March Break Camp - Inclusion Staff

Clarington; California; On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $20.00–$20.65

March Break 2027

Job summary

The Municipality of Clarington seeks dynamic frontline staff to support March Break camp programs for participants with exceptionalities. You will assist with inclusive activities, ensure safety, and promote a welcoming environment.

Ideal candidates are at least 16, with experience in supervising children and developing adaptive programming. First Aid/CPR-C certification is preferred and PHCD knowledge is an asset.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and demonstrate maturity and responsibility.
• Experience supervising children with disabilities or other special needs.
• Experience developing adaptive programming for inclusive participation.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification is an asset; must obtain if not held.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily recreation activities with inclusive adaptations.
• Provide 1:1 or 1:2 participant support to ensure positive experiences.
• Ensure participant safety at all times.
• Support diverse, welcoming and developmentally appropriate programs.
• Collect attendance and maintain weekly statistics.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Supervising children

Adaptive programming

Education

Related field student

Tools

First Aid CPR

Job description

Clarington is a community full of possibilities. As one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region, Clarington is home to over 107,000 residents across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. With our population expected to double by 2051, Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and small-town charm. We’re known for our thriving energy and agricultural sectors, vibrant historic downtowns, and exceptional quality of life. Our team thrives in a collaborative environment that promotes work-life balance and meaningful community impact. We value accountability, integrity, and respect, and we are deeply committed to fostering equity, inclusion, and diversity in the workplace. Together, we’re building a stronger Clarington — for today and for future generations.

The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?

About the Role

Vacancy Statement: Unless specifically stated, all job postings at the Municipality of Clarington are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

Work Model:Front Line

The Municipality of Clarington’s Public Services Department, Community Services, Division is looking for dynamic, thoughtful, and resourceful staff to work with recreation program participants with exceptionalities. The Municipality provides support for participants who require additional assistance to be successful attending our March Break camp programs. The March Break Day camps operate from March 15 through March 19, 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing daily recreation program activities; suggest / implement program and environmental adaptations to create an inclusive environment.
• Supervising and interacting with participants by providing 1:1 or 1:2 support to ensure they have a positive experience through the adaptation of planned activities and to provide an inclusive experience supporting their involvement in all activities.
• Ensuring the safety of participants at all times.
• Ensuring programs are welcoming of diversity and uniqueness, safe and developmentally appropriate.
• Support the healthy development of children through the High Five Principles of Healthy Development.
• Collecting accurate attendance figures daily and maintain weekly statistics.
• Communicating effectively with co-workers and supervisors. On-going effective communication with the families / guardians of participants of inclusion services to discuss participant needs and strategies for success.
• When necessary, assisting recreation program participants with self-care needs (children's programs only). Examples of self-care include but are not limited to toileting, changing of clothes and / or diapers, lifts, and transfers, feeding (enforcing specialized diets, hand over hand, opening packages, spoon feeding).
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Candidates must be a minimum of 16 years of age and exhibit maturity, responsibility, and leadership qualities.
• Previous work / volunteer experience supervising children (between ages 4 and 15 years of age), specifically those with disabilities or other special needs.
• Experience developing and implementing adaptive programming for participants to provide inclusion of children and/or adults with exceptionalities in programs.
• Currently enrolled in a related field is an asset (i.e., Educational Assistant, Nursing, Therapeutic Recreation, Developmental Services Support Worker etc.).
• Demonstrated experience providing positive leadership to children.
• Demonstrated experience providing excellent customer service.
• Proof of current Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certification would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a Standard First Aid and CPR “C” certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Certificate in High 5 Principles of Healthy Child Development (PHCD) would be an asset at time of interview. Successful candidates must obtain a PHCD certificate at employee’s expense prior to commencing employment.
• Current certification in Behaviour Management Systems training would be an asset.

What we offer

• Rate of pay: $20.00 per hour (2026 rate) / $20.65 per hour (2027).
• Hours of work: Successful candidates will be required to complete scheduled training prior to the start of camp and work up to a maximum of 40 hours per week during March break, March 15 through 19, 2027 pending successful camp registrations

Additional Information

A satisfactory criminal record check with a vulnerable sector check and proof of qualifications will be required for the successful candidate.

Our Commitment to Equity

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive and inclusive employer committed to equity, diversity, and creating a respectful and barrier-free workplace.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. To request support or accessible formats, please contact the Human Resources Division at [e-mail] .

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001 for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection can be directed to Human Resources at [e-mail] .