Department Recreation & Culture

Job Type Temporary Number of Positions 6 Affiliation Non-Union

Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Supervisor – Camps/Playgrounds, Program Director – Camps/Playgrounds, and Community Recreation Coordinator, Camp Counsellors are accountable for planning and implementing a safe, enjoyable and diverse program for camp participants aged 2.5-16 years.

Job Duties

- Develops and implements a safe, enjoyable and diverse program (including special events and theme days).
- Ensures the safety and well-being of all participants and other staff during program hours.
- Maintains program schedules and ensures deadlines are met.
- Works cooperatively and maintains ongoing and effective communication with participants, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Performs daily site checks and ensures that the necessary equipment and supplies are available in a safe condition.
- Takes appropriate action to deal with incidents/accidents and emergencies, as outlined in the departmental policies and procedures.
- Completes and submits administrative tasks (program plans, attendance forms, etc.) within the specified deadlines.
- Contribute to the evaluations of volunteers by assessing their ongoing performance.
- Assists in the development and implementation of adaptive programming for participants with special needs.
- Is actively involved in leading activities during program hours.
- Ability to work outdoors and participate in swim trips (comfortable in the water).
- Responsible for daily opening and closing procedures at Camp/Playground location.




- Creates an environment that fosters a positive and inclusive program experience.
- Acts as a positive role model for program participants and other team members.

Qualifications / Skills

- Must be a minimum of 16 years of age or older by June 8, 2027.
- Excellent organization, time management and planning skills.
- Self-motivated, positive, confident and approachable.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Robust oral and written communication skills.
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR C certification (If hired, must be obtained by June 8, 2027).
- HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development certification (If hired, must be obtained by June 8, 2027).
- Able to provide a clear Criminal Reference /Vulnerable Sector check that is current (completed in the last 6 months), upon being hired.
- Must be available to work the full 8 weeks of Summer (Camps run June 30 - August 27, 2027; Playgrounds run July 5 - August 27, 2027) and the pre-summer Mandatory Training (Corporate Training, BMST, Summer Staff Training).
- Nice to Have Knowledge and experience related to the delivery of recreation/camp programs would be an asset.




- Preferred 1 year of experience working with children (i.e. babysitting).

What is Offered to Staff

- Rate of Pay: $18.75 - $19.54 per hour.* *Please note: advertised pay rates are effective January 1, 2027.
- Hours of Work: Summer Camp Counsellors – Monday to Friday, various 8 hour shifts between 7:15 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Summer Camp Counsellors (Playground Sites) – Monday to Thursday, 8:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. and Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Town Perks: The Town offers temporary staff access to a Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension –

Key Dates for Summer Camps/Playgrounds

Promotional Interviews – Week of February 15 or 23, 2027 Behaviour Management Systems Training – Recertification – April 8, 2027, May 12, 2027, May 20, 2027, or June 3, 2027 Behaviour Management Systems Training – Full Certification – May 27, 2027, June 9, 2027, or June 17, 2027 Corporate Training – June 8, 2027 Summer Staff Training – June 22, 2027, June 24, 2027, June 25, 2027, June 28, 2027, June 29, 2027, and June 30, 2027 Camps begin – June 30, 2027 Playgrounds begin – July 5, 2027 Camps/Playgrounds end – August 27, 2027* *Contracts may be extended to end on September 3, 2027 for Camp Finale. Please note: This posting is for the purpose of returning camp staff to express their interest in transferring into the Camp Counsellor position during Summer 2027. However, exact staffing needs for Summer 2027 are still b

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