. Leadership and Community:  Help build and maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive camp community, ensuring that lines of communications are accessible, open, and positive and acting as a role model within the camp community. Identify staff/volunteer concerns as they arise and alert Camp Director and Manager of recurring or unresolved issues. ABOUT YOU In accordance with our mandate of creating a caring and safe environment for children with serious illnesses and their families, we require an attestation of childhood vaccinations, criminal record checks and vulnerable sector screenings depending on the age of the applicant. Seasonal boosters against Influenza and the most recent circulating strain of COVID are strongly encouraged. We also require TB testing for all our program-facing staff. Additionally, all our staff are required to be currently eligible to work in Canada and for Campfire Circle. Our Campfire Circle summer staff bring boundless enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, and a commitment to creating unforgettable and meaningful experiences for campers and their families. Come join the Circle  QUALIFICATIONS Required Criteria:  Experience as a staff or volunteer in a camp environment and/or working with children in a recreational setting. Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers.  Experience facilitating outdoor camp activities. Experience working with children with disabilities and/or additional physical, behavioural, and/or psychosocial needs as well as experience facilitating adaptive programming.  Demonstrated ability to manage high risk activities.  Valid Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification for duration of the contract or willing & able to successfully take the certification (paid for by Campfire Circle).  New employees who are under 30 years of age at the time of hire will have their Criminal Record Check completed by the Organization, while those who are 30 years of age or older are required to obtain a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening. All members of the summer staff team must be at least 19 years of age by the start date of their contract. Advantageous Criteria:  Overnight camp experience.  Experience in outdoor education or adventure education.  Demonstrated ability to work with children with serious illnesses and an understanding of how illness impacts the entire family.  Demonstrated commitment to volunteerism or volunteer sector.  A current G or G2 class driver’s license, and eligible to be insured under camp policy. NLS or Bronze Cross certification.  ACCT Site-Specific, Level 1 or Level 2 certification.  Particular Working Conditions:  This position requires living at the Muskoka or Rainbow Lake campsite for the duration of the contract – room and board, which will be shared communal accommodations, are provided. Routine evenings and weekend commitments are required. In consideration of the population Campfire Circle serves, the incumbent is a non-smoker.  HEALTH AND WELLNESS Campfire Circle acknowledges that the overall health and wellness of you and your family are important; for this reason, we offer an employee assistance program accessible to all our summer staff team members.  ACCESSIBILITY & DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION  Campfire Circle is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People from North America and around the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and those who bring diverse perspectives and experiences. Our commitment is to provide equitable employment opportunities to all and to maintain a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Campfire Circle acknowledges that we operate on the traditional territory of many nations, including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples, and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. On this land, we are grateful to share the magic of camp with children and families, and we endeavour to create a community of joy, hope and healing. Acknowledging the land that we occupy is just one small step on the path towards Truth and Reconciliation.