KIDVENTURE, Summer Day Camp Counsellor (June 25 - Aug 30)
Wasaga Beach, ON, Canada
Temporary
Recreation
Student (High School)
- KIDVENTURE, Summer Day Camp Counsellor
(1 - Temporary Full Time; UP TO 40 hours/week; June 25-August 30, 2026)
The Town of Wasaga Beach is seeking a creative, energetic and self-motivated team player to fulfill the duties and responsibilities of Summer Day Camp Counsellor. (Hours and days of work are subject to camp registration numbers and operational needs)
General Responsibilities: Reporting to the Recreation Coordinator, Camp Counsellors will work as part of a team who are responsible for the development, implementation and delivery of programs to campers 4 to 12 years of age. Camp Counsellors will engage with the campers in a variety of recreation activities by maintaining staff to camper ratios ensuring safety. The successful candidate(s) will be required to communicate effectively with campers, parents, the community and Town staff.
Qualifications:
- Minimum age 16;
- High school diploma and previous leadership training preferred;
- Previous related job experience working with children 0 to 12 years of age;
- Coaching experience in sport and certifications through NCCP or other sport specific accreditation including High Five, considered an asset;
- Experience facilitating children’s activities, such as: sports, recreational activities, crafts and events or tournaments considered an asset;
- Strong interpersonal and effective written and verbal communication skills required;
- Ability to provide exceptional customer service and promote town of Wasaga beach recreation programs;
- Effective problem solving skills required;
- An acceptable and current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference check is required for individuals 18+ years of age;
- Standard First Aid CPR – C with AED certification required;
- General knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
- Ability to lead, work with and contribute positively to a service oriented team;
- Ability to work in inclement weather conditions.
- Available to attend Training on June 29 & 30, 2026
Rate of Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.01 per hour
Closing Date: June 10, 2026 at 4:00pm
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The Town of Wasaga Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process, upon request. Please advise the Town of Wasaga Beach Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, Chapter 25, as amended, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.
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