Natural Arts & Crafts Program Lead - Summer Camp

Ymca Gta; Torrance; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

YMCA Camp Pine Crest in Torrance, Ontario is seeking a Natural Arts & Crafts Program Head to deliver engaging art activities for campers and leadership participants. The role supports staff in delivering high-quality programming and maintains the program area and resources.

Responsibilities include planning and leading arts activities, coordinating with the Program Coordinator, guiding staff, and ensuring safety standards while fostering teamwork and positive camp experiences.

Qualifications

• Must hold First Aid and CPR certification meeting Ontario WSIB requirements and YMCA policies.
• Minimum two years of camp experience.
• National Lifeguard certification strongly preferred.
• Experience with and passion for a variety of artistic mediums (e.g., pottery, photo development).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead natural arts and crafts programs for cabins and leadership participants, teaching campers various art forms.
• Coordinate with the Program Coordinator to plan activities, section nights and events.
• Provide guidance to staff to ensure a safe and positive program experience and relay concerns promptly.
• Supervise participants and staff during programming and oversee staff facilitation of arts and crafts.
• Maintain safety and quality of arts programs, inventory, and address safety or organizational concerns.
• Support counsellors in delivering cabin programs and promote arts programming camp-wide.
• Assist the Resource Team with clubs, inclusion coverage, and other duties as assigned.
• Complete administrative tasks related to arts programs and duties.

Skills

First Aid & CPR

Lifeguard Certification

Camp Experience

Mentoring Staff

Public Speaking

Teamwork

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility Hours

Commitment to DEI

Job description

YMCA Camp Pine Crest in Torrance, Ontario is seeking a Natural Arts & Crafts Program Head to deliver engaging art activities for campers and leadership participants. The role supports staff in delivering high-quality programming and maintains the program area and resources.

Responsibilities include planning and leading arts activities, coordinating with the Program Coordinator, guiding staff, and ensuring safety standards while fostering teamwork and positive camp experiences.