CFY Day Camp Coordinator

Avanti Software Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant organization dedicated to community impact as a Day Camp Coordinator. In this role, you will lead a team of enthusiastic camp counsellors, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. Your responsibilities will include hiring and training staff, managing camp logistics, and fostering positive relationships with families and campers. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about recreation and community service, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Complimentary YMCA Membership

Program Discounts

Leadership Development Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Paid Recertification and Training

Qualifications

• Experience in managing and training staff is essential.
• First Aid certification is mandatory within the last year.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and supervise day camp counsellors.
• Conduct hazard assessments and manage equipment inventories.
• Facilitate communication with staff, parents, and campers.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

First Aid Certification

Experience with Disabilities

Education

Degree/Diploma in Recreation Therapy

Physical Education/Kinesiology

Education

Job description

YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.

Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, child-care support, language instruction, mental health support, lowered financial barriers, and more. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.

Day Camp Coordinator
Melcor YMCA at Crowfoot
Salary: $19.95/hour - $22.17/hour
Start Date: May 20th, 2025
End Date: August 29th, 2025

Due to Camping Association Standards, counsellors must be 16 years of age or older.

You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:

1. Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
2. Program discounts;
3. Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
4. Leadership award opportunities;
5. Scholarship opportunities;
6. Paid recertification and training.

What qualifications are we looking for?

Qualifications include:

1. Completed or pursuing a degree/diploma in Recreation Therapy, Recreation Management, Physical Education/Kinesiology, Education, Communication Rehabilitation, Special Education or related education is an asset.
2. Previous YMCA day camp or overnight camp experience is an asset.
3. Must have previous experience working with persons with disabilities and a solid understanding of the integration process.
4. Supervisory experience is an asset.
5. Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
6. Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search.
7. Three professional references.

What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?

Reporting to the Day Camp Supervisor, the Day Camp Coordinator will:

1. Hire, train and provide coaching and performance management for day camp counsellors.
2. Supervise and evaluate all Day Camp Counsellors on an ongoing basis; support counsellors with pre-summer goal setting, and mid/end-of-summer performance evaluations.
3. Complete on-site field trip hazard assessments, field trip scheduling and bussing bookings.
4. Manage and purchase equipment and supply inventories.
5. Assist with program registration for Day Camps and provide support for medical forms and parent communication.
6. Collaborate with representatives that the branch to organize space booking and schedules for Day Camps.
7. Ensure that YMCA Camp Counsellors are providing safe and engaging programs while following YMCA policies and procedures; assist with daily camp duties, camper supervision, be in ratio, and perform site maintenance.
8. Demonstrate role model behavior when dealing with staff, campers, and members.
9. Facilitate communication with counsellors, parents, campers, branch staff, and the Day Camp Manager; respond to parent/guardian concerns in a professional manner.
10. Complete all required administrative tasks including organizing rosters and medical forms.
11. Plan and implement weekly staff meetings; complete biweekly counselor schedules for Day Camp Counsellors.
12. Attend all meetings and in-services and play an active role in regional training for Day Camp Counsellors.

What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?

Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:

1. Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
2. Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
3. Creating a Culture of Community: Gathering people to purpose and vision.
4. Making Intentional Impact: Intending to make a difference every day.
5. Thinking and Acting Strategically: Applying thoughts, words, and actions in service to the vision.
6. Applying Business Acumen: Demonstrating excellence in technical skills and stewarding the YMCA Business Model.
7. Innovating: Ability to know your environment, initiate and respond effectively to changing conditions.

Please note that evidence of a clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search is a requirement.

YMCA Calgary is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a valid Canadian work permit. YMCA Calgary is currently not engaged in international recruitment efforts as we are required to demonstrate that we have exhausted all means of recruitment both locally and nationally.

Potential candidates will only be contacted if selected for an interview.

All applications are to be submitted online but for any position specific concerns or questions, please email [e-mail].