Youth Summer Camp Counselor

St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club is seeking Camp Counselors for their Youth Summer Camp Programs. The role involves leading activities for youth aged 13-17, creating a safe environment, and providing leadership during programs. Candidates must meet specific age and certification requirements, with a focus on inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Must be aged 15-30 at employment start.
• Current First Aid/CPR-C certification required.
• Police Reference Check upon hiring.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead youth groups.
• Create a safe and enjoyable environment.
• Develop and facilitate fun activities.

Skills

Sports

Arts

Swimming

Recreation

Education

Health

Nutrition

Supervision

Program Planning

Decision-Making

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

University or College Student

Job description

BGC Weston-Mount Dennis Club is seeking enthusiastic, energetic, and dedicated individuals for our Youth Summer Camp Programs. As a Camp Counselor, your role is to provide a fun, safe, and supportive environment for participants aged 13 to 17 years.

This year's youth programs include sports, art expression, leadership, and girls/female-identifying programs. Experience in these areas is not mandatory but is preferred to promote diversity. Your main responsibility will be to provide leadership during these activities. The summer programs include: She's Empowered/Boys2Me, BGC Rhythm & Flow, Battle of the Sports, and Next Gen Council Committee.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and lead youth groups in a group setting
• Create a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants
• Develop and facilitate fun, creative, and inclusive activities
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are safe and in working condition
• Complete administrative tasks such as attendance, incident reports, and program plans
• Develop and plan programs for youth aged 13-17
• Work comfortably with youth with exceptionalities and special needs
• Ensure programs are safe, age-appropriate, inclusive, non-competitive, and skill-based
• Participate in two one-week camping trips to Ontario Parks
• Assist in maintaining safety and security, responding to incidents as per policies
• Attend staff training and orientation
• Supervise participants, following guidelines and procedures
• Manage conflicts and behavior issues with corrective techniques
• Report to Program Managers and Supervisors
• Assist with other club events as needed
• Maintain professional relationships with peers, members, volunteers, and parents
• Attend scheduled meetings

Qualifications:

• Meet all "Canada Summer Jobs" requirements:
• Be aged 15-30 at employment start
• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or refugee protected under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally eligible to work under provincial/territorial laws
• Minimum high school diploma; university or college students encouraged to apply
• Experience working with youth 13+
• Skills in sports, arts, swimming, recreation, education, health, or nutrition
• Supervision and program planning skills
• Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Current First Aid/CPR-C certification (or obtain before start date)
• Police Reference Check upon hiring
• High Five - Principles of Health Child Development training is an asset
• Valid Driver's License is an asset
• Experience with music, art, dance, facilitating workshops, and program execution
• Experience with individuals with exceptionalities and special needs is an asset

Contract Details:

June 23, 2025 – August 15, 2025

Mandatory training from June 23 to June 27

Hours: 35-37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday

Availability: 5 days/week (mandatory)

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Location: 106 Emmett Ave

Wages: Starting at $17.20 to $18.00/hour