Camp Senior Leader

Job Details
Temporary, Part-Time (Non-Union T)

Posting Status
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants.

Closing Date
Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59 pm on
December 11, 2025.
This is a summer student position. All applicants must provide confirmation of full-time student status in current academic year and/or acceptance into full time studies the following September 2026.
Basic Function
Reporting to full-time town staff and the Camp Coordinator, the Senior Leader assist in the operation, delivery, and on-site administration of the Town of Oakville camp programs.

Responsibilities

• Majority of responsibilities include front line service and program delivery, including daily monitoring of camp programs through staff, volunteer and participant interactions.
• Be responsible, daily, for staff contact, program quality, on site safety and facility condition.
• Support the objectives and philosophies of the camps as established by the Recreation and Culture department.
• Adhere to department prescribed policies and procedures.
• Act as a knowledgeable resource and on-site program representative for the department, Program Playleaders, participants and the public at large.
• Support and promote the HIGH FIVE "Principles of Healthy Child Development" (PHCD).
• Follow and implement all health and safety regulations and public health Guidelines.

Specific Duties

• Attend all mandatory staff functions from May-September 2026 including but not limited to; training, scheduled shifts, staff meetings and site clean-ups and all allocated program times.

• Actively participate in daily planning and delivery of programs to ensure quality control.

• Ensure the continuing safety of all participants, staff, and volunteers while at the program site.
• Resolve behaviour and conduct issues of both on-site staff and program participants in accordance with department approved procedures.
• Report and document all health and safety related incidents as per guidelines and report to full-time staff immediately.
• With the assistance of the full-time staff and Camp Coordinator, advise and document all accidents/incidents immediately.
• Collaborate with full-time staff and Camp Coordinator in preparation of staff, and volunteer's evaluations (where applicable).
• Be available each day to greet parents and participants and provide excellent customer service.
• Ensure staff have the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE), materials and supplies required for a safe and effective program.
• Monitor and then immediately notify the Camp Coordinator / full-time staff of any on-site problems and/or recommendations regarding staff performance, participants, parents or facilities which may affect the program.
• Assist and coordinate on-site staff with weekly program planning sessions with staff.
• Attend all mandatory staff functions: training, staff meetings, site clean-ups and all allocated program times.
• Provide regular updates to the Camp Coordinator / full-time staff.
• Ensure the proper cleanup of the program site on a daily basis.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Camp Coordinator / full-time staff.

Potential Positions Available And Specific Qualifications

• General Day Camp Programs

• Demonstrate genuine interest in working with children of all ages (preschool-school age)

• Knowledge, training and implementation of behaviour management and childhood development is an asset

• The Town may be running specialized camps (i.e. Arts & Culture, Performing Arts, Science & Technology, Sports and Hockey/Skating). Any experience in one of these areas would be an asset.

Qualifications And Skills

• Must be a minimum of 15 years of age or older by May 19, 2026.
• HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) Certification (see below for more information).
• Produce a satisfactory Criminal Reference Check (CRC) including vulnerable sector screening, dated within 30 days of hire.
• All applicants must provide confirmation of full-time student status in current academic year and/or acceptance into full time studies the following September 2026.
• HIGH FIVE QUEST 2 considered and asset.
• Formal education or training in the studies of children and/or youth (children's studies, youth studies, psychology, teaching, other social sciences) is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory ability.
• Good communication and administrative skills.
• Strong problem solving and effective program planning skills.
• Camp specific experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Previous work experience with children with exceptionalities, experience with one-on-one support (feeding, changing, toileting, etc.) and behaviour management is considered an asset.
• Swimming and comfort in the water is an asset.

HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD Certification) Information:

• All successful candidates will be required to obtain HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) Certification prior to commencement of duties. To find out more information on how to sign up for a training session, please visit , click home and scroll down for upcoming events

DATED:
October 10, 2025

This job profile reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principal functions of the job. This does not include all of the work requirements of the job. Applicants are required to demonstrate through their application and in the interview process that their qualifications match those specified. Applicants may also be required to undergo testing.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.