Job Postings

Content:

Camp Misquah is a summer camp for children and adults living with developmental disabilities. We are currently Hiring for the following roles on our Sr. Staff Team. 

Assistant Director

Land Director

Program Director

Waterfront Director

Head Counsellors

Visit our hiring site here to fill out an application and learn more about these positions

https://www.campmisquah.com/work-at-misquah

Content:

Job Title: Program Director

Reports To: Camp Director

As a member of the camp Leadership Team the Program Director plays a key role in the implementation of the overall camp program. 

General Responsibilities:

~ Attend, organize and facilitate sessions for Staff Training Week 

~ Manage and supervise the basketball coaching staff to ensure consistent program delivery.

~ Prepare and implement all training components of the Leader in Training and Counsellor in Training program.

~ Plan and organize the implementation of camp-wide special events (Evening Program, Campfires, and Colour War)

~ Perform all other duties and roles assigned by the Director 

  Specific Responsibilities:

~ Work with Basketball Camp Coordinators regarding program preparation including lesson plans, teaching progression and program standards.

~ Ensure staff members are completing incident reports in a timely manner.

~ Review Game Plans of basketball staff and to help them stretch as leaders.

~ Ensure that the basketball staff are delivering the Elite Camps program. 

~ Notify the Camp Director of any concerns with employee performance and Action Plans that are being put in place. 

~ Provide regularly scheduled training to campers in the LIT/CIT program.

~ Participate in creating a weekly schedule for staff supervision.

~ Plan and implement all rainy day programming.

~ Plan and implement all Color War programming.

~ Plan and implement 2 staff rec programs a week.

~ Create and deliver weekly staff day off schedule

~ Inform Director when program supplies need to be replenished and make recommendations regarding the improvement of the basketball equipment.

Required Qualifications:

Valid G drivers license

Current CPR-C and First Aid certification 

Vulnerable Sector Background Check

Recommended Qualifications:

Experience in youth program development, preferably obtained in a senior position for an Overnight Camp, or a Day Camp.

Demonstrated experience working with children in a recreational setting.

Demonstrated ability to work in and lead others in a team atmosphere.

Excellent working skills including: communication skills, organizational skills and attention to details.

Employment Period:

Some Pre-Camp work in May and June may be necessary

One week of Staff Training (June 26, 2021 - July 3, 2021) & 8 weeks of Camp (July 4, 2021 - August 28, 2021)

Content:

Leadership Training Director – Job Posting

Camp Menesetung – Who We Are: Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Leadership Training Centre

On the Shore of Lake Huron – 5 Minutes north of Goderich, Ontario.

Camp Menesetung (25 staff, 50-70 campers/week) is a non-profit charity that seeks to provide amazing growth opportunities to campers (ages 5-15) of all backgrounds at subsidized rates – Camp is for Everyone. Camp Menesetung is affiliated with the United Church of Canada and we welcome and celebrate staff and campers of all faith and non-faith  backgrounds (aethiest/agnostic/spiritual/religious etc.). Our mission is explicitly NOT to seek to convert our campers, but to foster an environment where all feel comfortable sharing community, opening their minds, thinking big thoughts, and enjoying support & friendship.

Camp Menesetung is committed to valuing the good work that our staff do, we are thrilled to report that we have achieved an 80% summer staff salary increase from 2017-2019. A word of caution and encouragement: this is a job that, if you are ready for it, has the potential to be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of your life; this is a job that will change lives - yours and your campers. Choosing this job is a choice to challenge yourself to become a better person. Are you ready?

Camp Menesetung also supports a Spring Program Staff team (May-August) which all applicants are welcome to apply for in addition to this position.

Required Qualifications: Age: 18+, Standard First Aid/CPR-C (By June 15th, 2021– optional intensive first-aid and swimming certification course offered by the camp), clean Vulnerable sector police record check, leadership experience required.

Salary: Dependent on experience and certifications, between ($400-$550/week + Room&Board)

Employment Dates: Summer Sessions (Sunday-Friday) June 27th-August 20th, 2021.

