Day Camp Coordinator

Be the Spark! Join our dynamic Day Camp team, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!

Day Camp Coordinators provide direct leadership and support to an assigned number of camp locations within a region. They are responsible for ensuring that on-site Camp Directors are set up for success and are well prepared, so they are able to operate safe and high-quality Day Camp experience for campers. Camp Coordinators will assist Camp Directors hire their teams and with staff coaching and mentoring throughout the summer. They will have an integral role in program organization, training facilitation and program quality assurance. In addition, Camp Coordinators will play a vital role in the planning and delivery of the Accessibility and Inclusion program. This role is also responsible for communicating with the Y contact centre, Y childcares and the parents/guardians of the campers. This position acts as a liaison between Regional Directors and Camp Directors to contribute to ongoing success and growth of Day Camp programs.

In this role, you will:

• Provide leadership to Camp Directors and camp staff through hiring, training, coaching and monitoring performance throughout the summer
• Plan and facilitate high-quality training to Day Camp staff prior to the beginning of camp
• Follow up with Camp Directors to ensure all administrative tasks are completed accurately and on-time inclusive of; program schedules, payroll, accident/incident forms and attendances
• Support campers that are experiencing challenges by working and communicating with the staff, parent/guardians and YMCA colleagues
• Maintain a high level of customer service; checking and responding to voicemail and emails in a timely manner, resolving parent/guardian escalations respectfully and quickly and following up with Regional Directors daily to inform them of situations
• Assist with the purchasing of supplies when required and responsible for picking up and dropping off supplies to the assigned camp locations
• Provide participant profiles, camper program information, and additional information to the required camps and staff prior to the week of the child attending camp
• Collect, review, and file documentation accurately and in a timely manner inclusive of; documenting behaviours, communication and withdraws
• Communicate with childcare supervisors and staff on a need to know basis to ensure the best customer service and experience for camper and family
• Responsible for attending all staff trainings and meetings; arriving on time, and actively participating and contributing to the development of all camp staff
• Ensure Health & Safety procedures are being followed and maintained and contribute to the cleaning, safety and maintenance to camp sites
• Act as a positive role model for the campers and fellow staff through embodying the YMCA values, policies and procedures, Day Camp conditions of employment/guidelines and the Ontario Camping Association standards

You bring:

• Post-secondary education (or currently enrolled) preferred
• Standard First Aid and CPR ‘C’ certificate valid until the last day of contract
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a child-oriented programs; camp specific setting preferred
• Experience as a supervisor an asset
• Experience working with children and youth with disabilities in recreation and leisure programs; camp experience an asset
• Daily access to a vehicle and valid license and ability to travel within your assigned region
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with families, staff and volunteers
• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead a group of children
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

What you need to succeed:

• Commitment to the YMCA’s Mission, Vision and Values
• Focus on the health, safety and wellbeing of all children, youth, and vulnerable people in YMCA programs including understanding legal and moral obligations related to reporting suspected child abuse to Child Protection Services
• YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Orientated, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter

Why work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.

Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020–2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area.

The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA communities.

If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.

In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.

The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.

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