Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent<\/p>\n
Position Status: New Position<\/p>\n
Work Hours: 35 hours per week<\/p>\n
Salary: $61,479 (L7) annually, plus comprehensive benefits<\/p>\n
Location: Toronto \/ Parry Sound, Ontario<\/p>\n
Internal Application Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026<\/p>\n
External Application Deadline: Monday, April 27, 2026
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Join YWCA Toronto, where intersectional feminism, community voices, and social justice drive lasting change. We welcome women and gender diverse people of all identities into a workplace rooted in equity, collaboration, and inclusion.<\/p>\n
This position plays a key role in program development, direct programming and community building. It supports the Manager of Camping to maintain a safe and inclusive community at camp in all seasons. It is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the camping program, and ensuring inclusivity and I.D.E.A. goals are met.<\/p>\n
ABOUT YWCA TORONTO \u2013 CAMP TAPAWINGO<\/strong><\/p>\n Camp Tapawingo is a summer camp near Parry Sound which offers carefully developed programming in a relaxed camp setting on beautiful Georgian Bay. Girls and gender diverse youth thrive as they develop leadership skills, gain confidence and embark on new experiences and fun adventures. YWCA Toronto is committed to increasing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) within Camp Tapawingo programs and services. We aspire to be a camp representative of Toronto\u2019s diverse community and to provide a welcoming space where camp participants, families, counsellors-in-training and staff feel safe and valued. We provide financial assistance to help remove barriers for girls and gender diverse youth to access the outdoors.<\/p>\n KEY RESPONSIBILITIES<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating camp activities and schedules;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ensure programs align with IDEA goals and provide diverse, inclusive experiences;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Coordinate camper arrivals\/departures, special events, and outside group programming;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Prepare training materials and support staff development;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Act as lead in the Manager\u2019s absence, living on-site during camp season and responding to emergencies including urgent health concerns, accidents and distressed campers;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Promote camp programs, recruit and help to interview seasonal staff, and prepare hiring packages;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Assist with oversight, support and development of the supervision of Activity Heads, counsellors, and seasonal staff;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Assist in managing budgets relating to program, petty cash, and support service\/equipment purchases;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Collaborate with outreach staff, external organizations, and partners (eg, Lifesaving Society, Ontario Camps Association).<\/p>\n QUALIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 In-depth knowledge of an academic discipline normally acquired through an undergraduate degree in Child and Youth Work, Social Work, Education, Recreation degree or other relevant educational degree (Cases for Equivalency will be considered);<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 3-5 years\u2019 of directly related experience at an overnight children\u2019s camp at a senior staff level;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Full Ontario driver\u2019s license is required;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Experience working with youth and vulnerable populations, including evidence of strong cultural competence and demonstrated commitment to working with diverse communities and work environments;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Advanced knowledge of operating an overnight camp with physical, wilderness, and leadership activities for girls and gender-diverse youth;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Knowledge of girls\u2019 and gender-diverse youth programing, and access and equity issues are required ;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to work well within a team and independently, including demonstrating strong leadership, collaborative, team-building and problem-solving skills;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to pass their National Lifeguard and\/or Bronze Cross;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Excellent written and oral communication skills;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ability to learn and pass the Water Treatment Certificate and Food Handler\u2019s Certificate;<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Proficiency in current computer applications is necessary, e.g., Microsoft Office, Teams\/Zoom, Outlook.<\/p>\n Note: This position is required to work in Toronto in the winter months and live on-site at YWCA Camp Tapawingo from May until early October. Room and Board is provided while at camp. Vacation may not be taken during the on-site time at camp<\/strong><\/p>\n What We Offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefit<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Multi-Sector Pension Plan: Employer\u2019s contribution of 5.75% and Employee Contribution of 3.25%<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Time off: Starts with 20 Vacation Days, 1.5 Days Per Month Sick Leave, 12 Paid Holidays, Health Promotional Days and 4 Float Days<\/p>\n \u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other Benefits: Child Care Benefits, Maternity\/Parental Leave Supplementary Employment Benefits, Educational\/Sabbatical Leave, and Financial Assistance for Professional Development<\/p>\n Vaccination Policy: In accordance with YWCA Toronto\u2019s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all YWCA Toronto employees, students and volunteers are strongly encouraged to obtain all COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as recommended by Toronto Public Health.<\/p>\n