Counsellor - Ymca Quebec Daycamp

2 weeks ago

Quebec City, Canada Les Ymca Du Québec Full time

Be the Spark
Do you want your talent to have a positive impact on the people you work with? Are you seeking new ways to maximize and develop your expertise? Do you want to work in an environment where people come first? We have an opportunity for you, because here, you can be the spark.
Every day, more than 1,200 people work with the YMCAs of Québec network, providing a variety of services that create positive change in people’s lives.
A DAY AS A COUNSELLOR
Reporting to the camp coordinator, the counsellor will work with children aged 5 to 12 to provide them with a meaningful camp experience in complete safety. They will plan and lead age-appropriate activities. They will participate in all aspects of camp, in addition to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with children, parents/guardians, and other team members.
**In this position, you will be responsible for**:

- Planning and leading fun camp activities in collaboration with your co-counsellor;
- Accompanying campers in the water during aquatic activities;
- Ensuring children are adequately supervised at all times and that the camp is always safe and clean;
- Communicating regularly with parents/guardians in order to develop and maintain a positive relationship with them and the children;
- Participating in preparatory meetings and training required for camp including weekly camp meetings and welcome phone calls.

What will you gain?
- The opportunity to work with incredible colleagues in a fun atmosphere;
- The opportunity to work indoors and outdoors (sun, swimming pool, fresh air, etc.);
- The opportunity to have a positive impact on your community and make a significant difference in the lives of our campers;
- A job working with people who are passionate about camps and leisure;
- Free CPR and first aid training;
- Free DAFA training;
- The opportunity to secure year-round employment at the YMCA. A membership to the YMCA for the duration of your employment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Be over 18 years old.
- Have a good command of French and English.
- Be able to swim or be comfortable in a pool.
- Have at least three years of experience working in a day camp.
- Be a student or graduate in recreation and recreation (asset).

KEY SKILLS
- Be able to support the growth of campers in activities;
- Participate in teamwork and ensure a good work atmosphere;
- Be responsible and adhere to YMCA ethical standards;
- Take initiative and demonstrate leadership;
- Guide, motivate and inspire campers.

**FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL GROWTH, THE YMCA DAY CAMPS OFFER**:

- A pleasant work environment at YMCA Saint-Roch.
- An hourly wage of $ 17.75.
- Fees for first aid, CPR and rescue training (if you’re not already certified), as training is a prerequisite for the position. Please note, however, that training time is unpaid.
- Variable working hours: Monday to Friday, mornings and late afternoons - 25 to 40 hours a week as needed.
- Meetings and training to guide and support you: May 4 (signature of contract) and evenings and weekends during the month of June.

**Duration of employment**: From June 23 to August 22, 2025*
- Some camps may end earlier.
Are you tempted by this great opportunity?

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