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Camp Counsellor Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

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A Camp Counsellor, or Camp Leader, is someone responsible for the well-being and safety of young children at camp. Their duties include coordinating engaging activities for the campers, developing new programs, and supervising campers to make sure they are safe and happy.

Camp Counsellor duties and responsibilities

When writing a job description for a Camp Counsellor, it’s important to specify the duties and responsibilities required to excel in the role, including: 

  • Developing, supervising, and participating in camp-wide programming activities with campers of different ages
  • Participating in training workshops held prior to camp sessions
  • Working co-operatively with other Camp Counsellors to ensure campers are safe, while maintaining adequate health and hygiene measures
  • Building relationships with all campers by showing compassion, empathy and understanding
  • Taking roll call at the beginning and end of every activity
  • Providing positive feedback for parents

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Example 1

Title:

Summer Camp Counselor/Facilitator (8 positions)

Location:

Loyalist College Main Campus, Belleville, ON.

Hours:

35 h/week

Start Date:

July 11, 2022

End Date:

Aug 26, 2022

Compensation:

$16-18/hour

Position Summary

The Summer Camp Counselor/Facilitator positions are essential positions to Loyalist College Camp program. Loyalist College Summer Camps will offer age-appropriate Steams (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math and Sports) activities. Camp Counselors/Facilitators will work collaboratively under the supervision of the Camp Coordinator to deliver camp activities and protect the safety of the camper (ages 6-9) thorough hands-on learning and guidance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Positive communication and interaction with staff, campers and parents
  • Be adaptable to changing situations
  • Assisting campers with the completion of activities
  • Supervise campers and ensure their individual safety and well being
  • Manage campers at various academic, behavioral, and physical levels as required
  • Supervise camper’s drop-off/pickup, lunch, and breaks
  • Adhere to college protocols

Job Requirements
  • Must have or be able to get vulnerable sector check
  • Experience or interest working with children
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • First Aid/CPR, high five and/or leadership in training certifications is an asset

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 7 weeks

Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to start date: 2022-07-11

Example 2

The Children’s Village of Ottawa-Carletonis seeking to hire two dynamic Assistant Camp Counselors for their Summer Transitions Program.

Location: Confederation Court Community House (2483 Walkley Road K1G 3H2)

Camp Counselors must have:
  • Experience working with children;
  • Experience working with Low income families an asset;
  • Knowledge of children’s developmental needs;
  • Knowledge in children’s behaviour guidance;
  • Experience in working with children ages 5 to 7.
  • Valid First Aid and C.P.R Certification (Training provided by the Children’s Village);
  • High Five Certification (Training provided by the Children’s Village);
  • Clear Police Records check;
  • Confirmation of full vaccination for COVID-19.

Transitions Summer Program:

Transition is a summer day camp program that offers children the opportunity to develop responsibility, independence, money management, life skills and social skills. Counselors guide children as they plan and organize their own activities and adventures. Staff must be able to work with children ages 5 to 12, facilitate the Transitions philosophy by encouraging children to make decisions and develop independence, guide children in their activity planning, ensure safety, implement behavior guidance strategies, and undertake administrative and organizational duties. Staff must be able to work independently.

Counselor salary: $15.00/hour

Position Type: Summer – Full Time (July 4, 2022 to August 26, 2022)

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 2 months

Salary: $15.00 per hour

Flexible language requirement:
  • French not required
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application deadline: start date: 2022-07-04

Example 3

Camp Cadicasu is looking to expand our Seasonal Staff Team in hiring 10+ Cabin Leaders! Starting at 3PM on Sunday's - 7PM on Friday's, cabin leaders are paid a weekly rate of $400.00/week and are provided on-site accommodation and food. Spend a summer working in a fun, outdoors-oriented environment in the heart of the Rockies!

Participate in Seasonal Staff Team training and all summer camp programs, including but not limited to: wide games, themed dinner or movie nights, campfires and other events as required.

Uphold and adhere to Camp Cadicasu policies (esp. as they relate to child service/care practices, in accordance with ACA standards).

Assist in nurturing the positive and environmentally-focused culture of Camp Cadicasu for campers, staff, volunteers, parents/guardians and clientele.

Regularly look for ways to extend hospitality and care to campers and guests alike. Anticipate and tend to camper and guest needs as they arise.

Live with and lead your campers 24 hours a day, from sign-in to sign-out.

Assist in sign-in/sign-out procedure as needed.

Be available to give patiently and lovingly to your campers physical, mental and emotional needs.

Promote unity among your cabin members and fellow staff.

Actively pursue relational culture by spending time with your campers during their free time.

