Day Camp Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada YMCA OF NORTHERN ALBERTA Full time

Are you a natural leader with a passion for creating fun, engaging and safe environments for children aged 4-17? If so, YMCA of Northern Alberta wants YOU to join our team as the **Lead** **Day Camp Coordinator**
- In this role, you will play a key part in our day camp operations, including coaching staff and volunteers on best practices in behavior management, program design, team communication and collaboration to ensure campers and their parents/guardian have a positive experience. This is a great opportunity if you have an interest in building your confidence and improving your leadership skills through mentorship, with the guidance and support of experienced supervisors.

**This is a contract position from May 20, 2025 to August 22, 2025.**

**Our Culture**

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture at the Y. We strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.

**We are welcoming.**
We are open to all. We are a place where you can belong.

**We are genuine.**
We value you and embrace your individuality.

**We are hopeful.**
We believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.

**We are nurturing.**
We support you in your journey to develop your full potential.

**We are determined.**
Above all else, we are on a constant quest to make our community stronger, if you want to join us

**Essential Functions**
- Recruit, train, and supervise day camp staff and volunteers, providing regular feedback to ensure high-quality programming.
- Deliver exceptional day camp programming and support camper success by assisting in the development of strategies for behavioural challenges.
- Coordinate camp logistics, including schedules, field trips, and supplies, ensuring smooth operations.
- Lead program planning sessions and assess day camp programming for all Summer Day Camps.
- Assist with managing schedules, addressing parent concerns and staff evaluations.

**What You'll Need for this Job**
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- High-school Diploma
- Pursuit of post-secondary education in a field connected to children and youth (Recreation, Child Studies, Education, Physical Education, etc.) is an asset.
- Experience working with children and youth in a camp environment is highly preferred
- Customer service experience is an asset
- Must have Intermediate First Aid & CPR-C prior to hire (the Y will provide support in registration)
- Satisfactory Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check prior to your first day of work (required if 18 yrs and over

**What the Y Offers You**
- A meaningful career with opportunities to grow while building your community
- Membership to our health, fitness & aquatics facilities
- Comprehensive career training leading to Coaching and training certifications
- Welcoming and fun work culture that promotes healthy friendships, team and relationship-building.

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