Camp Counsellor

Camp Counsellor - Theatre 

Posting Id
3200

Number of Positions
1 

Department
Community Services

Division
Recreation and Culture Services

Shift
Monday to Friday 

Rate of Pay
$ $17.60 Hourly

Job Length/End Date
June 4 - August 28, 2026 

Job Type
Temporary Part Time

Posting Type
Internal and External

Posting Date
12/01/2025  

Application Deadline
01/02/2026  

Position Summary

Reporting to the Education Program Coordinator, the Theatre Camp Counsellor will supervise a group of children or youth in a day camp setting. Theatre Camp Counsellors will assist in the implementation and delivery of camp activities, including a final performance, and ensure camper safety and security throughout the day. Follow policies and procedures, while delivering camp services. Work effectively with Education Program Coordinator, Camp Directors, Supervisors, peers, participants and the public.

Key Dates

Camp Training dates are as listed below:

• June 4 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 
• June 10 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm 
• June 20 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 
• June 25 - 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
• Successful applicants may be notified of additional training for Theatre Staff

*The times noted above are tenative and will be confirmed in your Employment Offer*

Camp Dates:

• June 29 - August 28, 2026.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement daily camp activities, including directing, choreography, staging a final performance at the end of each camp session
• Be a source of support and encouragement to all campers
• Modify camp activities to ensure campers with disabilities are able to participate in programs and be fully integrated into the camp setting.
• Ensure there are a variety of activities in the camp program.
• Ensure camp ratios are met at all times.
• Work with the Camp Volunteers to ensure they are included in the programs and have various responsibilities.
• Communicate and interact with participants and make everyone feel welcome
• Ensure campers safety and security throughout the day.
• Complete all necessary forms (accident, incident) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Represent the City of Richmond Hill by presenting yourself in a cooperative, organized, enthusiastic and well-groomed manner.
• Report to work promptly.
• Wear assigned uniform and name tag.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and staff training sessions.
• Know and understand the policies and procedures of the Community Services Department.
• Maintain excellent public relations at all time, with staff and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Candidates must be minimum 15 years of age.
• Background experience and an eagerness to work with children
• Leader In Training Certificate or equivalent
• High Five PHCD Certification
• Standard First Aid and CPR C

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Positive attitude and a team player
• Strong leadership, communication, organization and decision making skills.
• Ability to multi-task
• Requires satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector check 
• Specialty camp staff are expected to demonstrate experience and knowledge in the applicable area.
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Demonstrate the City's corporate values of service, collaboration, care and courage

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrates personal leadership
  
• Builds people and culture
  
• Cultivates open communication
  
• Shapes the future
  
• Navigates and leads through complexity and change
  

Attention Internal Candidates:  All current City of Richmond Hill employees are required to apply via the 'View Jobs for Current Employees' link on the City's Careers Page.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

The City of Richmond Hill is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

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