Complete weekly camper Christmas/postcards.

Ensure a safe environment for your campers by being in your cabin at camper lights out and remaining in your cabin with campers for the duration of the night, unless otherwise scheduled.

Work consistently to keep Camp Cadicasu clean and guest ready.

Organize your campers to clean your cabin each day. Instruct certain activity sessions in collaboration with the needs of the Programs team.

Fully participate in out-trips, leading campers and assisting out-tripping staff to the best of your ability as needed.

Lead by example to motivate and encourage campers to be involved in all activities.

Support, encourage, and engage fellow cabins as you participate alongside them during activities.

Report behavioural or care concerns (with campers) to the Team Leads and liase with Year Round Team as needed.

Other duties as required.

Camp Cadicasu provides communal accommodations for all seasonal staff, as well as meals/snacks during scheduled work days.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 weeks

Pay: $400.00 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:
  • French not required

Work Location: In start date: 2024-06-24

Example 4

School/Employer Information:

New Renaissance Bilingual School is located at 9500 Dufferin Street in the City of Vaughan, Ontario.

New Renaissance Bilingual School is an Ontario Private School located in the City of Vaughan, offering an exciting, new bilingual curriculum in English/Mandarin and English/French for elementary and junior students.

New Renaissance Bilingual School is the first English/Chinese and English/French bilingual school in the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, Canada. The school will immerse students in either English/Chinese or English/French language and culture to create an ideal bilingual learning environment for our students. We will give our students an educational advantage with a bilingual education. Our teachers will inspire our students to learn. Our serene and beautiful campus will enhance the learning experience of each student.

We are affiliated with our sister high school New Renaissance Academy ([website]).

Positions:

Summer Camp Counsellors will be responsible for the day-to-day camp operations. This includes program planning, preparing for the activities, running the activities, and interacting with the children who attend the day camps. They will ensure that the activities and environment continue to be a safe environment for all participants. The counsellors will instill confidence and team work to our campers through our engaging activities.

Summer Camp Counsellors will work in the following camps:

  • Full-day camp
  • Multi Sports – basketball, soccer, volleyball, table tennis, obstacle course and many more
  • Arts
  • Board games
  • Performing Arts/Drama/Dance
  • Fun activities for Mathematics and Science

Job Qualifications:

  • Enthusiastic, and innovative individual (minimum of 1 year experience working with children in a camp setting an asset)
  • First Aid/CPR certification is required
  • Knowledge of sports such as soccer, basketball, table tennis, volleyball an asset
  • Ability to work with and engage students at the elementary level in a camp setting
  • Likes to work in a team environment
  • Vulnerable Sector Screening required

Skills, Abilities and Personal characteristics required:

  • Excellent problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills with a child centered focus
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills
  • A caring mindset
  • Positive and sunny disposition
  • Great work ethic

If you want a truly fun, summer work experience, come and join us as a camp counsellor at New Renaissance Academy Bilingual School.

Start Date:

Immediately to start planning for our July and August camps.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $18.00 per hour

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Maple, ON L6A 1S2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work Location: In person

Example 5

Spend the winter of a lifetime working with international youth at Tamwood International Camps! : D

Tamwood International Camps offers young people between the ages of 12 and 18 the chance to learn English in a welcoming, fun environment as well as the option to try activities like rock climbing, mountain biking, art, dance, and more.

That’s where you come in!

General Counsellors are primarily responsible for the safety, security and well-being of a group of Tamwood campers. Counsellors attend, participate and deliver camp programming and ensure campers are happy.

About the position:
It's a seasonal position from January 9th to February 13th. The schedule is from Monday to Friday from 11 am to 6 pm with some weekend availability - for field trips, for example.

Qualifications

  • College diploma or undergraduate degree studies or relevant experience with teenagers
  • Prior experience working with or supervising teenagers
  • Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and within a team
  • Ability to maintain enthusiasm and energy for long durations of time
  • Ability to work under pressure with changing priorities and to meet deadlines
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues with tact and discretion
  • Must have valid Basic First Aid and CPR C certification before the starting date

