As the need for mental health services grows, Child Development Institute (CDI) continues to be the steadfast support and leading provider of specialized mental health services for children and youth aged 0-18 and their families. All of our services are guided by a strength-based approach that incorporates the family and the community into the journey of supporting children and youth. Trusted with the mental well-being of our community's most sensitive members, infants and children, all of our programming is backed by rigorous research. Science is the backbone which informs our work as we evolve alongside the needs of our community. We are committed to providing services that are respectful of racial, cultural, religious, ethnic and linguistic diversity, as well as sexual orientation, age, gender and family differences. All our services are delivered by a deeply caring and compassionate team that guides children, youth and families along a mental health journey in a safe, respectful and welcoming space. These values are integrity, respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, caring, and openness. All Camp Towhee staff members are expected to carry themselves in a way that represents these values and aligns with the OCAs mission to have camp staff who are honest, responsible, and fair to all. Camp Towhee/Towhee Summer Therapeutic Program treats youth with Mental Health issues complicated by Learning Disabilities. Located in Haliburton, Ontario, Towhee positively changes the trajectory of kids and staffs lives. We provide 12 days of training covering behaviour management, counselling skills, CPI, mental health and learning disabilities. If you are interested in a career in the social services,



psychology or teaching and/or want to play a pivotal role in supporting children and youth in feeling safe enough to be their genuine amazing selves
- Towhee is the place for you to get real experience, skill building, and be part of that change. The successful candidate should be a dynamic team player, with a passion for supporting children/youth, a willingness to learn about the impacts of mental health and learning disabilities on social/emotional/physical behaviour, and a passion for helping campers understand the benefits of nature-based programming. Under the direction of the Waterfront Program Supervisor and the Woods Program Supervisor, the Waterfront and Woods Program Leader will be responsible for facilitating therapeutic and nature-based programs that deliver a fun and meaningful experience. As our Waterfront and Woods Program Leader, you will Plan, coordinate and facilitate canoe trips, outdoor skills programs, and waterfront activities as part of the program team. Assist in other areas of the camp by providing direct support and supervision of campers during mealtimes, evening programs, bedtime routines and night supervision as needed. Work as part of the overall staff team by participating in the planning and implementation of special, camp-wide theme programs and activities. Adhere to and interpret to other staff and campers the policies, practices, and procedures of Camp Towhee. Experience working with children and/or youth, preferably our population. Personal, professional,



or educational experiences in a related field. Experience with behaviour management and supportive counselling, strongly preferred. Must have/acquire National Lifeguard Service qualification, current Bronze Cross holder can be considered. Experience facilitating outdoor skills programming (swimming, canoeing/kayaking, outdoor survival skills, nature-based mindfulness, etc.). Experience with outdoor programming, such as archery, orienteering, fire/shelter building, water purification, plant identification, camping skills, etc. Responsible for safely and efficiently running the Camp Towhee Waterfront, including the prep and protected storage of boats and program equipment, and the facilitation of programs. May require lifting children (up to 45 lbs.), Possibility of helping with a day long canoe trip, involving paddling, portaging, hiking, swimming, and carrying equipment. Frequent physical activity, including standing, walking, running, lifting, and actively engaging with campers and staff in various camp activities and games. Supervisors Training: June 15th
- June 17th Pre-Camp, All Staff Training: June 19th
- June 30th Round-trip bus transportation from Toronto to Haliburton will be provided at the beginning and end of the camp. Contract Period Contract end date: Compensation: $4,550 for the term of employment, including a base salary of $2,800 and a completion bonus of $1,750 at the end of the contract. CDI is firmly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous People of North America and the world, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. All CDI

📌 Lifeguard, Waterfront and Woods Program Leader, Camp Towhee (Ontario)
🏢 Child Development Institute
📍 Ontario