Job detail
Day Camp Counsellor
YMCA of Northeastern Ontario
CONTRACT, TEMPORARY
Posted 3/17/2026
Location
Callander, Ontario
Salary
CA$18 - CA$18 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The day camp counsellor is responsible for planning and delivering daily programs such as group games, crafts, and swimming to ensure participant satisfaction under the guidance of supervisors. Major duties include supervising participants, applying behavior management techniques, ensuring safety, and communicating daily with parents.
Requirements summary
Candidates should preferably possess an ontario secondary school diploma and have experience leading group activities with children aged 6 to 12, such as babysitting. Essential qualifications include current standard first aid and cpr c certification, along with a satisfactory police record with vulnerable sector check.
high schoolTeamworkCommunicationSafety ProceduresAttendance TrackingTask ManagementSupervisionBehavior ManagementInventory MaintenanceProgram DeliveryProgram PlanningParent CommunicationSwimmingCraftsWorking With ChildrenParticipant SatisfactionGroup Games
Benefits
- Team Events
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Staff Recognition
- Paid Personal/Sick Days
- Free Ymca Membership
- 10% Off Family Membership