Work Performed

  • Responsible for managing a group of campers
  • Supervises campers; in residence, at activities, on excursions, and during meal times
  • Ensures campers are prepared and on time for activities
  • Ensures camper inclusion within the counsellor group and the camp community
  • Generates and maintains camper enthusiasm for English classes, activities, and other special events
  • Participate in and assist with evening programs & excursions (ex. Disco night, Talent Show, Ice Skating, Bowling)
  • Participate and assist Activity Instructors with daily activities (ex. sports, kayaking, mountain biking, arts & crafts)
  • Promotes the English-Only Policy
  • Assists with night duty and on-call duty as assigned
  • Attends all meetings as scheduled by the Camp Administrative Team (ex. Morning Huddle)
  • Monitors campers’ health including nutrition, hydration, sun protection, and overall wellness
  • Assists with creating and delivering camp programming (ex. Conversation Club and Talent Shows)
  • Assists with camper arrival and departure procedures
  • Active participation in pre and post-camp periods
  • Administers first aid as required
  • Adheres to all Tamwood Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Staff Manual
  • Completion of accident, incident, and discipline report forms as required
  • Submits final feedback evaluation at the end of the contract
  • Attends all meals while on duty
  • Wears the camp t-shirt at all times while on duty
  • Performs other duties as needed

Want to join the team? Please submit your resume and a cover letter!

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend Location: One location

Example 6

Summer Camp Counsellor
Company description

Childcare centre specialized in daycare, tutoring and daycamps.

Job description

Looking for an enthusiastic, responsible and outgoing Summer Camp Counsellor. The candidate must be confident and reliable to take care of children 5 yto 12 years-old.

Summer Camp Counsellors main duty is to coordinate, conduct, and supervise all recreational activities for children and young teenagers during their stay at the camp. They are responsible for the well-being and safety of campers, as well as for creating a safe, fun, and rewarding environment for them.

Tasks for Summer Camp Counsellors:

  • Coordinating and scheduling recreational and other types of activities;
  • Reading a list of campers to ensure they are all accounted for
  • Greeting new campers as they arrive to the facilities:
  • Introducing campers to each other and to staff members;
  • Explaining facility rules and safety procedures;
  • Greeting parents and guardians; and answering all questions and inquiries in a direct and polite manner.
  • Managing the operation of recreational facilities:
  • Explaining safety rules and procedures;
  • Demonstrating the use of equipment; and
  • supervising the proper use of equipment by campers.
  • Monitoring campers to ensure their safety:
  • Enforcing safety procedures and rules;
  • assessing emergencies in a timely manner;
  • administering first aid when necessary; and
  • contacting medical assistance when required.
  • Organizing and leading activities for campers:
  • Explaining the rules of a game or recreational activity and dividing campers into teams when needed;
  • promoting participation and encouraging teamwork among campers; and
  • supervising the proper development of the activity.
  • Providing individual counsel and support to each camper:
  • Monitoring each camper’s individual development;
  • speaking and interacting with campers; and
  • providing encouragement to each camper.

Qualities
  • Excellent physical condition and stamina:
  • Participating in physical activities and sports;
  • enduring days of constant activities; and
  • helping campers during activities.
  • Strong observational and awareness skills:
  • Being capable of monitoring the activities of several campers at the same time;
  • identifying and responding to the individual needs of each camper;
  • looking out for possible hazards or safety violations; and
  • noticing emergencies as soon as they happen.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills:
  • Being capable of conveying clear instructions to campers;
  • explaining in a clear and calm manner safety procedures and rules;
  • providing counsel and advice to campers; and
  • being able to explain emergencies and injuries to medical personnel in a clear and concise manner when needed.
  • Excellent teamwork, conflict-resolution, and leadership skills:
  • Being capable of calling out infractions in a respectful yet authoritative manner;
  • acting as a mediator between campers in case of conflict;
  • being able to work as part of a team;
  • assisting other staff members when necessary; and
  • relaying instructions and responsibilities to teammates.
  • Good stress management and decision-making skills:
  • Being capable of reacting to emergencies in a calm manner;
  • assessing emergencies according to established procedures; and
  • requesting medical assistance for serious injuries.
  • High levels of reliability, honesty, and integrity.

ALL Candidates MUST EMAIL THEIR CV.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 8 weeks

Salary: $13.50-$18.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • On-site childcare
  • On-site parking
Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends
  • On call

COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates must wear a mask at all times which will be provided by us.

Education:
  • Secondary School (preferred)

Application deadline: start date: 2022-06-27

Example 7

4627 17 Ave. NW
Calgary, AB T3B 0P2 [website]

(403) 262-4404

Summer Skate Camp Counsellor (Calgary Position - Full Time - Seasonal)

Are you a proficient camp counsellor/educator with experience looking for an exciting summer work opportunity? Then consider joining our team at Alien In-Line! Alien In-Line is the most successful skating school in the world, and Canada’s leading school skating program, reaching over 100,000 students in over 325 schools annually through its programs.

