Camp Program Leader
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Job Summary
Are you an energetic positive and creative person who wants to increase your experience working with children Are you looking for a seasonal position that could help you learn daily program planning youth engagement and inspire children to do their best Do you have exceptional interpersonal skills and do you thrive in a fast faced challenging environment
The YMCA Child Care division is looking for Camp Program Leaders to work in spring day camp programs in various locations. Working in a team environment Camp Program Leaders provide safe fun engaging interest-led spring camp programs for children ages 5yrs-12yrs.
Our Child Care Team is supportive dynamic and growing! We are looking for individuals who are energetic active responsible and caring. Flexible shifts are available during the week Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm.
Are you ready to make a difference in childrens lives and be part of an amazing team Apply now to join us as a YMCA Camp Leader!
If the following sounds like a good day at work this job might be for you!
- Assist with implementing program plans and leading daily activities in accordance with YMCA standards and program expectations based on program theme and age of participants.
- Foster healthy meaningful relationships and provide a place to belong for children families and colleagues
- Actively interacts with children ages 5-12 as a play partner
- Ensure the safety of all members participants staff and property
- Lead high quality program planning incorporating the Ys values
- Maintain safety and supervision in accordance with provincial licensing requirements and standards
- Support implementation of play based educational programming including interactive play literacy mathematics science building drama games team building daily physical activity and sports
- Participate in YMCA of Southern Interior BC community initiatives
Wed love to hear from people with:
- Over 16 years of age for Recreational Camps
- Over 19 years of age with your Responsible Adult (or 20 hours of professional development relating to childrens health nutrition safety development and/or guidance) for licensed camps
- Valid class 4 operators license (is an asset)
- Valid First Aid Certificate with CPR level B or C
- Experience working with children and youth with exceptionalities an asset
- Excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion to help children achieve their full potential through purposeful programming and implementation
Competencies:
- Commitment to Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and appreciation for the mission vision and values of the YMCA of Southern Interior BC.
- Service Orientated: Deliberately identifies and creates opportunities to enhance each and every individuals YMCA experience. Creates action plans to resolve any service gap areas.
- Relationship Building and Collaboration: Builds positive interactions listens attentively and communicates effectively to create an open communication environment. Share information best practices and resources with colleagues.
The YMCAs Commitment to Trust Safety and Equality:
As part of a trusted charitable organization you can expect to receive excellent services and safety training throughout your YMCA career. As the first step in your journey you will be required to:
- Provide 3 references of a professional nature (e.g. Employer Supervisor or Colleague)
- Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding your start date. The YMCA will provide applicable instructions and paperwork.
The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities persons of color and ethnicity Indigenous persons (First Nations Metis and Inuit) and people of all sexual orientations and genders.
Application deadline: February 27 2026
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Program Management
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Project Management
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- DoD Experience
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Contracts
About Company
On the surface, H2O is Kelowna's world-class waterpark and fitness facility. But those who dive in discover a welcoming centre of community focused on preventative health and child development.
