Camp Counsellor, Summer Camp
4 days ago
Camp Counsellor - Join Our Team
Location: CH Norton
Contract Duration: July 2025 - August 2025 (with possibility of extension)
**Salary**: $17.20 per hour, 35 hours per week
Position Vacancies: 2
Who We Are
At Today’s Family, we believe in the power of strong partnerships to help children and families thrive. We’re a not-for-profit organization serving over 6,000 children and families across Hamilton, Halton, Haldimand-Norfolk, Oxford County and Peel Region. Our mission is simple: to ensure every child experiences the joy of learning through play.
We value Caring, Collaboration, Accountability, Innovation, and Inclusion, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality programs that evolve to meet the needs of our growing communities. We offer services including:
- Early Learning & Child Care
- Licensed Home Child Care
- Before and After School Care
- Day Camps
- EarlyON Child and Family Centres
- Youth Partnerships
- Family & Community Engagement
About the Role
We are looking for a Camp Counsellor to join our team If you believe in the importance of play in spaces that are welcoming, inviting, and full of opportunity for endless WANDER and limitless WONDER for children to explore and grow within the world around them, this role might be perfect for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead children in play-based learning experiences that spark curiosity and growth.
- Document learning stories and “Mission Moments” to showcase impact to families and the community.
- Foster creativity through arts, outdoor education, and community engagement.
- Contribute to the development of innovative educational programs and share your ideas with the team.
Eligibility Requirements:
The Camp Counsellor position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ).
To be eligible, applicant must:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person granted refugee protection.
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with applicable provincial or territorial laws
What We’re Looking For:
- You have experience working with children and a love for outdoor, creative, and play-based learning.
- You’re an innovative and collaborative educator who thrives in a dynamic environment.
- You’re eager to advance your career with new opportunities for professional development.
Why Today’s Family?
- Growth & Learning: Gain experience across multiple programs and projects that enhance your skills and passions.
- Flexible Hours: Blended full-time roles that allow for a better work-life balance.
- Career Development: Access apprenticeship opportunities, mentorship, and platforms to share your knowledge and ideas.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, wellness resources, and retirement savings plans for permanent staff working 25+ hours a week.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Bring your unique talents to the table, whether that’s through language skills, special expertise, or new perspectives.
How to Apply:
Our Commitment:
At Today’s Family, we celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to accommodating any needs during the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
COVID-19 Vaccination is required for all employees, with proof of vaccination.
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