Summer Camp Counsellor

Summer Camp Counsellor
Do you have a passion for education and learning? Do you love working with children and youth? Do you consider yourself a coding or robotics specialist? Then we want you to join Camp STEAM Canada as a Counsellor! 
 
The Counsellor is enthusiastic and has excellent group management skills. Counsellors enjoy organizing the camp activities from setup to cleanup. The Counsellors respect health and safety procedures and are interested in developing their leadership skills.

Why Work at Camp STEAM

Monday to Friday work schedule – weekends off!

Canada Day and Civic Holiday Off

Career pathing – get experience in the STEAM fields

Fun work environment and culture while working with children

Daytime work hours

Future Opportunities

Rewards and Recognition

Multiple locations to choose from; for a full list of our sites please visit Camp STEAM Locations

Responsibilities

    The responsibilities of a Counsellor include but are not limited to:

    • Leading activities for campers including inquiry and discussion
    • Assisting campers in learning more about Camp STEAM projects
    • Creating a fun, enjoyable, and safe atmosphere for campers
    • Modelling appropriate behaviour and positive interactions
    • Engaging with each camper as they work through activities
    • Ensuring that all campers under your care are treated equally, consistently, and fairly
    • Providing consistent and specific direction in the supervision of campers
    • Demonstrating a positive attitude, thoughtfulness, and good decision-making
    • Being self-confident and able to accept and adopt constructive feedback
    • Following all daily campsite cleaning procedures
    • Carrying out other reasonable duty requests from the Camp Coordinator, Program Coordinator or a member of the Management Team 

    Note: Candidates applying for any position with Camp STEAM must have a valid certificate in Standard First Aid with CPR-C from a reputable provider of first aid training as recognized by WSIB / WCB / WorkSafe BC, as well as a Police Check in the Vulnerable Sector that was issued no earlier than August 22, 2024.

     

    Successful Candidates Should Possess

    • Working towards a high school diploma or enrolled at a post-secondary institution
    • 1 year experience working with children
    • Knowledge and understanding of STEAM related topics
    • Inspirational and creative thinking skills
    • Customer service-oriented mindset
    • Teamwork and collaboration skills with the ability to take initiative
    • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to adapt to change
    • The ability to anticipate problems and opportunities, and develop effective solutions
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Must be able to commute to workplace location
    • Applicants who are Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be prioritized

    What to Expect

    Although our camp season runs in July and August, we are looking for Counsellors to begin training in late June 2025. This is a full-time, contract role that is a great opportunity for people who enjoy working with children.