Pay within range based on years of directly transferrable experience

Daily Rate: $126.00 - $130.00                                                   Weekly Rate: $756.00 - $780.00

Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer)

Work Hours: Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday – Sunday, with days off predetermined by supervisor

Employment Type: Seasonal Contract

Number of Vacancies: 1

Anticipated Start Date: June 8, 2025

Deadline to Apply: February 16, 2025 at 5:00pm

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

YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community.  After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline; has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.

The Program Director is responsible for consistently facilitating the delivery of safe, enjoyable, challenging, fun and inclusive programming to Pine Crest!   The Program Director’s focus will be developing new programs, mentoring staff and contributing to their ongoing training, having a thorough understanding of high-quality programming and program resource development, mentoring program team members and providing timely and frequent feedback as well as being flexible in their day-to-day role.

This position is responsible for ensuring that YMCA, Camping Quality Recommended Practices, and OCA standards are met in each program area. The Program Director will oversee the program team and help them plan and deliver special events, schedule and oversee skill development areas while ensuring skill levels are followed and tracked while managing a budget for supply needs throughout the summer and ensuring that all program equipment is in good working order. 

In this role, you will:

Monitor the safety of all land-based activities and responds immediately to rectify any safety concerns; is proactive in their role in ensuring that program areas are safe and organized Coordinate all land-based programming, including direct program delivery as required. Works with the Waterfront Director and other Area Heads to plan and lead all camp activities, section nights and special events Provide leadership to camp staff team by monitoring, coaching and mentoring staff as well as providing on-going feedback to staff, and appraisals to direct reports Supervise the Outdoor Living Skills, Natural Arts & Crafts, and Ropes Area Heads, ensuring they are fulfilling their roles and receiving ongoing feedback and support to ensure the highest quality programs are being delivered Ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and on-time including all appraisals of direct reports, and any administration duties delegated from the camp coordinator (scheduling, etc) Continuously builds relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:

Minimum 3 years’ experience as a counsellor or in child-oriented programs NLS, G Class driver’s license by first day of employment and valid until at least the last day of your contract ACCT Level 2 ropes certification & experience as a supervisor or Program Head considered an asset Swim Instructor or Life Saving Instructor considered an asset Demonstrated ability to lead and empower an inclusive staff team Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and be authorized to work full time hours (37.5 hours per week) Ability to work effectively with others and independently to achieve optimal collective results Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment Well-developed interpersonal, and relationship building skills; ability to establish rapport and excellent communication with members, staff and volunteers Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to both inexperienced and seasoned staff Ability to deliver feedback in a timely, professional, and constructive manner Flexibility regarding assigned working hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays required Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging

If you are interested in this position and do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance in attaining them, please indicate in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to additional programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is to be determined on an individual basis.

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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