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2016 YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka Summer
Day Camp Staff Application
To apply please visit
www.surveymonkey.com/s/ymca_daycamp_staffapp and fill out our
online staff application form. Please also email a cover letter and
resume to:
Email: jared_baillie@ymca.ca
Fax: 705 792 7874
Mail: Jared Baillie, YMCA Day Camps, 22 Grove St. West, Barrie
Ontario L4N 1M7
Thank
Jared Baillie, Director, YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka Day Camps
Hello Future All Star Staff,
I would like to start by thanking you for your interest in being a part of the YMCA Simcoe Muskoka day
camp team. We a looking to hire 150 motivated individuals who understand this summer will be about
giving back to kids in their community. I want to take this time to give you a little more information
about what your summer will look like if you chose to apply and are successful.
The life of a counsellor is full time management of children position. You will learn patience, hard work
and how to be a leader. Counsellors are the lifeblood of camp; they keep the kids entertained and will
be the reason why the children come back to camp. The counsellors job can be exhausting, between
swimming, behavior management, starting games, singing songs. But if you are up for the challenge you
can make a big difference in children’s lives.
The life of an inclusion counsellor is one of great reward. You need to be able to work in a team and
sometimes independently. Successful candidates should understand that they are employed to help kids
integrate into the camp environment. Fostering their campers to make friends and feeling included is
the ultimate goal. This position can sometimes feel like you are on an island, positive communication
with parents and other staff is required.
The life of programmers/section heads is a constant creative opportunity. You will be looked to for
leadership on how to interact with kids. Challenging behaviors will take up a portion of your day. This
job can be stressful if you have not worked in camping before as it requires a lot of quick thinking.
Candidates should have a background in dealing with kids and programming camps.
The life of a Coordinator is a lot of management. You will be managing staff, managing camper
behaviors, managing paperwork. The coordinator will be looked to as a leader of their perspective
camps, and their attitude will dictate the way the camp runs. This role can be challenging at times, but is
meant for those who are able to deal with stress in a constructive way and each day keep a positive
attitude.
I hope this gives you a better idea about what option would be best for you, please look through the full
job descriptions for more information.
At this point I would like to discuss the changes that are occurring for the 2016 summer. First and
foremost I would like to introduce our new camp, “Springwater”. This camp will be located at
Springwater Provincial Park and will be an outdoor/nature/sport based camp. It will have a
coordinator/programmer and 5-8 staff. It will be able to be accessed through Angus, Barrie, Innisfil,
Collingwood, Wasaga.
With this we have decided we will no longer be running Innisfil-Geneva Park bus. I know this will upset a
few people, but we believe that the bus option was too long and we can offer a great program at
Springwater.
Thank you,
JOB TITLE: Counsellor
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie, Collingwood, Gravenhurst, Innisfil (Tottenham, Alliston,Bradford) Midland,
Orillia/Geneva Park (Barrie,Orillia), Parry Sound & Wasaga Beach, Springwater(Angus,Innisfil,Collingwood,Wasaga)
PLACEMENT: Seasonal (June 27 – Sept 2nd, 2015)
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Camp Counsellors are responsible for making the magic of camp happen. They will provide amazing
adventures, deliver daily camp programs and ensure their camper’s safety and supervision. Camp
Counsellors are fun, creative, caring and energetic. You will be required to work 7:00-3:00pm, 8:304:30pm or 10:00-6:00pm.Each day you will be in charge of a group of 10 children leading them
throughout activities all day.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Programming: To lead and participate in all programs and to actively swim each day with the
campers. Delivering programming based on skill level, and age of participants
 Administration: Complete all necessary paperwork (site checks, program paper work,
incident reports, pre-camp phone calls, staff meetings and parent feedback).
 Safety: To be responsible for the safety, supervision and security of all participants in your
care at all times following the YMCA Policies and Procedures
 To participate with the children in a positive and supportive manner using the Healthy
Childhood Development frameworks.
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA
of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and
all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
COMPETENCIES:
 Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children
and youth.
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and
educate others of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all
children regardless of ability.
 Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical
standards.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and
responds to identified needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
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Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening for those 18yrs old + (this can be done
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within 6 months of your first day work June 27 , 2015. Make sure you get it early because it takes a
long time to get this done)
SALARY: $375/per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: Inclusion Counsellor
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie, Collingwood, Innisfil, Midland, Orillia/Geneva Park, Gravenhurst, Parry Sound
Wasaga Beach, Springwater
PLACEMENT: Seasonal (June 22 – Sept 4, 2015)
GENERAL FUNCTION:
Inclusion Counsellors are responsible for providing one on one support to campers with special needs
while at camp. Inclusion Counsellors will receive training and support but should come into the role with
experience working with this sector. Inclusion staff are caring, enthusiastic and patient and will use
inclusive strategies to ensure each campers success in the camp program. You will be required to work
7:00-3:00pm, 8:30-4:30pm or 10:00-6:00pm.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Support: Providing 1-1/2-1 support to children with special needs. Assist in developing
program inclusion strategies to create a successful camping experience for all campers.
