Summer Camp Staff
Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer job? Do you love being outdoors? Do you have experience working with children? If so, working at YMCA Northumberland’s Summer Day Camp provides you with a rewarding opportunity to gain experience in a day camp setting. We are looking for enthusiastic, creative, responsible and caring individuals to join our Seasonal Camp Staff team. Starting rate is $16.60 per hour.
Job Responsibilities:
• Responsible for planning and implementing various camp programs such as art and crafts, sports, cooperative small
• and large group games and all camp wide theme days
• Ensures program plans are being followed and that campers are having a fun, safe and engaging camp experience
• Ensures campers are being safely supervised and supported at all times during the day
• Participates enthusiastically in all camp programs with campers; including swimming times and theme days
• Acts as a role model for children, youth and fellow staff through embodying the values of the YMCA
• Responsible for attending all staff trainings and meetings
• Ensures administrative duties are completed accurately and on-time
Job Qualifications:
• Minimum 16 years of age
• Current Standard First Aid/ CPR “C” certification
• Experience in program development and delivery
• Experience in a camp setting is an asset
• National Lifeguard or Bronze Cross certification is an asset
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check/Employee Statement required prior to first day worked . Police Checks are reviewed
• on a case by case basis
YMCA Northumberland is a growing service organization, with over 300 employees and 130 volunteers, with Membership Centres in Brighton, Campbellford, and Cobourg . YMCA Northumberland also operates 25 licensed Child Care Centres, 5 Early ON Child and Family Centres and a variety of outreach and seasonal programs, which focus on child development across Northumberland. YMCA Northumberland welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Please submit your letter of application, resume, and copies of all qualifications by March 20, 2026 to:
Leanne Clarke, General Manager—Health, Fitness and Aquatics
YMCA Northumberland
339 Elgin St. West, Cobourg ON K9A 4X5
leanne.clarke@nrt.ymca.ca
Only those being considered for the position will be contacted