Coordinator Level 1 YMCA Camp Kanawana

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.

Are you looking for a job that offers a wide range of challenges and the opportunity to make a real difference?

Do you want to grow and develop your skills in a supportive, forward-thinking organization?

Join the YMCAs of Québec, where your talent makes a meaningful impact every day

Every day, more than 1,600 employees work at the YMCAs of Québec, offering a variety of services that help people bring positive change to their lives.

We are currently looking for a Coordinator – Level 1 to join YMCA Camp Kanawana.

The selected candidate will bring their leadership, vision, and energy to a camp with over 125 years of tradition and a thriving, caring community.

RESPONSABILITIES

Under the supervision of the Camp Director and Assistant Director:

• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff teams for the camp's various seasonal activities.
• Support camp operations when the Camp Director and/or Assistant Director are unavailable.
• Ensure the physical and emotional safety and well-being of campers, staff, and rental groups.
• Enforce policies related to program delivery, youth care, and staff conduct.
• Coordinate camp logistics, create and adjust schedules, and organize camp-wide activities.
• Collaborate closely with the Camp Kanawana and YMCA Camps management teams and represent the YMCA with current and potential clients and partners.
• Contribute to decision-making processes regarding the addition, expansion, or modification of programs.
• Manage complex logistical situations on and off-site (emergencies, trip evacuations, etc.).
• Assist with purchasing and in-season budget tracking.
• Support the management team and proactively prevent or resolve issues as they arise.
• Adhere to YMCA Youth Protection Policies and embody the values and mission of the organization

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3 years of experience in a camp environment or related field involving youth

supervision, staff management, and logistics.

• Fluency in spoken and written French (required).
• Fluency in spoken and written English (required based on operational needs related to clientele and communications).
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and organizational

tools.

• No criminal record related to employment.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

BEFORE YOU APPLY

When submitting your application, you will be asked to complete a drop-down questionnaire

where you can indicate your role preference:

• Expedition Program Coordinator (Hike & Trip

Coordinator)

• Program Coordinator
• LIT Section Coordinator (Leadership Training Program)

Below is a brief summary of each role's primary responsibilities.

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

• Directly supervises the Waterfront and Land Coordinators.
• Recruits, trains, and manages Kanawana's volunteer program.
• Coordinates camp logistics, creates and adjusts schedules, and organizes camp-wide activities.
• Plans and oversees major camp-wide events (e.g.Kanawoodstock, theme days, Coffee House, Cocoa House, etc.).
• Communicates campernumbers and dietary restrictions to the kitchen.
  • Assists with purchasing and budget tracking during the season.
• Manages all program equipment on-site, ensuring organization and

inventory.

LIT SECTION COORDINATOR

• Supervises LIT Coordinators, providing directors with two performance evaluations

throughout the summer.

• Communicates with LIT participants' parents before and during the program.
• Assesses and manages camper-related or disciplinary issues.
• Oversees the planning and execution of the LIT Program.
• Coordinates all necessary training for LITCoordinators.
• Ensures proper communication with the ACQ (Association des camps du Québec).
• Compiles all LIT participant documentation (evaluations, recommendations) and

ensures files are up to date.

• Collects all program documentation (schedules, lesson plans, task lists, annual plan, recommendations) to build a complete LIT Program Manual.

If you believe that spending a summer at camp, learning outdoors, and connecting with nature

— no matter your background — can be transformative, we'd love to hear from you

Apply today and become part of the Kanawana adventure

Are you tempted by this great opportunity?

If you would like to encourage and inspire all people to fulfill their potential, thrive, and contribute to their community, then we want to hear from you. Do not delay, apply today.