Responsibilities:

This ‘floating leadership’ works with Summer Camp Director to develop and implement a supportive leadership training program for our Leaders In Training, and Counsellors In Training. Please see the Job Description on our website below for further details.

To Apply

For more information, learn about our COVID-19 job adaptations, and to complete an online application, please visit our website! www.campmenesetung.ca/jobs

If you have any questions please contact us!

Colleen Lowrie | Summer Camp Director | colleen@campmenesetung.ca

Clayton Peters | Executive Director | director@campmenesetung.ca

Content:

Day Camp/Bridge Camp Director – Job Posting

Camp Menesetung – Who We Are: Overnight Camp, Day Camp, Leadership Training Centre

On the Shore of Lake Huron – 5 Minutes north of Goderich, Ontario.

Camp Menesetung (25 staff, 50-70 campers/week) is a non-profit charity that seeks to provide amazing growth opportunities to campers (ages 5-15) of all backgrounds at subsidized rates – Camp is for Everyone. Camp Menesetung is affiliated with the United Church of Canada and we welcome and celebrate staff and campers of all faith and non-faith  backgrounds (aethiest/agnostic/spiritual/religious etc.). Our mission is explicitly NOT to seek to convert our campers, but to foster an environment where all feel comfortable sharing community, opening their minds, thinking big thoughts, and enjoying support & friendship.

Camp Menesetung is committed to valuing the good work that our staff do, we are thrilled to report that we have achieved an 80% summer staff salary increase from 2017-2019. A word of caution and encouragement: this is a job that, if you are ready for it, has the potential to be one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of your life; this is a job that will change lives - yours and your campers. Choosing this job is a choice to challenge yourself to become a better person. Are you ready?

Camp Menesetung also supports a Spring Program Staff team (May-August) which all applicants are welcome to apply for in addition to this position.

Required Qualifications: Age: 18+, Standard First Aid/CPR-C (By June 15th, 2021– optional intensive first-aid and swimming certification course offered by the camp), clean Vulnerable sector police record check, leadership experience required.

Salary: Dependent on experience and certifications, between ($400-$550/week + Room&Board)

Employment Dates: Summer Sessions (Sunday-Friday) June 27th-August 20th, 2021.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and implement the Day Camp & Bridge Camp Programs, including: planning, facilitating drop-off/pick-up with parents, supporting your team of Day Camp/Bridge Camp Counsellors or CITs, and energetically leading groups of day campers experience. Lives on-site throughout the week. Please see the Job Description on our website below for further details.

To Apply

For more information, learn about our COVID-19 job adaptations, and to complete an online application, please visit our website! www.campmenesetung.ca/jobs

If you have any questions please contact us!

Colleen Lowrie | Summer Camp Director | colleen@campmenesetung.ca

Clayton Peters | Executive Director | director@campmenesetung.ca

Content:

Content:

Camp Towhee

Assistant Director – Counselling
Seasonal Position

About Us

Camp Towhee/Towhee Summer Residential Therapeutic Program treats youth with Mental Health issues complicated by Learning Disabilities. Located in Haliburton, Ontario, Towhee positively changes the trajectory of kids and staff lives. This will be one of the most rewarding, magical and hardest places you will ever work. We provide 11 days of training covering behaviour management, counselling skills, CPI, mental health and learning disabilities. If you are interested in a career in the social services, psychology or teaching and/or want to play a pivotal role in supporting children and youth in feeling safe enough to be their genuine amazing selves  - Towhee is the place for you to get real experience, skill building, and be part of that change.  Towhee is operated by the Integra Program of the Child Development Institute, a year-round children’s Mental Health Centre in Toronto.

Preferred Contract Start Date:  Part-time work (performed virtually) available starting as early as February 2021.  Full-time from June 1 - August 30, 2021.

Salary: Varies depending on experience.  Hourly rate for spring work starts at $16/hr and summer salary (for June 15 - August 30)  starts at $7000.

