The Town of Caledon is a dynamic municipality that successfully balances urban, rural and agricultural communities. Our energetic staff are guided by our core values that create an environment for continuous improvement and customer service excellence.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Programmer, Specialty Programs this role is responsible for ensuring camp participants have a positive experience and for working in accordance with the Town of Caledon guidelines, practices and procedures on recreational programs and customer service excellence.

As the Camp Coordinator, Inclusion Coordinator, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Organize and assist staff in running a fun and effective summer camp program to provide appropriate, challenging, and fun camp activities for participants of all ages and abilities.
• Plan camp programming to include crafts, games and both large and small group activities
• Ensure camp ratios are met at all times.
• Attend regular meetings with Programmer, Camp Director and conduct weekly meetings with camp staff.
• Supervise and be accountable for camp participants; always ensure knowledge of participants’ location and address any behavioural issues according to the Behaviour Guidelines.
• Ensure a positive and rewarding experience for all camp participants and parents/guardians; responsible for daily interaction with parents/guardians and ensuring safe arrival/departure of participants.
• Coach and provide team leadership to all camp staff and volunteers.
• Perform daily administrative tasks including camp sign–in/out, attendance, camp preparation etc. and complete Injury and Incident Reports as needed.
• Fill in for temporary staff shortages.
• Promote summer camp through advertising and school presentations.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing of additional camp activities; including but not limited to rock wall, swimming, and special events and guests.
• Must come prepare daily to accompany participants into the pool
• Assist the Camp Director to coordinate staff schedules.
• Coach and provide team leadership to all camp staff and volunteers.
• Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned.

Additional duties for Leadership Coordinator include:

• Prepare and deliver Leadership in Training and Counsellor in Training programs

Additional duties for Inclusion Coordinator include:

• Develop and lead Inclusion Camp team; oversee delivery of program plans by staff including appropriate use of camp space and equipment based on the needs of the participants.
• Work directly with families to provide specific program plans and detailed participant profiles to meet the inclusion requirements of participants.
• Review participant profiles with staff to ensure a strong, confident understanding of the participants needs and behaviour and assist with problem solving.
• Ensure participant profiles are updated on the participants logbook and communication from the counsellor.
• Assist camp staff with any challenges or concerns and ensure proper documentation is completed.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate must meet the following skills & qualifications:

• Current certification in Standard First Aid with CPR level C.
• Certification in HIGH FIVE ® Principles of Healthy Child Development is an asset.
• Completion of a Leader in Training and/or Counselor in Training course with the Town of Caledon is an asset.
• Demonstrated customer service excellence that reflects Caledon’s quality standards: accurate, courteous, responsive, and easy to navigate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to give obtain and/or exchange routine information.
• Organizational skills with considerable attention to detail to avoid errors and ability to meet deadlines.
• Superior interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions involving routine tasks, within established procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise significant discretion and sensitivity involving regular access to confidential data.
• Experience working in a camp environment or with children would be an asset but not necessary; must work well with children and maintain professional relationships with parents/guardians.

Additional qualifications for the Inclusion Coordinator include:

• Experience working in a camp environment.
• Specialized training or direct work experience with children with a disability/diverse need.
• Behaviour Management Systems Training is an asset.

Working Conditions & Settings

• Physical activity involving active movement, lifts and transfers (ex. lifting, pulling, pushing; lifting up to 50lbs)
• Regular travel to various town sites and external meetings.
• Regular exposure to stressful situations. May be exposed to some conflict and emotionally charged situations.
• Must be able to work after hours or when deemed necessary to meet deadlines and deal with urgent situations.
• Accompany participants in the pool is a mandatory component of the role.
• General environment consists of various active camp locations, including indoor and outdoor spaces.

Additional Conditions for Inclusion Coordinator include:

• Must be prepared to work with participants with varying needs, behaviours, and abilities.
• Must be prepared to work in a physical active environment that includes but not limited to running, extensive walking and pushing a wheelchair or stroller.

Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at (905) 584-2272 Ext. 4738.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until February 16**th***, 2026, at 12:00pm***

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

• First Aid