QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years’ experience working with children or youth in a Day Camp and/or Residential Camp setting or equivalent.
• Previous experience motivating, leading, supervising, and coaching staff.
• Minimum 2 years Post-Secondary Education (preferred).
• Values driven individuals who make excellent role models for children and youth.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and flexibility.
• The ability to participate in physical activity, and work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions.
• Organizational and administrative skills.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C.
• Current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) issued for the YMCA of Niagara.
• Access to reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Participate in training and adhere to the YMCA Child & Youth Safety and Protection Policy and Procedures.

This position may be supported by funding from Canada Summer Jobs and to be eligible for this grant position, candidates must be 18-30 years of age.


COMPETENCIES:

Child and Youth Focused
Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.

Diversity
Appreciates that people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics bring a richness to the YMCA.

Commitment to Organization Vision and Values
Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of the YMCA.

Concern for Health and Safety
Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others of risk and harm reduction.

Teamwork
Actively builds teams and encourages open relationships for maximum organizational effectiveness.

Creativity and Innovation
Develops new ways or adapts existing ideas to help us achieve desired results.

Leadership
Guides, motivates and inspires self and others to take action to achieve desired outcomes.

Relationship Building and Collaboration
Builds positive interactions both internally and externally to achieve work related goals.

Planning and Organizing
Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to accomplish short and long term work goals.


DAY CAMP OVERVIEW

Camp operates Monday to Friday with shifts scheduled between 7:45am-5:15pm. Most camp staff are scheduled to work between 7.5 and 8.5 hours per day.

Pre-camp responsibilities and training events may involve evenings or weekend hours.

For more information on this and the variety of camps we offer, please visit our website ymcadaycamp.ca.

Successful applicants must attend all pre-camp meetings and training including training on YMCA Child & Youth Safety and Protection Policies and Procedures.


APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants are invited to apply online via link below.

Internal applicants are encouraged to notify their supervisor before applying.

All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted by email. Please note that interviews may take place virtually.

Accessibility accommodations and materials in alternate formats for individuals with disabilities can be arranged upon request.

Summer Day Camp Site Supervisor

Location: YMCA Day Camp at sites in St. Catharines, Grimsby, Welland, Port Colborne and Niagara Falls

Pay: $18.20 per hour

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract – 42.5 to 44 hours per week. Hours of work are primarily Monday to Friday daytime, with some evenings and weekends required.

Placement Date: June 7 – August 29, 2025 inclusive of 40 hours of paid training


Why Work for the YMCA?

The YMCA of Niagara is a mission-driven organization committed to fueling a healthy, connected, and engaged Niagara. Our presence in over 100 program sites has been impacting the community with dedication and purpose for over 150 years.

Our legacy in the community is a testament to the transformative work we do. We serve a diverse range of individuals and families, with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and the wellbeing of all. As we move forward, we are embracing a revitalized approach to meet the evolving needs of the community and actively contribute to transforming lives across Niagara.

Guided by our shared values – caring, health, honesty, inclusiveness, advocacy, respect, and responsibility - the YMCA provides our employees with meaningful opportunities to make a positive impact on individuals and the health of our communities.

Our dynamic team is dedicated to maintaining our positive growth trajectory though continuously adapting and innovating our services and programs to meet the changing landscape in Niagara.


NATURE & SCOPE

Site Supervisors provide leadership to a YMCA Day Camp site. This includes site set up, staff training, program quality, problem solving, scheduling, supervision of staff and more! Site Supervisors maintain open, effective, and positive communication with parents/guardians, staff, community partners and other stakeholders. Site Supervisors are dynamic, organized, energetic, and responsible.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Co-ordinates programs and ensures safe, quality programs for participants and staff.
• Provides staff supervision including training, mentoring, coaching and performance evaluations.
• Assists with all aspects of the operation of camp (e.g., registration, parent/guardian liaison, promotion, set up, closing).
• Provides leadership during staff training and quality assessments.
• Ensures all Ontario Camps Association standards are met and maintained.
• Ensures that there is sufficient supplies and equipment for the delivery of the program.
• Informs Camp Leadership of any serious occurrences/complaints about camp.
• Ensures that all staff on site adhere to Policies and Procedures developed by the YMCA.
• Assess conflict situations and exercise good judgment in recommending solutions.
• Makes immediate decisions to ensure safety and reacts accordingly to a crisis.
• Address parental/guardian concerns and ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
• Maintains regular contact with staff, camp participants, parents/guardians, community agencies and volunteers involved in program.
• Submit clear and concise incident reports and documentation in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate respect for privacy and confidentiality
• Ensure that program areas and camp facilities are kept safe, clean and organized.
• Leads staff meetings for their site.
• Embrace diversity and inclusion of all individuals.
• Participate in all mandatory training and adhere to the YMCA Child & Youth Safety and Protection Policies and Procedures as established by the YMCA of Niagara.
• Follow Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) guidelines (when certified).
• Other duties as assigned.