2026 Day Camp On

On Site Program Coordinator - Orillia

Reports to: On Site Supervisor

Supports: Counsellors, Volunteers

General Function:

On Site Program Coordinators are responsible for assisting in the development and delivery of the daily creative, fun, and interactive programming. They provide ongoing support to all counsellors and volunteers, and act as the On Site Supervisor's designate when they are absent. On Site Program Coordinators are program delivery experts and are always prepared with a variety of back pocket games and transition activity ideas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Act as a role model for all staff and volunteers. Coach other staff to effectively lead age appropriate programming. Take the lead in volunteer intake, scheduling, support, and hours tracking.
• Programming: Develop and implement age appropriate program curriculum in line with the YMCA values and CATCH philosophy. Lead and participate in all programs and actively swim with campers each day.
• Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service to all campers, parents/guardians, and service providers as a representative of the YMCA. Demonstrate a strong support of and commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA of Canada.
• Administration: Maintain an accurate program equipment inventory and list of program equipment purchase needs. Provide newsletter information to the On Site Coordinator each week. Participate in weekly staff meetings. Complete all necessary paperwork.
• Assist On Site Supervisor with all duties and administration.
• Additional responsibilities: Additional duties may be added and roles altered to support operations.

Competencies:

• Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.
• Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.
• Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children regardless of ability.
• Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
• Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to identified needs.
• Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness.
• Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new ideas that will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.

Qualifications:

• Standard First Aid and CPR C
• National Lifeguard considered an asset at Geneva Park, Midland, and Springwater.
• Must be a minimum 18 years of age as of December 31, 2025.
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sectors Screening. Applicants are advised to begin the Criminal Record Check process early as it may take several weeks to obtain results.

Salary: $700/Week

Contract Dates: June 8th to September 4th (no work on July 1st or August 3rd )

About us:

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registered charity committed to fostering healthy communities by empowering children, youth, and families, promoting well-being, and encouraging social responsibility.

Our YMCA employs over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serve tens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs such as childcare, camps, health and fitness, leadership development, employment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming. We offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensure accessibility for those who cannot afford to participate.

Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We empower children and youth to become strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka successfully raises over $1 million each year through strategic campaigns.

Applications will remain open until filled.

This role is for an existing vacancy that is available or will be available at the time of fulfillment.

We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. We are dedicated to fostering brave spaces of acceptance and inclusivity for every person who connects with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We seek to make every interaction with the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka, a barrier-free experience. Individuals requesting accommodation in the hiring process or job postings in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources department at

In keeping with our commitment to child and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check and employment reference checks. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position. Police Records Checks must be renewed every three years.