Job Summary: 

Reporting to the Camp Director / Manager of Therapeutic Recreation programs the Assistant Director – Counselling is responsible for supporting campers, counsellors and counsellor supervisors.  This position oversees all aspects of the camper support experience.  Specific duties include recruiting, hiring and training staff, helping with camper intakes, preparation and placement, staff management, communication with families, , camper care and wellness and various other administrative aspects of the operation.

Qualifications:

4 + years of camping experience in a senior role.

Strong preference for candidates with a degree or pursuing studies in relevant frields such as Social Work, CYW, Psychology, Child Life, or outdoor education.

Experience working with youth with Learning Disabilities.

Strong organizational skills

Superior client service and relationship development skills

Experience managing and supervising staff in a camp setting

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Experience in developing and implementing Staff Training

At Camp Towhee and at the Child Development Institute we are committed to a fair, inclusive and diverse work environment. We strongly encourage applicantions from racialized folks, indigenous persons,  persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ folks and all those who can provide and contribute to a diversification of perspective in our work.

Please apply using our online portal at https://towheestaff.campbrainstaff.com/

The application Deadline is January 15th but we are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. 

We thank all applicants but regret that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Content:

Do you want to make a difference? Do you have the skills and attitude to help others? Do you want to have one of the best summers of your life? Camp Misquah 2021 may be the place for you!

Camp Misquah offers a memorable summer experience for youth and adults with developmental disabilities, with ages ranging from 14 to 60+. The Camp is located about 90 minutes from Ottawa on the shores of Lac Bitobi near Gracefield, Quebec. It is a rewarding place to work and has received a 5 star rating on the Indeed Jobsite.

This is an overnight camp for campers and staff with high staff to camper ratios. Planning is underway regarding the schedule, however typically there are six 7 day camp sessions with short breaks between sessions, along with pre-camp training, both in Ottawa (one day) and at camp (three days). Training will start is late June with camp sessions running from early July 2 to late August. Exact dates will be determined in early 2021.

To be successful, the Camp needs to have youth with a broad range of skills, energy and an interest in doing something different this summer. We are looking for:

*Business Manager

All employees are provided training and must provide a Valid police check upon employment. If you are interested in one of these positions, please fill out form (link below) and we will contact you in early 2021 as we move forward with staffing of positions for mid June to late August.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSckXRcuRGdU2U0Zm6IDUjaJQZ-YMsYknH1OZ8SXCuKXGslT8w/viewform?usp=sf_link 

Please check us out at www.campmisquah.com. If you have questions, please contact us at info@campmisquah.com

Content:

Content:

Seasonal Full Time
Start Date: 19th April 2021
End Date: 25th August 2021 (with possibility to extend)
$450-$500/week plus accommodation on site

About Us:

Camp Warwa has been providing unforgettable outdoor experiences for youth since 1980. Camp Warwa provides experiences in the outdoors through many programs including year-round outdoor education programs, family camps, leadership programs, and week long summer camps. Parents choose to send their children to Camp Warwa to grow as individuals, our diverse programs, to build new friendships, and to have lasting outdoor experiences. Camp Warwa serves over 7500 participants every year.

Who We Are Looking For:

If you are passionate about the development of youth as well as being a growth-oriented professional, this role would be a great fit. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, have strong leadership skills, have a passion for nature, and have previous camp leadership experience.

Job Summary:

The Program Manager runs the day to day management of camp life. They will caretake the facility and staff, seasonal staff management and training, operational management and managing program areas. During the Spring and Summer periods they will be the direct support for our Village Leaders who are part of our seasonal leadership team.

The Program Manager is a member of our seasonal leadership team. This role is ideal for someone looking to move into a camp management role. The Program Manager reports directly to the Assistant Directors and Camp Director. Accommodation and most meals are provided on site.

Requirements:

Applicants must have a Criminal Reference Check, Standard First Aid with CPR-C, and a valid driver’s license. Applicants must have previous camp leadership and staff management experience or a post-secondary degree/diploma in a related area of study.

For more information and how to apply, please visit www.campwarwa.org/hiring