Job Description
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Position Title: Day Camp Coordinator
Date Posted: February 25, 2026
Competition File No.: 2026-11
Program Area: Youth and Recreation
Worksite Location: Health, Fitness and Aquatics Centre, Owen Sound
Travel Requirement: No
Position Type: Temporary Contract Category: 4
Existing Vacancy: Yes No. of Vacancies: 1
Hours: 35-40 hours per week
Shifts: Monday – Friday, 6:45am to 5:45pm, shifts being between 7.5 – 8.5 hours long. Flexibility is required when necessary
Salary/Wage: $17.91 – 20.36
Wages commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Start Date: June 5, 2026 (training for 16 to 24 hours) Full time effective June 29, 2026
End Date: August 29, 2026
Application Deadline: March 20, 2026
Application Process: Email resume, cover letter and YMCA Employment/Volunteer Application Form to: Supervisor of Youth and Recreation at patty.publuske@osgb.ymca.ca. Include the Job Title and Competition File Number in your subject line. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Y is people-powered. Our staff and volunteers provide the spark that helps ignite positive change in the lives of others.
Your Opportunity to be the Spark!
As a charity igniting the potential in people, we are seeking a passionate, creative, and fun Day Camp Coordinator who loves working with children.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the Supervisor of Youth and Recreation to develop and implement camp policies, procedures, and programs.
- Provide leadership to camp counsellors and volunteers and support their professional development.
- Assist in creating a positive and inclusive camp culture.
- Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of camp counsellors and volunteers.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of staff meetings and training sessions.
- Responsible for coaching and motivating staff to ensure they are meeting the expectations of their role and achieving camp objectives.
- Support staff in resolving issues and maintaining a positive camp environment.
- In collaboration with the Supervisor, ensuring we meet and exceed parent expectations at all points of their camp experience from registration to pre-camp communication, communication while camp is in session, and responding to parents’ emails and inquires in a timely manner
- Contribute to the development of camp programs and activities.
- Ensure programs align with the YMCA’s mission and goals.
- In collaboration with the Supervisor, Implements and evaluates new initiatives to enhance the camp experience.
- Interact with campers and parents to address concerns and ensure a positive experience.
- Assist in the development of camper schedules and oversee daily activities.
- Implement strategies to promote camper involvement and satisfaction.
- Collaborate with the Supervisor of Youth and Recreation to establish and enforce safety protocols.
- Address and manage any emergencies or incidents that may arise.
- Conduct regular safety inspections of facilities and equipment.
- Assist in budget management and financial record-keeping.
- Handle assisting with camper registration and completing documentation, such as, emergency reports, camper lists, allergy lists, trip lists, pizza lists, and camper logbooks as required.
- Assist the Supervisor of Youth and Recreation on logistical aspects of the camp, such as transportation and facility maintenance.
- Represents the YMCA in the community and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Participate in promotional events to attract campers and engage with the community.
Job Requirements:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Have current Standard First Aid, CPR-C, & AED certificate (or willingness to complete prior to starting work).
- Highschool diploma or equivalent.
- If you are 18 years of age or older, have current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than ninety (90) days preceding your start date.
- Provide 3 professional or character references.
The YMCA’s Commitment to Protecting Those We Serve:
We are committed to our responsibility to protect the children and other vulnerable people we serve. Therefore, all employees and volunteers must provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Search results as a condition of their employment or volunteer engagement. These police record checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offense(s) – if any – is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirements of the position, therefore not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered gainful employment.
The YMCA’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Equality:
The YMCA of Owen Sound Grey Bruce values the diversity of people and communities and is committed to excellence and inclusion in our Association. We are committed to an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