 Safety: To be responsible for the safety, supervision and security of all participants in your
care at all times following the YMCA Policies and Procedures
 Managing: Manage behavioral incidents and implementing behavioral redirection strategies
 Administration: Complete all necessary paperwork (site checks, program paper work,
incident reports, pre-camp phone calls, staff meetings and parent feedback).
 Act as resource to day camp staff team in terms of inclusive programming
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA
of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and
all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
COMPETENCIES:
 Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children
and youth.
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and
educate others of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all
children regardless of ability.
 Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical
standards.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and
responds to identified needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
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Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening for those 18yrs old +
Experience working with children with special needs and behaviour management.
(this can be done within 6 months of your first day work June 27 th, 2015. Make sure you get it
early because it takes a long time to get this done)
SALARY: $415/per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: On-Site Programmer/ Section Head (Geneva Park)
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie, Collingwood, Gravenhurst, Innisfil, Midland, Orillia/Geneva Park, Parry Sound &
Wasaga Beach, Springwater
PLACEMENT: Seasonal (June 20th 2015 – Sept 2th 2015)
GENERAL FUNCTION:
On-site Programmers are responsible for assisting in the development and delivery of the daily creative,
fun and interactive programming. They also provide on-going support to all counsellors and volunteers
and, act in lieu of On-Site Coordinator. They will be an expert in program delivery and have a wealth of
back pocket games, transition activities and positive role model to staff and campers. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Programming: Develop and implement age appropriate program curriculum aligned with the
YMCA Values + CATCH philosophy and to be available to lead all programs assigned and to
actively swim each day with the campers
 Administration: To place supply orders to On-Site Coordinator, maintain program
equipment inventory and purchase program equipment as needed. Newsletter information
submitted to Coordinator weekly. Participation in weekly staff meetings.
 Coaching: Coach staff to lead age appropriate camp activities and programs overall site
leadership using the Healthy Childhood Development frameworks.
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA
of Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
 Demonstrate strong support and commitment to serving the membership, facility users and
all program participants of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka.
 Volunteer Development: Act as point person for volunteer intake, schedules, support and
hours tracking.
COMPETENCIES:
 Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children
and youth.
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and
educate others of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all
children regardless of ability.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and
responds to identified needs
 Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum
organizational effectiveness.
 Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new
ideas that will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
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Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening for those 18yrs old +
SALARY: $415/per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: On-Site Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie, Collingwood, Gravenhurst, Innisfil(Bradford,Tottenham,Alliston), Midland,
Orillia/Geneva Park, Parry Sound & Wasaga Beach, Springwater
PLACEMENT: Seasonal (Mid May 2015 – Sept 2nd 2015)
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The On-Site Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership to the daily camp operations of their site. They are
responsible for camper safety, management of staff and volunteers, daily problem solving and providing excellent
values based customer service to our families and community. This role can be broken down to 25%
administration, 25% parent communication and 50% behavior management.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Coordinate: Daily operations of designated day camp site
 Supervise: Staff and volunteers including on-going support, coaching, training and performance
management using YMCA Healthy Childhood Development resources.
 Communication: Working daily with site location managers to ensure proper communication each
day. Strong communication with Administration, Assistant Director and Director
 Responsible for operating staffing ratio. Make appropriate schedules.
 Crisis response following YMCA procedures
 Administration: Payroll, County Attendance, Family Communication, Site Reports, Year-end Report
and program supply ordering
COMPETENCIES:
 Child and Youth Focused: Commits to assisting growth and development among children and youth.
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others
of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children
regardless of ability.
 Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to
identified needs
 Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum organizational
effectiveness.
 Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new ideas that
will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Experience in a leadership position and staff supervision with a day or residential camp.
 Able to work with limited direct supervision and strong self-management, organizational and
customer service skills
 Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
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 Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening (18yrs old prior to Aug.29 2013)
SALARY: $450-$475per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: Day Camp Inclusion Coordinator/Behavior specialist
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie (with travel to all site locations)
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PLACEMENT: Seasonal June 13 – September 2 , 2015
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The inclusion coordinator will provide leadership for the 8-12 inclusion counsellors spread throughout
Simcoe/Muskoka day camps. You will provide strategies as well as help to model effective behavior management
strategies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 Supervision: Travelling to each Day Camp location in Simcoe/Muskoka weekly to provide support to all
Day camp Staff.
 Administration: Be the key contact person for the parents/guardians of the 1:1 campers. Talk to them
about any issues or positives their camper might be having
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Demonstrate strong support and commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka and the YMCA in Canada.
