Camp Counsellor at Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation

Windsor, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

17.6

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Supervision, Recreation Planning, Role Modelling, First Aid, CPR, Activity Facilitation, Safety Inspection, Conflict Resolution, Communication, Teamwork

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Windsor Essex Community Housing Corporation Invites applications for Summer Recreation Camp Counselor File #CHC Salary $17.60 (30 hours/week) Temporary (Multiple Positions) Start Date: Tentatively, June 29, 2026 Contract end date: August 20, 2026 (* will work around final exams for students) Summary: We are currently seeking to employ Summer Recreation Camp Counselors to assist with the delivery of our Summer Recreation Program. The Camp Counselors will collaborate with the Program Coordinators to create positive, safe, respectful, and inclusive environments for all program participants. The Camp Counselors will help facilitate daily programming, including psychoeducational activities, games, songs, crafts, swimming, and field trips. The incumbent will actively participate in all activities and demonstrate positive role modelling for all youth involved. Responsibilities: * Assist in planning and implementing positive, age appropriate, social, recreational, and educational daily activities for participants * Assist in completing required daily paperwork, including Accident and Incident Report Forms * Always maintain a clean and safe work environment, inclusive of completing daily inspections for hazards * Report concerns to the designated Program Coordinator-recreation * Perform daily cleaning duties at your site according to the Daily Site Checklist * Assist with the planning and supervision of field trips * Actively participate and lead daily activities as assigned. * Assist with special projects in the community. * Maintain an orderly program and follow proper discipline and behaviour modification techniques as needed and as directed * Promote the program in assigned area * Consistently maintain a positive work environment for self, staff, volunteers, participants, and community members * Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: * First Aid/CPR are considered an asset * Enrolled in school * Max. Age 29 years old (due to grant funding) Languages: * English – additional languages are considered an asset Security and Safety: * If 18 years of age or older, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check must be completed prior to the first day of employment You will be required to work in a smoke-free environment. CHC is an equal opportunity employer servicing our diverse communities. Although we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to supply a current satisfactory criminal reference check, including a vulnerable sector check, before work can commence, if applicable. Accessibility: CHC is committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require disability related accommodation to participate in our recruitment process, please contact Human Resources. Accommodation may be provided in all steps of the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

The Camp Counsellor will assist in planning and implementing daily recreational, educational, and social activities for youth. They are responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and inclusive environment while supervising participants during games, crafts, and field trips.