Pd Day Camp Counselor

**PD Day Camp Counselor - Guelph, ON**

**Location**: YMCA Day Camps, Guelph, ON**Work Hours**:Part Time Hours; dependent on program needs**Employment Type**: Part Time, Contract**Number of Vacancies: 4**

**Anticipated Start Date**: October 24, 2025
- **Contract End Date**: February 01, 2026**Application Deadline**:September 26, 2025
- **Posting will remain open until it is filled_

**Guaranteed Starting Hourly Rate**: $17.20**Total Rewards Package**:**

We believe that everyone has the potential to shine Our culture is built around connection, celebration, appreciation, and recognition, and it starts with a total rewards package focused on Well-Being.

**Time Away from Work**

At the YMCA of Three Rivers, we value work-life harmony. Part-time team members start with:

- Vacation earnings of 4% on each pay (Increases to 6% after 5 years of continuous employment)
- 3 well-being days for sick time or proactive self-care, which can be used as they are earned. Bereavement days are also available.

**Well-Being Benefits**
- A free YMCA membership for you and your family, providing access to our fitness centers
- Discounts on YMCA programs and services
- Access to an Employee (and Family) Assistance Program offering free and confidential counseling, resources, and services

Are you passionate about working with children and youth? Are you a natural community-builder? Are you a creative and empathetic individual? Are you wanting to join our team full-time next summer?If this is you, join our team and make a difference in the life of a childThe YMCA of Three Rivers is committed to better serving our communities, where and how they need us most. Collectively we have provided accessible, inclusive, and proactive opportunities for personal growth and involvement helping to build a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant community.
- **What you will do**

You will engage with children and youth in a vibrant day camp setting by fostering the development of positive relationships, teaching new skills, and encouraging a connection with nature. Your work adheres to Ontario Camping Association Standards, and YMCA Camping Quality Recommended Practices to support quality excellence. Furthermore, in this role you will:
- Ensure that campers are always well-supervised and interacting safely.
- Deliver fun and engaging fun activities by following program plans.
- Participate enthusiastically in all camp programs with your camper group, including recreational swimming.
- Work to build positive relationships with all campers; being the role model they need.
- Respond to camper needs and concerns in a positive, professional, and empathetic manner.
- Provide exceptional attention to Health & Safety.
- Attend all staff trainings and meetings, arrive on time, and actively participate and contribute to the development of your team.

**What you will bring**
- Ideally, you will bring some experience working with children and youth.
- You are committed to working in a socially inclusive environment responding with sensitivity and personal awareness to diverse needs.
- You have well-developed interpersonal and relationship building skills; the ability to use good judgement and problem-solve; and strong professional conduct.
- You have up-to-date Standard First Aid with CPR-C certification and successful completion of Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months.

**What you will gain**
- You will join a dynamic team and an organization that has massive impact across our community. You will be joining a local organization, but you will also be part of a global movement. Your work will have an impact on the community we all call home and will be a little better every day because of you.The employee must be able to arrange their own transportation to the assigned camp sites. A valid G driver’s license and full time vehicle access are recommended.
- **Additional Information**:
**Our Commitment to Safeguarding Child and Youth**

**Our Commitment to JAIDE (Justice, Access, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity)**

**Our Commitment to Privacy**
- The YMCA of Three Rivers complies with the Employment Standards Act, Pay Equity Legislation, and privacy laws. We are committed to protecting personal information by following responsible information-handling practices that are in keeping with privacy laws. Please visit our website for more information on the YMCA of Three Rivers’ commitment to privacy.- **To explore additional career opportunities with the YMCA of Three Rivers, please visit our**Career Page**.