Job Summary
Did you participate in day camps as a child? Do you remember the way your camp counsellor (or group leader) made you feel about being part of the group? Maybe they were the supportive and caring person who encouraged you to try new things and build new friendships. They showed you how to create your first friendship bracelet, shared songs and skits, shared the awe and wonder of the natural world, and encouraged you to try out (fill in the blank) for the first time. You felt seen, heard and welcomed just as you were. This position posting will be open Oct. 30, 2026 and close Nov. 13, 2026.

Camp Spirit Team Lead: please read full position description on our website www.campspirit.ca/summer-staff.html

The TEAM LEAD will collaborate with Camp Spirit Regional Staff, Summer Staff, and Site Hosts to plan and implement the Camp Spirit 2027 summer program. The TEAM LEAD will manage one of three Camp Spirit Teams for the summer. The TEAM LEAD is responsible for the smooth running of Camp Spirit at each site – ensuring the safety of participants and staff; and an environment of radical inclusion that builds safe, brave space for participants. 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 YouthCrew. The TEAM LEAD is also responsible for ensuring alignment of the program with the vision and values of Camp Spirit.

1. Lead the Staff Team:

- Support FaithQuest Lead, Guides and YouthCrew in their roles.




- Co-facilitate Camp Spirit Guide orientation & training prior to the summer.
- Lead morning and afternoon Staff Team meetings for planning, debriefing, reflection, and evaluation.
- Facilitate teamwork and effective communication between FaithQuest Lead, Guides, YouthCrew, 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.

2. Plan and Implement Camp Spirit weeks at up to eight sites:

- Communicate with First Third Ministry Resource & Engagement Facilitator and Summer Administrator regarding coordination for each Camp Spirit site.
- Consult 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 consult regularly with the Site Host at each site prior to their week of Camp Spirit.




- Develop a thorough knowledge of the Camp Spirit 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 resources 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.

4. 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.

5. Communication, Evaluation and Documentation

- Maintain ongoing and consistent correspondence with staff, parents, and Site Hosts – through email, phone, and newsletter information.
- In partnership with FaithQuest Lead, provide the Summer Administrator with content to be shared on Camp Spirit social media and in site specific newsletters.
- In consultation with the Staff Team, ensure a thorough evaluation of program, facilities, and leadership.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 16 weeks

Pay: $24.00-$27.00 per hour

Advantages:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food

Work Location: On the road

📌 Camp Spirit Team Lead (Burnaby)
🏢 Camp Spirit, United Church of Canada
📍 Burnaby