Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience

Daily Rate: $126.00 - $162.00                                       Weekly Rate: $756.00 - $975.00

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 1, 2025

Deadline to Apply: February 15, 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 Wellness Director is essential in providing onsite leadership and support for the mental and physical health of the Pine Crest community, ensuring a safe and positive camp experience in accordance with Health & Safety guidelines. This role involves building strong relationships with campers, staff, and community partners while overseeing health and wellness checks, first aid assessments, and medication administration. By collaborating with the Out-Tripping Directors, the Wellness Director addresses health concerns during outdoor adventures, contributing to decision-making regarding treatment in the field. This position promotes teamwork and active listening among wellness staff, fostering a culture of problem-solving to enhance overall health at Pine Crest. By championing healthy habits and serving as a role model, the Wellness Director inspires campers and staff to embrace a healthier lifestyle.

In this role, you will:

Build relationships with members, staff, volunteers, and community partners Provide leadership to Wellness staff and the Mental Health Specialist, ensuring ongoing constructive feedback and formalized mid-season and end-of-summer appraisals Lead the staff team, supporting the Camp Director and Coordinator in health and wellness training, focusing on both physical and mental health and safety Support campers and staff in having a positive experience at camp through regular check-ins with campers, camper groups, and counselors Promote the overall health and wellness of the camp community by actively providing resources and support, reviewing health forms of campers and staff, and checking in on pertinent health information requiring special attention throughout the summer Manage day-to-day operations of the camp wellness programs, working with wellness staff to delegate tasks, maintain inventory of medical supplies, and organize camper and stock medications Respond to and rectify first aid situations promptly and with care, communicating with the camp director, external healthcare staff or hospital, and parents as necessary Administer medications according to camper health forms and provide support to the camp out-tripping program through pre- and post-out-trip checks, and by assisting counselors in packing and inventorying first aid kits Complete administrative tasks accurately and on time, ensuring all paperwork associated with the camp wellness program is filled out as required and maintaining complete records of any accidents or incidents Attend all staff trainings and meetings punctually, actively participating and contributing to the development of all staff members Ensure health and safety procedures are followed and maintained, sharing responsibilities with the staff team to keep the environment clean, organized, and safe for all campers, staff, and volunteers Act as a positive role model for participants and fellow staff by embodying the values of the YMCA, Pine Crest’s guiding principles, YMCA policies and procedures, and Ontario Camps Association guidelines Perform other duties as assigned

You bring:   

Completed degree in post-secondary education such as Nursing, Child and Youth Studies, or Social Work G Class license and Mental Health First Aid certification by the first day of employment, valid until at least the last day of your contract Wilderness First Responder certification or equivalent experience in remote medicine considered an asset Previous experience working with children and youth in a professional wellness setting Minimum 21 years of age by the start of the contract 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, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate excellently 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 Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays 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.

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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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