Camp Counsellor

1 week ago

Caledon, Ontario, Canada Town of Caledon Full time

Job Details

Description
The Town of Caledon is a dynamic municipality that successfully balances urban, rural and agricultural communities. Our energetic staff are guided by our core values that create an environment for continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

In addition to offering exciting career opportunities, the Town also provides a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Come see how you can
make a difference
.
The Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Programmer, Specialty Programs this role is responsible for ensuring camp participants have a positive experience and working in accordance with the Town of Caledon guidelines, practices and procedures on recreational programs and customer service excellence.

As the Camp Counsellor, Inclusion Counsellor, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

  • Ensure fun, safe, and healthy camp experience for the children in your care by implementing program plans as defined by Camp Coordinators and modify if necessary.
  • Supervise and be accountable for camp participants; always ensure knowledge of participants' whereabouts.
  • Provide appropriate, challenging, and fun camp activities for participants of all ages and abilities
  • Provide team leadership to other Counselors or volunteers in the implementation of the program and delivery of the camp program
  • Perform daily administrative tasks (i.e. camp attendance, camp preparation, behaviour logs and complete Injury and Incident Reports as needed)
  • Daily interaction with parents/guardians and ensuring safe arrival/departure of campers
  • Modify program plans, if necessary, based on the needs of individual participants in your care in accordance with requests and guidelines outlined in the participant profile; with assistance from the Inclusion Coordinator/Director.
  • Identify, monitor, address and report behaviours that impact the camp program experience.
  • Provide individualized support to participants with a disability/diverse needs.
  • Must come prepare daily to accompany participants into the pool.
  • Exhibit positive and professional behaviours with all participants, parents, and co-workers
  • Comply with all Town of Caledon policies and procedures
  • Participate in all staff training and meetings as outlines by Camp Director/Coordinator
  • Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate must meet the following skills & qualifications:

  • Current certification in Standard First Aid and CPR 'C' Certification.
  • Certification in HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development is an asset.
  • Completion of a Leader in Training and/or Counselor in Training course with the Town of Caledon is an asset.
  • Demonstrates customer service excellence that reflects Caledon's quality standards: accurate, courteous, responsive, and easy to navigate.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Organizational skills with and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Superior interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrates ability to make decisions.
  • Demonstrates ability to exercise significant discretion and sensitivity.
  • Experience working in a camp environment or with children; must work well with children and maintain professional relationships with parents/guardians.

Additional Qualifications For The Inclusion Counselor Include

  • Specialized training or direct work experience with children with a disability/special need

Working Conditions & Settings

  • Physical activity involving active movement, lifts and transfers (ex. lifting, pulling, pushing; lifting up to 50lbs)
  • Regular travel to various town camp locations.
  • Regular exposure to stressful situations. May be exposed to some conflict and emotionally charged situations.
  • General environment consists of various active camp locations, including indoor and outdoor spaces.
  • Accompany participants in the pool is a mandatory component of the role.
  • Must be prepared to work with participants with varying needs, behaviours and abilities.
  • Must be prepared to work in a physical active environment that includes but not limited to running, extensive walking and pushing a wheelchair or stroller.

Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.
The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace.  If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at Ext. 4738.
Applications for this posting will be accepted until
February 16
th
, 2026, at 12:00pm**

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