Program Facilitator, Spring THCC

Halifax - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Tim Hortons Foundation Camps help youth from underserved communities achieve their full potential through multi-year overnight camp experiences. Whether at camp or back home in their communities between visitsour youth work to build social emotional leadership and innovation skills and behaviours like volunteerism and motivation to learn so they become civically and academically engaged and successfully transition to adulthood.

At Tims Camps we are catalysts for good - helping our youth participants and teammates be the best they can be developing personal and career growth. We empower young people with skills to open doors to their future. That is our North Star and together we help shape leaders that build stronger communities.

Were looking for a

Program Facilitator

Job Summary

Program Facilitators are responsible for creating an inclusive and supportive environment where campers are enabled to develop tangible skills set out in the Tims Camps Program Framework. This is done through briefing leading and debriefing activities to draw out understanding and self-awareness. Program Facilitators read the abilities of their group and adjust activities accordingly. They are responsible for assessing and managing risk and ensuring THFC program and wellness standards are followed.

Work Location

This role will be based onsite at the Tim Horton Childrens Camp in Tatamagouche NS.

Contract Length

May 4th 2025 June 5th 2025

What would you be doing

Deliver high-quality intentional programming designed to meet specific outcomes and develop positive skills
Establish relationships with youth aged 11-17 that reflect respect trust and empathy
Inspire young people to discover their strengths challenge limits and build resilience and leadership capacity in a safe and supportive environment
Encourage camper development through their own processing and readiness and recognize their achievements
Provide leadership and guidance to other staff modeling inclusivity and mentorship
Identify assess and appropriately manage risks and respond to risks ensuring the safety of participants guests and staff at all times
Ensure program areas are organized stocked and in good repair
Ensure participants and staff are properly trained in activities and follow safety protocols
Contribute positively to the camp team and culture
Deliver programs in accordance with THFC and accrediting body standards
Report incidents and complete the appropriate documentation
Work flexible hours while campers are present on site
Support other camp departments as necessary including but not limited to kitchen maintenance and housekeeping

Does this sound like you

2 years of experience working with children/youth of various abilities preferably in an outdoor setting
Ability to exercise good judgement and professionalism when interacting with schools and community groups
Experienced facilitator. Demonstrates ability to adapt facilitation style based on individual and/or group needs
Skilled in behaviour management and problem solving
Current Standard First Aid/CPR-C certification
Licensed with a valid G Class Drivers License or equivalent (considered an asset)
Acceptable criminal background check
Ability to live on-site for an extended period of time and work flexible hours

Benefits of working with us

Accommodation and meals are included for the duration of the contract
Bonus when you refer employees
Have a positive impact on the lives of young people
Opportunity to build lasting friendships with other staff

To learn more about the impact of the experience you will take part in watch this short video

Commitment to Equity Diversity & Inclusion

Tim Hortons Foundation Camps (THFC) is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment and seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires talent regardless of age race creed color religion national origin ancestry marital status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability nationality sex status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases.

If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process please let us know by emailing us at and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Land Acknowledgement

We are located in Mikmaki the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mikmaq People and we acknowledge them as the past present and future caretakers of this land.