Senior Camp Leader (Inclusion Resource)

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

Job summary

A local government entity in Belleville seeks a Senior Camp Leader to provide leadership and support for children and youth programs. The role involves managing safety, providing adaptive programming, and evaluating success. Candidates should possess qualifications in child-related fields and have at least two years of experience in recreational or educational settings. Offering between $18.75 - $20.54 per hour, this position focuses on equity and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary student or graduate in a child-related field.
• Valid current Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid High Five and Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
• Successful Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSC) required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and supervision of participants.
• Assist with the development and implementation of daily activities.
• Evaluate program success and submit reports.
• Participate in daily activities with campers.

Skills

Child & Youth Worker

Behaviour Management Techniques

Program Planning

First Aid Certification

Education

Post-secondary education in Child & Youth Worker, Behavioural Science, or related field

Valid ‘G’ Driver’s License

Job description

SENIOR CAMP LEADER (INCLUSION RESOURCE)

Department: Community Services Department - Recreation Division

Number of Positions: Three (3)

File Number: SV25-156

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

Hours: 35 hours per week, between 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, alternate Tuesdays until 6:15pm. Note: Training hours (June) will differ.

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: $18.75 - $20.54 per hour

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

Purpose and Scope

As a member of the Community Services Department, this position will provide leadership, support and resources for staff working with children and youth ages 4-17 years. The role involves providing adaptive and behaviour management modifications for age-appropriate programming for other leaders, and working directly with these children to provide assistance as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and supervision of 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 daily activities to ensure a successful program.
• Assist with the proper handling and care of equipment, supplies and facilities, and report damages or losses to the Camp Coordinator.
• Be a resource to fellow leaders regarding adaptive programming requirements to better meet the needs of campers with both identified and unidentified behaviour and/or diagnosed campers who require specialized programming.
• Ensure the completion and submission of required administrative forms (e.g., accident forms, supply requests, special event forms).
• Participate in daily activities with campers (including swimming).
• Evaluate overall program success; submit reports and feedback to the Camp Coordinator.
• Attend all Summer 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, camper behaviour management, and evaluating programs. Also solve problems and implement solutions to children’s special programming/accommodation needs.
• 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

• Post‑secondary student or graduate studying Child & Youth Worker, Behavioural Science, Education, Social Services, or another child‑related field.
• Valid current Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
• Valid High Five and Principles of Healthy Child Development certification.
• Valid ‘G’ Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle (required for some positions).
• Successful Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSC) prior to commencing work at the City of Belleville.
• Minimum of two (2) years/seasons of experience as a Junior Program Leader or equivalent experience working with children in a recreational or educational setting.
• Experience with program/lesson planning, design, development, and implementation of age‑appropriate activities.
• Experience working with special needs children and making modifications to program planning.
• Experience implementing behaviour management techniques with children.

Asset Qualifications

• NCCP Coaching certifications.
• Supervisory experience.

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: 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

Visit www.belleville.ca/careers for application instructions. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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).