Children & Youth Coordinator - Camps

City of Kitchener; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking experienced and dynamic coordinators for a summer camp role. This position involves leading a team to provide engaging experiences for children. Responsibilities include staff training, program delivery, and daily operations management. Candidates must have previous experience in children's programming, a Grade 12 diploma, and valid first aid certification. The role requires strong leadership and organizational skills to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for participants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two seasons with a camp or related children’s programming experience.
• Experience in leading staff in a child programming environment, providing coaching and support.

Responsibilities

• Interact with staff, participants, and parents/caregivers.
• Assist in training Camp Leaders.
• Implement procedures for children’s programs.
• Purchase supplies and assist in program evaluation.

Skills

Team building skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Job description

Overview

This is a temporary position from June 1st to September 4th.

We are looking for experienced and dynamic coordinators to lead our camp team this summer. As part of the team, you will help to deliver exciting camp experiences for children. You will be responsible for supporting and guiding staff teams as they deliver memorable camp programming and will help to ensure the smooth day‑to‑day operations of our summer camp program.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with staff, participants, parents/caregivers, community members/agencies, to provide program information and support.
• Assists in the delivery of training of Camp Leaders.
• Implements established procedures for children’s programs.
• Purchases supplies.
• Assists with annual review and evaluation of programs.
• Assesses programs and makes recommendations for future programming.
• Contacts guest speakers as required.
• Submits ongoing paperwork (e.g., time sheets for payroll, parent packages, accident/incident reports, attendance).
• Responds to participants immediate concerns/needs and communicates to parents/caregivers and other staff/supervisor daily to ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants during programming (environment, equipment/supplies, behaviour, emergency procedures, etc.).
• Acts on‑site as a resource to staff regarding program planning, conflict resolution and behaviour management. Ensures that staff provide safe and age‑appropriate activities in programs.
• Consults with Inclusion Coordinator and staff on behaviour management and program management concerns. Directs parents/caregivers to Inclusion Services in order to arrange one‑on‑one support.
• Facilitates the smooth integration of inclusion staff, private inclusion support workers and volunteers into the program.
• Adheres to policies established for City of Kitchener facilities when applying sound judgment in assessing, responding to and reporting situations related to campers (e.g., behaviour management/conflict, accident/incidents, facility issues, patron needs, etc.) calmly and effectively.
• Assists with writing final summer report prior to completion of program.
• Provides first aid as required and administers prescription medication according to parent direction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

• Grade 12 diploma

Experience

• Minimum of two seasons with a camp or related children’s programming experience.
• Experience in leading staff in a child programming environment, providing coaching and support.

Additional Requirements

• Standard First Aid and CPR Level “C” Certification
• Valid G2 Drivers License
• Access to reliable transportation
• Must be 18 years old by start of employment
• Vulnerable sectors check issued following the date of offer of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrated team player with team building skills
• Organized and can coordinate staff and programs at multiple sites
• Strong leader who enjoys creating a fun atmosphere for children across the city of Kitchener.