Camp Wellness & Health Manager

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; Spanish; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking a Wellness Manager for John Island Camp near Spanish, ON. This full-time contract role oversees the health, safety and well-being of campers and staff, including wellness check-ins, first aid and medication distribution.

Reporting to the Camp Director, you will ensure safe operations, maintain records, and support daily camp activities starting May 1, 2026. Nursing study, strong communication and emergency response are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years nursing program or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience administering medications, providing primary care to children and young adults, and promoting health and wellness engagement in a camp setting.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wellness check-ins with parents and campers, including seeing all campers on the first and last days of camp.
• Assess and care for children and staff who are ill, providing treatment in consultation with the on-call physician.
• Safely organize, administer, and distribute medications to campers as required.
• Ensure all first aid kits are properly stocked, both on site and for outtrips.
• Maintain accurate documentation and summary reports for medication administration and Wellness Centre visits.
• Complete daily living accommodation rounds to monitor camper well-being.
• Perform cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure the Wellness Centre remains safe and hygienic.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Medication administration

First Aid / CPR C

Education

Three years nursing program or equivalent

First Aid & CPR C certification (Canada)

WES credential evaluation for foreign education

Job description

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking a Wellness Manager for John Island Camp near Spanish, ON. This full-time contract role oversees the health, safety and well-being of campers and staff, including wellness check-ins, first aid and medication distribution.

Reporting to the Camp Director, you will ensure safe operations, maintain records, and support daily camp activities starting May 1, 2026. Nursing study, strong communication and emergency response are essential.