Seasonal 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 $17.60 per hour.
Job Responsibilities:
-Responsible for program planning and delivery of program for campers who require assistance
-Counselor support and mentoring on behaviour management, problem solving, and o0correct administrative completion
- Incident report and behavioural report management and submission
- Provides routine updates to Teams Leads on camper behavioural concerns
-Responsible for parent communication
-Development of individual camper plan of action
-Actively engaged and participates in all camp programs with campers
-Ensures a fun, safe and healthy outdoor experience for children and youth ages 5-15
-Responsible for attending all staff trainings
Job Qualifications:
-Minimum 18 years of age
-Experience in behavioral management
-Current Standard First Aid/ CPR “C” certification
-Experience in program development and delivery
-National Lifeguard, National Lifeguard Waterfront or Bronze Cross certification is an asset
-Police Vulnerable Sector Check required prior to first day worked. Police Checks are reviewed on a case-by-case basis
-Experience in a camp setting is an asset
-Diploma/Degree in Child/Youth Worker or Educational Assistant an asset
-Strong communication and team work abilities
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
Email leanne.clarke@nrt.ymca.ca
Only those being considered for the position will be contacted