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Crisis response following YMCA procedures
Developing strong relationships to On-Site Coordinators to provide support required, specifically on
behavior management.
COMPETENCIES:
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others
of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children
regardless of ability.
 Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to
identified needs
 Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum organizational
effectiveness.
 Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information
sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
 Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new ideas that
will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.
 Quality Focus: Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Demonstrated conflict resolution, problem solving, time management and organizational sills
Able to work with limited direct supervision
Must have access to a reliable vehicle
Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening 18+
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SALARY: $450/PER WEEK
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: Day Camp Assistant Director
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
POSITION LOCATIONS: Barrie (with travel to all site locations)
PLACEMENT: Seasonal Early May – Sept 4 2015
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Assistant Day Camp Director will provide significant leadership to all day camp sites and staff teams within the
YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka. Program development, volunteer management, evaluation, school presentations,
recruiting and trainings all in conjunction with the Director of Day Camping
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Supervision: Travelling to each Day Camp location in Simcoe/Muskoka weekly to provide support to
all Day Camp Staff
 Safety: Conducting on-going Day Camp Program quality assurance/OCA/County of Simcoe
requirements
 Assist in the recruitment, training, development and management of staff and volunteers using YMCA
Healthy Childhood Development resources.
 Volunteer Development: Managing Volunteer placement and tracking of volunteer hours
 Management and development of Day Camp program content, training tools and resources
 Organizing and planning fundraising events
 Communication: Developing, and maintaining positive relationships with camp families, external
contract service providers and the Y community
 Developing strong relationships to On-Site Coordinators to provide support required on a daily basis
 Acting in Lieu of the Director of Day Camp or in place of a On-Site Coordinator
COMPETENCIES:
 Concern for Health and Safety: Acknowledges and understands how to manage and educate others
of risk and harm reduction.
 Inclusiveness: Understands and commits to promoting equal opportunity and support for all children
regardless of ability.
 Integrity: Demonstrates responsible behaviour at all times and maintains high ethical standards.
 Sense of Community: Demonstrates an awareness and understanding of community and responds to
identified needs
 Teamwork: Actively build teams and encourage open relationships for maximum organizational
effectiveness.
 Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information
sharing and goal achievement across the Association.
 Initiative: Seek and find solutions to problems without waiting for direction; identifies new ideas that
will assist in achieving mission and strategic goals.
 Quality Focus: Ensures that YMCA programs and services are superior.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 Experience in day or residential camp through progressive leadership positions
 Demonstrated conflict resolution, problem solving, time management and organizational sills
 Able to work with limited direct supervision
 Must have access to a reliable vehicle
 Standard First Aid CPR ‘C’
 Criminal Record Check with a vulnerable sectors screening 18+
SALARY: $500/per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.
JOB TITLE: Day Camp Administrator
DEPARTMENT: Day Camp
LOCATION: Barrie
PLACEMENT: Seasonal
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The Day Camp Administrator will provide significant leadership to the Director, Assistant Director and On-Site
Coordinators. Providing SAM standards customer service to our Day Camp families and service providers, the
Administrator is responsible for bookings, scheduling, customer service and providing support to the Day Camp
leadership team.
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Demonstrates strong commitment to the mission and core values of the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka
Maintains all administrative duties of Day Camp daily operations, ensuring required reports are accurate
and completed to established deadlines
Develops and sustains good working relationships with provincial and municipal authorities.
Develops and sustains excellent working relationships with members of the community
Gives leadership to the Day Camp Leadership Team on a daily basis
Returning phone calls and managing member/family/staff questions, concerns, comments in a timely,
values based manner
Develops and sustains good parent relations on a daily basis acting as a model for all staff
Maintains relationships with all Day Camp providers in regards to planning/booking and organizing all
trips
Assists in aspects of Training and Development of Day Camp Staff
Delivers promotional information sessions in the community
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.
JOB KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS:
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Strong communication/public relations skills
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Advanced UNISON understanding and knowledge
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Administrative & organizational experience
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Computer literate and able to function comfortably within Microsoft Office system, including the use of
programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Possess a strong work ethic, a commitment to quality service and excellent oral and written
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communication skills
An excellent team player able to work closely with all Camp Staff
COMPETENCIES:
• Communication: Communicates in a thorough, clear and timely manner and supports information sharing and
goal achievement across the associations
• Teamwork: Participates actively in a team for organizational effectiveness
• Planning and Organizing: Establishes a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to
accomplish short and long term work goals
• Problem Solving: Identifies an issue, gathers and processes relevant information coming up with possible
solutions, selecting appropriate responses, and implementing them
• Commitment to Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and an
appreciation for the mission, vision, values and strategic outcomes
SALARY: $475/per week
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. The YMCA of
Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you are contacted to participate
in the recruitment or selection process, please notify us in advance if you require any accommodations. While we thank all applicants, only
those selected for an interview will be contacted.