Camp Counsellor

**Camp Counsellor**

**Tweed**

**Be the spark that inspires others to unlock their full potential**

The YMCA of Central East Ontario operates out of three major Health, Fitness and Recreation facilities as well as approximately 20 community locations. Our team consists of more than 350 staff members and over 150 volunteers. We proudly serve Belleville, Peterborough, the City of Quinte West, and the surrounding areas in Hastings County, Prince Edward County, and Peterborough County.

As a charity, we are driven by core values that guide our actions and decisions: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Inclusiveness. The YMCA offers our employees meaningful jobs with the opportunity to positively impact individuals' lives and enhance the health of our communities.

Reporting to Camp Coordinator, you will be responsible for the directly supervise, instruct and lead YMCA campers while delivering a high quality program that reflects the missions and values of the organization.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**:

- Direct leadership and supervision of campers within camper/staff ratio
- Role model excellent member service
- Ensure quality assurance in the delivery of all-day camp programming
- Respond to parent/camper concerns in a positive and professional manner
- Provide exceptional attention to Health & Safety and supervision of campers
- Plan and deliver a wide variety of activities for camper groups each week
- Actively engaged with campers 100% of the time in program delivery
- Build relationships with parents and campers
- Provide formal and informal feedback to parents regarding their child(ren) daily
- Contribute to the healthy child development of campers
- Role model the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility & inclusiveness through interactions with children, parents and staff

**WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE POSITION**:

- 15+ years of age
- Experience working in a camp setting
- Current Standard First Aid/ CPR “C” certification
- Strong communication and team work abilities

**WORKING CONDITIONS**:

- Hours are Monday-Friday between 7:45am to 5:30pm
- Staff must be available throughout month of June 2025 for Mandatory Staff Training, weekends and weeknights. Training may take place in Belleville or Trenton branches.
- Must be available to work all 8 weeks of camp, starting July 3 - August 22, 2025
- Hours are assigned to team members based on registration numbers
- Must be comfortable working outdoors in a high paced environment
- Must be comfortable in a pool, swimming with children

**What the YMCA of Central East Ontario has to offer**:

- YMCA membership
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and development opportunities
- A rewarding job

**How to Apply**:
Tiffany Dranski

Regional Supervisor of Aquatics

Applications will be received until February 12, 2025 by 5:00pm

We appreciate your interest in a career opportunity with the YMCA of Central East Ontario. Please note that with the high amount of applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Central East Ontario is committed to an environment that is barrier free; if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. The YMCA of Central East Ontario values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 8 weeks

Pay: From $17.20 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Store discount

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Belleville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person