Camp Counsellor, Camp Wimodausis

WHO WE ARE

As the need for mental health services grows, Child Development Institute (CDI) continues to be the steadfast support and leading provider of specialized mental health services for children and youth aged 0-18 and their families. All of our services are guided by a strength-based approach that incorporates the family and the community in the journey of supporting children and youth.

Trusted with the mental well-being of our community's most vulnerable members, infants and children, all of our programming is backed by rigorous research. Science is the backbone which informs our work as we evolve alongside the needs of our community.

We are committed to providing services that are respectful of racial, cultural, religious, ethnic and linguistic diversity, as well as sexual orientation, age, gender and family differences. All our services are delivered by deeply caring and compassionate teams that guide children, youth and families along a mental health journey in a safe, respectful and welcoming space.

POSITION SUMMARY

Child Development Institute is seeking 8 energetic Camp Counsellors to join our dynamic Camp Wimodausis team. This is a day camp which operates out of CDI St. Clair Gardens site. Under the direction of Coordinator, SNAP West Clinical, the successful candidate will ensure that the conceptualization and delivery of CDI programs and services are consistent with the mission, values, policies, procedures, standards and priorities of the organization and are provided utilizing the SNAP model, an evidence-based CBT program that serves children exhibiting serious behavioral, emotional and/or social challenges.

What the role is all about...

1. Support the planning, implementation and delivery of Camp programs;
2. Ensures effective implementation of specialized therapeutic programming for camp;
3. Completes necessary reports related to the camp;
4. Assists with maintaining camp budget;
5. Acts as a positive role model for children, youth, co-workers and families;
6. Performs other assigned duties as it related to the camp.

What we hope you will bring…

• Bachelor’s level degree in Social Work or Child and Youth Counsellor: CYC diploma or degree or related/working towards;
• Minimum of one (1) years of direct experience with latency age children and adolescents and their families;
• Standard First Aid and CPR;
• Must have a current and valid police records check with vulnerable sector screening;

Skills, Attributes and Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, planning, problem-solving, communication, computer, and financial skills;
• Direct experience in a therapeutic or therapeutic recreational setting is an asset;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel;
• Excellent administrative, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
• Exceptional communication skills, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to assume responsibility and exercise good judgment in making decisions within the scope of authority of the position;
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a respectful and aware manner with groups from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Preferred candidates will have or are working towards experience in the fields of social work, child and youth care, and/or teaching.

Workplace Environment

• Governed by concurrent and dynamic deadlines, despite conflicting priorities and frequent interruptions;
• Occasional travel to other community sites;
• Fast-paced work environment;
• Frequent handling of queries and calls from managers and staff;
• Occasionally required to work flexible hours related to the needs of the camp.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• All applicants are advised that offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Credential verifications and references are required.

Number of positions vacant: 8

COMPENSATION: $18.62 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE: 40hrs per week

CONTRACT PERIOD: June 24, 2025 to August 26, 2025

If you're excited about this role but your experience aligns differently with every requirement, we encourage you to apply. While specific qualifications are strictly required, others can be based on various experiences, backgrounds, and knowledge. We can't promise an interview, but we will consider your whole application.

CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America and the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. We are committed to providing equitable opportunities in employment and to providing a workplace which is free from discrimination and harassment. We are equally committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations, please reach out to us at careers@childdevelop.ca