Camp Counsellor

Administration Centre, Minesing, ON L9X1A8, CAN

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban / rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting for Day Camp Counsellors for its 2026 Summer Day Camp Program.

Reporting to a Day Camp Supervisor, Day Camp Counsellors are responsible for the supervision of campers through planning & implementing camp activities. Day Camp Counsellors engage and interact with camp participants to create a safe, fun and enjoyable environment.

Position Responsibilities

The usual responsibilities of the position are :

• Ensure the safety, enjoyment, and care of registered camp participants.
• Instructing and leading day-to-day camp activities including but not limited to games, songs, crafts, and special events
• Assist with preparation & delivery of daily camp program plans.
• Follow and enforce all camp safety rules and requirements.
• Complete all camp paperwork as required.
• Work in all weather conditions both indoors and outdoors
• Ensure compliance with Township policies and procedures
• Respond to first aid situations of camp participants
• Answer questions and inquiries and provide excellent customer service to participants and caregivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

Rate of Pay

The rate of pay is $18.85 per hour plus vacation pay and Statutory Holidays as per the Employment Standards Act.

Hours of Work

This position will work up to 40 hours per week between the hours of 7 : 30 am and 6 : 00 pm, Monday through Friday with a varying schedule to support operational needs and program demand. This position is a mixture of indoors and outdoors with work locations including Elmvale, Midhurst, Minesing, Anten Mills and other off-site destinations; reliable transportation will be required.

Position Status : Up to fifteen (15) open, existing summer student positions

Note : Only online applications accepted. All applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they check their email regularly. The Township does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

Please note that all summer student positions are subject to program demand. Contract dates are subject to change.

The Township thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accessible Accommodations

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

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