Junior Camp Leader Roles

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

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking Junior Camp Leaders in Belleville to assist in supervising and implementing camp games and activities for children aged 4 to 17. Applicants should be enrolled in high school or equivalent and possess valid safety certifications. The role requires strong teamwork and the ability to manage children's activities, adhering to safety protocols and ensuring a fun environment. Positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to work outdoors throughout the summer.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Outdoor work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum enrolled in Highschool, college, university or equivalent.
• Valid current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certification.
• Valid High Five, Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision of activities for children ages 4 to 17.
• Ensure safety and proper handling of equipment.
• Participate in daily activities with campers.

Skills

Experience working with children

Teamwork and supervision skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Enrolled in Highschool, college, university or equivalent

Tools

Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certification

High Five certification

Job description

JUNIOR CAMP LEADER ROLES

Department: Community Services Department - Recreation Division

File Number: SV25-158

Location: Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre (265 Cannifton Road, Belleville, ON)

Hours: 41 hours per week, 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday, with Tuesdays being 8:00am – 6:15pm. Note: Training hours (June) will differ.

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: $18.09 - $19.30 per hour

Closing Date: Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM

Applicants are required to select which roles they are interested in applying to via the application questionnaire and may be considered for all positions under this job posting.

Purpose and Scope

As a member of the Community Services Department, this staff person will assist the Senior Leader to provide safe supervision and to organize and implement games and activities for children ages 4 to 17 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the City of Belleville in a professional manner with appropriate actions and conduct.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of the participants and follow all rules and regulations set out by the Department and/or outside organizations.
• Assist with the development, implementation, supervision and evaluation of the daily activities, to ensure a successful program.
• Assist with the proper handling and care of the equipment, supplies and facilities utilized, and report damage or losses to the Camp Coordinator.
• Assist with the daily cleanliness of the facility.
• Assist with the completion of the required administrative forms (e.g., accident forms, supply requests, special event forms, etc.).
• Participate in daily activities with the campers (including swimming).
• Act as Senior Leader if the Senior Leader is absent.
• Supervise participants during the extended hours service, when scheduled.
• Attend all staff training sessions and scheduled staff meetings.
• Provide timely, accurate information to the Camp Coordinator and respond appropriately to their decisions and directions.
• Make decisions around child safety, supervision, activity planning, and camper’s behaviour management. Junior Leaders must also assist in problem solving during behavioural incidents, parental complaints, or concerned community members while in public spaces. In escalated situations, they would call their Senior Leader or the Coordinator for assistance.
• Perform all tasks and responsibilities through the lens of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, ensuring commitment to fairness, representation, accessibility and respect for diverse perspectives and cultures in all aspects of work.

Note: the above duties and responsibilities are not to be construed as all-inclusive.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum enrolled in Highschool, college, university or equivalent.
• Valid current Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certification.
• Valid High Five, Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSC) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.
• Previous experience working with children (example: babysitting).
• Experience leading children’s activities like crafts, games, music and sports.

Asset Qualifications

• Babysitting Course.
• Enrolment in a post-secondary school child-related, recreation, social work, or related field of study.
• Completion of a Leader-In-Training program.
• Previous experience as a camp leader or volunteer.

JUNIOR CAMP LEADER (GENERAL)

Number of Positions Available: 10

These positions will be general in nature and be associated with a variety of games and activities throughout the summer. In addition to the qualifications listed above:

Asset Qualifications

• Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor qualifications.
• NCCP Coaching certifications.

JUNIOR CAMP LEADER (SPORTS)

Number of Positions Available: 1

This position will focus specifically on sports and recreation related activities. In addition to the qualifications listed above:

Required Qualifications

• Experience as a participant in sport discipline(s).

Asset Qualifications

• Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor qualifications.
• NCCP Coaching certifications.
• Experience coaching/instructing sport programs to children of various ages.
• Experience as a sport referee or official.

SENIOR CAMP LEADER (THEATRE)

Number of Positions Available: 1

This position will focus specifically on theatre and drama related activities. In addition to the qualifications listed above:

Required Qualifications

• Experience in theatre either as a participant or work/volunteer experience.

SENIOR CAMP LEADER (WATER)

Number of Positions Available: 1

This position will focus on aquatic-related sports and activities, along with regular camp activities. In addition to the qualifications listed above:

Required Qualifications

• Valid current Bronze Cross certification.

Asset Qualifications

• National Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor qualifications.
• NCCP Coaching certifications.
• Experience leading swimming and water activities like (canoe, synchro, diving, underwater activities, etc).

Recruitment Process

Stage 1 – Interviews: Interviews with candidates selected for the interview stage will be scheduled between February 20, 2026 and February 22, 2026.

Stage 2 – Offer Letter and Onboarding Paperwork: Offers will go out before the end of March 2026 and a date will be included in all offer letters for return of onboarding paperwork.

Stage 3 – Start Date: The anticipated commencement of this position is June 6, 2026 to June 28, 2026 (training, reduced schedule), regular schedule from June 29, 2026 until September 4, 2026.

How to Apply

www.belleville.ca/careers

We thank all applicants who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please be advised that the City of Belleville uses email to communicate with their applicants for open job postings. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked frequently and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time‑sensitive correspondence regarding recruitments via email, it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the job posting.

Applicants will be required to provide at their own expense a satisfactory criminal reference check dated within the past six (6) months and, if deemed a requirement of the position, a driver’s abstract to the Human Resources Department on or before the date of the interview but no later than the commencement of employment if selected.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Belleville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Division to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Personal information and any supporting material will be administered in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).