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2026 Day Camp - Day Camp Counsellor - Wasaga BeachnID#1365 Job Description Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00na.m. | Expires Monday, June 1, 2026 at 3:59na.m.

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Day Camp Counsellor - WasaganBeach

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Reports to

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On SitenSupervisor, On site ProgramnCoordinator

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Supports

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Campers

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GeneralnFunction

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Camp Counsellors are responsible fornmaking the magic of camp happen. They deliver daily programming,nensure camper safety and wellbeing, and provide quality care andnsupervision for their group of 10 campers. Camp Counsellors arenfun, creative, caring and energetic. In this role staff may benrequired to work 7:00-3:00pm, 8:30-4:30pm, 10:00-6:00pm or splitnshifts.

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KeynResponsibilities

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Programming: Lead andnparticipate in all programs and actively swim with campers eachnday. Modify programming to fit the age and skill level of allnparticipants.

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Camper Care: Interact with allncampers in a positive and supportive manner in line with thenHealthy Childhood Development frameworks. Be a role model fornsafety and take responsibility for the supervision and security ofnall participants in your care at allntimes.

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Customer Service: Provide excellentncustomer service to all campers, parents/guardians, and servicenproviders as a representative of the YMCA. Demonstrate a robustnsupport of and commitment to the mission, vision, and core valuesnof the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA ofnCanada.

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Administration: Complete all necessarynpaperwork (site checks, program paperwork, incident reports, staffnmeetings, and parent feedback).

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Additionalnresponsibilities: Additional duties may be added and roles alterednto support operations.

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Child and YouthnFocused

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Commits to assisting growth andndevelopment among children and youth.

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Concernnfor Health and Safety:

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Acknowledges andnunderstands how to manage and educate others of risk and harmnreduction.

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Inclusiveness

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Understandsnand commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for allnchildren regardless ofnability.

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Integrity

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Demonstratesnresponsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethicalnstandards.

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Sense ofnCommunity

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Demonstrates an awareness andnunderstanding of community and responds to identifiednneeds.

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Qualifications

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StandardnFirst Aid and CPR C

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Experience working withnchildren

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Must be a minimum 16 years of age onnor before December 31, 2026.

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Criminal RecordnCheck with a Vulnerable Sectors Screening for those 18+ years ofnage. Applicants are advised to begin the Criminal Record Checknprocess early as it may take several weeks to obtainnresults.

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ContractnDates

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June 22 nd to September 4 th (no worknon July 1 st or August 3 rd )

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Aboutnus

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The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a registeredncharity committed to fostering healthy communities by empoweringnchildren, youth, and families, promoting well-being, andnencouraging social responsibility.

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Our YMCAnemploys over a thousand staff and hundreds of volunteers who serventens of thousands of individuals each year in various programs suchnas childcare, camps, health and fitness,



leadership development,nemployment and literacy, immigrant services, and youth programming.nWe offer over $1 million in financial assistance annually to ensurenaccessibility for those who cannot afford tonparticipate.

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Beyond facilities and programs, covering Simcoe County, Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts, our YMCA is a supportive community that fosters mental, emotional, and physical well-being. We empower children and youth to become

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strong, confident, and resilient individuals. We assist individuals and families at all stages of life to connect with what matters most to them, fostering a sense of belonging. By supporting people from diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities to achieve their

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health goals, fulfill their potential, and feel a genuine sense of belonging, we contribute to the creation of stronger communities.

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The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskokansuccessfully raises over $1 million each year through strategicncampaigns.

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Applications will remain open untilnfilled.

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This role is for an existing vacancynthat is available or will be available at the time ofnfulfillment.

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In keeping with our commitment tonchild and youth safeguarding, job offers are contingent on thensuccessful completion of a Police Records Check and employmentnreference checks.

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Police Records

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Checks are reviewed on annindividual basis and the offense(s) - if any - is considered in thendecision‑making process in relation to the requirement of workingnwith children, therefore not eliminating all candidates with anrecord from being offered a position.

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Police Records

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Checks must benrenewed every three years.

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We wish to expressnour appreciation to all applicants

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📌 2026 Day Camp - Day Camp Counsellor - Wasaga BeachID#1365 (Muskoka District Municipality)
🏢 YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka
📍 Muskoka District Municipality