Summer Day Camp Activity Leader- Central Okanagan

YMCA of Southern Interior BC; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Camp Leader for their child care program for 8 weeks. The role involves overseeing activities for children aged 4-12, ensuring safety and encouraging development through play and education. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership qualities, a valid First Aid certificate, and experience working with youth.

Benefits

Safety training provided

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Over 16 years of age for Recreational Camps.
• Experience working with children and youth with exceptionalities an asset.
• Passion to help children achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing program plans and leading daily activities.
• Ensure the safety of all members and participants.
• Support implementation of play based educational programming.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C

Tools

Valid class 4 operator’s license

Job description

Our Child Care Team is supportive, dynamic, and growing! We are looking for individuals who are energetic, active, responsible, and caring. This role is a temporary, full-time position for 8 weeks commencing on June 16th with 35 hours per week and the potential to continue into a permanent, part-time position. Flexible shifts are available during the week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.

This is a federally funded position and applicants must:

• Be between 16-30 years of age
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
  
  

Are you ready to make a difference in children's lives and be part of an amazing team? Apply now to join us as a YMCA Camp Leader!

If the following sounds like a good day at work, this job might be for you!

• Assist with implementing program plans and leading daily activities in accordance with YMCA standards and program expectations, based on program theme and age of participants.
• Foster healthy, meaningful relationships and provide a place to belong for children, families, and colleagues
• Actively interacts with children ages 4-12 as a play partner
• Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff and property
• Lead high quality program planning, incorporating the Y’s values
• Maintain safety and supervision in accordance with provincial licensing requirements and standards
• Support implementation of play based educational programming, including interactive play, literacy, mathematics, science, building, drama, games, team building, daily physical activity, and sports
• Participate in YMCA of Southern Interior BC community initiatives
  
  

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Over 16 years of age for Recreational Camps
• Over 19 years of age with your Responsible Adult (or 20 hours of professional development relating to children’s health, nutrition, safety, development and/or guidance) for licensed camps
• Valid class 4 operator’s license (is an asset)
• Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C
• Experience working with children and youth with exceptionalities an asset
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Passion to help children achieve their full potential through purposeful programming and implementation
  
  

Competencies:

• Commitment to Mission, Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
• Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individual's YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
• Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions, listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information, best practices, and resources with colleagues.
  
  

The YMCA’s Commitment to Trust, Safety and Equality:

As part of a trusted charitable organization, you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey, you will be required to:

• Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer, Supervisor or Colleague)
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.
  
  

The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of color and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.

Application Deadline: May 21, 2025