Counselling Team Lead

YMCA of Northeastern Ontario; North Bay; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is seeking a Counselling Team Lead for the John Island Camp near Spanish, ON. This full-time contract role supports program planning and delivers camper-centered experiences, supervising counsellors and coordinating programs.

Starting May 1, 2026, pay is $18.00–$19.50 per hour. The successful candidate will mentor staff, manage scheduling, ensure safety, and contribute to high-quality camper outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• OSSD considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience at summer camps or outdoor centres.
• Experience supervising staff in a camp setting.
• First Aid and CPR-C certification required.
• Wilderness First Aid is an asset.
• Knowledgeable in camp practices, program planning, and risk management.
• Experience planning, facilitating and delivering programs in an overnight camp.
• Strong mentoring, coaching and counsellor support skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organization and time management.
• Bilingual English/French considered an asset.
• Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support all camp programming, including evenings, themed days and activities.
• Assist Camper Care Manager with camper check-ins.
• Support counsellors in planning and delivering their programs.
• Address camper concerns and provide in-cabin support as needed.
• Build positive relationships and serve as a role model for campers and staff.
• Train, manage, evaluate and support counsellors for high-quality delivery.
• Coordinate and schedule counsellors and participate in programming as needed.
• Provide constructive feedback and performance evaluations to counsellors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Association.

Skills

Mentoring

Coaching

Staff supervision

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) asset

Job description

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.

At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we’ve championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.

We are currently looking for Counselling Team Lead to join our team of committed professionals. This Full-time Contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario’s John Island Camp location near Spanish, ON.

Under the leadership of the Camper Care Manager and the Director of John Island Camp, the Counselling Team Lead is responsible for supporting program planning and delivery to ensure a high-quality camper experience. The role includes overseeing and supporting counsellors, as well as developing, implementing, and coordinating programs with a camper-focused approach. The ideal candidate is dynamic, able to work collaboratively as part of a progressive team, enjoys working with children, and can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

START DATE

May 1, 2026

LOCATION

YMCA John Island Camp

RATE OF PAY

$18.00-$19.50

Major Responsibilities

• Oversee, and support all camp programming, including evening programs, themed days, and special activities
• Assist the Camper Care Manager with camper check-ins
• Support counsellors in planning and delivering their programs
• Address camper concerns and provide in-cabin support as needed
• Build positive relationships and serve as a role model for campers and staff
• Train, manage, evaluate, and support counsellors to ensure high-quality program delivery
• Coordinate and schedule counsellors, and participate in programming as needed
• Provide constructive feedback and performance evaluations to counsellors
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Association

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working at summer camps or outdoor centres
• Experience supervising staff in a camp setting
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification is required
• Current Wilderness First Aid is considered an asset
• Knowledgeable in camp practices, program planning, and risk management considerations
• Experience planning, facilitating, and delivering programs in an overnight camp setting
• Skilled in mentoring, coaching, and supporting counsellors
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Bilingualism (English and French) considered an asset
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

This job posting is for the creation of an applicant pool and is not intended to fill a current vacancy at this time.

Job Details

Job Family: Outdoor Education & Camping Services

Pay Type: Hourly

Employment Indicator: Seasonal

Education Level: High School

Spanish, ON P0P 2A0, Canada