Alien In-Line is looking for a few energetic, independent, and motivated people to join our Calgary based team to assist with our Summer Skate Camps. The successful candidates will be part of the team to help plan and facilitate our 8 scheduled camps for summer 2023. Counsellors will integrate with Alien In-Line Skate Instructors to help provide a fun and balanced daily camp experience for our participants!

The ideal candidate will be someone who:
  • Has previous experience working with children at summer camps, community centres, or as a sports instructor/coach. A minimal skating ability is an asset.
  • Loves working with children and youth (ages 6-8 & 9-12).
  • Is positive, creative, collaborative, and has an abundance of energy.
  • Possesses strong interpersonal skills.
  • Is confident working both independently and within a group/team.
  • Is punctual and possesses excellent time management skills.
  • Is ambitious and shares our desire to host some of the most fun and in demand summer camps possible.


Expectations and responsibilities of the role include:
  • Work with our Summer Skate Camp team in planning and organizing the daily/weekly camp program.
  • Assist with daily check-in of participants and monitor dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Coordinate with the Camp Lead and camp instruction team on how to best organize and execute the daily and weekly camp program.
  • Facilitate windows of the daily camp program including games, crafts, and in-between skating session activities in collaboration with the other camp counselors and the Camp Lead.
  • Provide support and encouragement to participants.
  • Assist identifying and resolving conflicts that may arise during the camp.
  • Contribute to weekly review and identify opportunities for improvements.
  • Assist with organization and daily cleaning and disinfecting of camp equipment.
  • Be a positive role model for camp participants and lead by example.


Mandatory requirements:
  • Can provide a current and clean background check including Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Has a valid First Aid/CPR Certification or ability to complete prior to July 1st.
  • Has a valid SafeSport certificate or is eager to complete SafeSport training prior to July 1st.


Other requirements:
  • Reliable transportation to camp locations throughout Calgary; clean driver’s record and good standing with prior insurance is an asset.


Benefits of working with Alien In-Line:
  • Insurance coverage both at camp and as operator of company vehicles.
  • Alien In-Line digital resources including access to; Microsoft 365 Suite, company email and Teams, online work schedule/assignment calendar.
  • Alien In-Line Online and Mobile Shop equipment discounts.
  • Working with some of the best skate instructors in the world!


If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letterincluding your experience and detailing why you believe you're an ideal candidate for our exciting and impactful team!

Start date: June 21st, 2023 End date: August 28th, 2023
Schedule: Daily M – F; 40 hours/week; typical on-site hours between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Wage: $18.00 to $21.00/hour, dependent on experience and qualifications

2023-05-04 Submit applications to: [website]Page 1 of 1
Strong Candidates WILL BE Contacted Without DELAY

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 weeks

Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Benefits:
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • On-site parking
  • Store discount
Schedule:
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday



Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
  • Secondary School (preferred)


Work Location: In start date: 2024-06-28
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What does a Camp Counsellor do?

Camp Counsellors work to enhance campers’ experience by providing engaging, stimulating, and safe activities for them to participate in. They are responsible for making sure campers know what activities they are meant to be participating in throughout the day, and they must take attendance before any activity begins to ensure that all campers are accounted for. Typically, a Camp Counsellor creates a mentally and physically healthy environment for the campers. It is also their responsibility to create and maintain a great relationship with the campers and their parents or guardians. At the end of camp sessions, whether during sleep away or in day camps, a Camp Counsellor makes sure every camper returns to their parents or guardians safely.

Camp Counsellor skills and qualifications

A successful Camp Counsellor will have various prerequisite skills and qualifications required for the duties of this job. Some of these include: 

  • Ability to work well with children and parents
  • Ability to communicate effectively with parents, other Camp Counsellors and campers
  • Ability to motivate others towards learning new skills
  • Ability to demonstrate responsible, ethical and professional conduct
  • Ability to provide support and instruction to others
  • Experience or education in working with children

Camp Counsellor experience requirements

Candidates should have previous work experience. Generally, a successful candidate will be someone who had at least one year of similar experience, but two years would be preferred. A Camp Counsellor should have some experience working with children. Often, volunteer or sports coaching experience will be considered relevant.

Camp Counsellor training and education requirements

Generally, there is no formal training required for applicants applying to a Camp Counsellor role. Job applicants who possess a high school diploma are considered, though some still may currently be enrolled in school. Most importantly, an applicant will need to possess a First Aid and CPR certificate. Many camps will provide training as part of orientation at the beginning of the camp season.

Camp Counsellor salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Camp Counsellor is $14.83 per hour. This can vary depending on experience, location or type of camp that is hiring.

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