Camp Spirit 2026Position: Team LeadReports to: Regional Minister Camp SpiritCAMP SPIRITRooted and Growing in LoveCAMP SPIRIT VISIONIn partnership with local United Church congregations, Camp Spirit provides equipped leaders to nurture the spirit of each child, in order to support children and families to live lives of faith, hope, and compassion in the world.PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE WORKThe TEAM LEAD will work with FAITHQUEST LEAD to plan and implement the Summer 2026 Camp Spirit program the Pacific Mountain Regional Council. Team Lead will manage one of 3 Camp Spirit Teams for Summer 2026. The TEAM LEAD is responsible for the smooth running of Camp Spirit at each site – ensuring the safety of participants and staff. The TEAM LEAD will be the director at each of the Camp Spirit sites and will play a significant role in the training, support, and evaluation of staff and youth crew. They, along with FaithQuest Lead, are also responsible for ensuring alignment of the program with the vision and values of Camp Spirit.The Camp Spirit TEAM LEAD will work in collaboration with the Camp Spirit Regional Minister, Camp Spirit Coordinator, Site Hosts and Summer Staff Team.RESPONSIBILITIESLead the Staff Team:Support FaithQuest Lead, Guides and YouthCrew in their roles.Co-facilitate Camp Spirit Guide training prior to the summer.Lead scheduled Staff Team meetings for planning, debriefing, reflection, and evaluation.Facilitate teamwork and effective communication between FaithQuest Lead, Guides, Youth Crew, Site Host and Volunteers at each of the Camp Spirit sites.Resource and empower Staff Team and YouthCrew in expanding strategies for engaging children.Mentor staff team in leadership skills, offer reflection and support.Meet with each staff team member individually at least once a week as part of supervision duties.Provide team building, ongoing skills development and support to Staff Team as required throughout the summer.Plan and Implement Camp Spirit weeks at up to 7 sites:Communicate with Camp Spirit Coordinator and Summer Administrator regarding logistics for each Camp Spirit site.Liaise with the Camp Spirit Coordinator and Summer Administrator regarding registration updates, participant information,



travel details, and newsletter information for each week of Camp Spirit.Build relationships and liaise regularly with the Site Host at each site prior to their week of Camp Spirit.Develop a thorough knowledge of the Camp Spirit 2026 Curriculum (theme, stories, resources, and recommended activities) and work with the Staff Team to bring the curriculum to life.Work with FAITHQUEST LEAD to provide resource and planning support to Guides for the program components of Camp Spirit.Provide lists of required supplies and resources to each site in ample time for the local site organizers to prepare.Emergency and Safety Planning:Ensure the physical, emotional, and spiritual safety of all people involved in the Camp Spirit program.Examine and adapt or create (as needed) emergency and safety plans for each site.Ensure that staff are appropriately informed and trained in emergency and safety policies and procedures.Ensure that participants and volunteers are appropriately informed of emergency and safety policies and procedures for each site.Communication, Evaluation and Documentation:Maintain ongoing and consistent correspondence with staff, parents, and Site Hosts – email, phone, and newsletter information.In partnership with FAITHQUEST LEAD, provide the Summer Administrator with content to be shared on Camp Spirit social media.In consultation with the Staff Team, ensure a thorough evaluation of program, facilities, and leadership.Additional Duties as requiredSKILLS AND ABILITIESCapacity to communicate Camp Spirit valuesOpen and curious enough to have deep conversations about biblical and theological conceptsRecognize and appreciate the way Jesus shows radical love and inclusionAbility to organize and be attentive to detailHigh level of ability to adapt and implement curriculum or children’s programAble to work in an environment where interruptions are frequentProven communication skills with individuals and groupsConfident with speaking to and directing large groups of peopleWillingness and ability to provide leadership for and to work in a cooperative teamCapacity to be healthy and centered during multiple and varied work demandsDemonstrated ability to work in an ordered and organized manner as well as a capacity to be spontaneous, flexible, and to take initiativeEDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCESignificant experience in ministry with children, youth, and young adultsPrevious experience with Camp Spirit is an assetExperience in collaborative team leadershipExperience in supervision and training of staffExperience in a faith-based environmentExperience in a summer camp environment is an assetComputer skills are an assetCERTIFICATIONApplicants must have up-to-date certifications or be willing to complete certification prior to starting work for summer 2026.Standard/Intermediate First AidMental Health First Aid (for People Working with Youth)Commit to KidsYMCA Responsible AdultTHE TEAM LEAD WILL BE REQUIRED TOTravel both local and longer distancesSign the First Third Ministry Leadership Code of ConductProvide Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check (applies to those staff 19 years and older)Have a valid Driver’s License (a significant asset)Have access to a vehicle (a significant asset)Work occasional evenings and weekends, including but not limited to those listed below. Days in lieu will be planned accordingly.Start Date – May 19th, 2026Travel to and attend Sr. Staff Training – location TBA – May 31st 7:00 pm – June 5th 3:00 pm, 2026Travel to and attend All Staff Training – location TBA – Saturday, June 27th 7:00 pm – Thursday, July 2nd 4:00pm, 2026COMPENSATIONThe remuneration for this salaried position will be based on the applicant’s experience, and between $24-$28 per hour. This position is 40 hours per week from May 19thuntil August 28th, 2026.APPLICATION PROCESSApplications will open December 15th, 2025, and close January 15th, 2026. Apply here .#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Camp Spirit Team Lead - $24 - $28 An Hour (Toronto)
🏢 Camp Spirit
📍 Toronto