JOB POSTING

Position: Summer Day Camp Counsellor Type: Seasonal
Program: Just Kids Blue Sky Camp Start Date: July 06, 2026
Location: New West/ Surrey BC End Date: Duration 8 weeks
Hours : 35 hours weekly Pay Rate: $21.54
Schedule: Monday – Friday Posting #: #26-SC-002

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Greater Vancouver (EFry) is a charitable organization that supports women,

girls and children at risk, involved in or affected by the justice system. Our programs work to break the

cycle of poverty, addiction, mental illness, homelessness and crime.

We are looking for Summer Camp counselors to join a team of 7 (1 camp lead & 6 camp counsellor)
to work in a Children’s Day Camp running from EFry’s Rosewood Building based in Surrey and EFry’s
Camp location based in Sapperton in New Westminster. In addition to other child-related duties and

programming, this will include scheduled visits to local outings and attractions, demonstrations and

displays at the venue, as well as arts and crafts, games and sports activities.

Position will provide almost 8 weeks paid employment, running from July 6th to August 26st, with the

time filled with training, prep, camp weeks (July 13th to August 21st) take down and reporting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with two age groups, Juniors: (6-11 yrs) and Seniors (12-16 yrs) indoor/ outdoor

programming and activities throughout the lower mainland, with the bases being the EFry

Rosewood amenities room on 137th Ave in Surrey, BC and a Camp location based in Sapperton

in New Westminster

• Follows directions of the Camp Lead and Program Supervisor, maintaining clear

communication lines between all parties

• Ensures campers are engaged, feel safe & comfortable and are encouraged to participate in all

activities.

• Work together with 5 other Camp Counsellor to create a solid, positive, fun-loving and

engaging team.

• Serves as a positive role model to the marginalized children EFry serves, ensuring a non-

judgmental, un-stigmatized environment in which they can learn life skills and flourish,

• Contributes to Camp life enthusiastically, making the kids experience of camp one not to

forget.

• Familiar with a risk management plan and reports all safety incidents to the Camp Supervisor.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Must be a minimum of 17 years old, and no older than 30 yrs old on last birthday to adhere to

funding guidelines of Canada Summer Jobs Program

• Have or will acquire Standard First Aid CPR-C

• Ability to obtain Criminal Record Check for children and vulnerable adults (local, provincial)

• FoodSafe certification an asset

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS

• Must demonstrate patience and understanding, and enjoy working and engaging with children

• Good problem-solving skills, with the ability to seek assistance when necessary

• The ability to diffuse situations before escalation an asset

• Strong communications skills (written and oral)

• Previous Camp experience, either as a Counsellor or a camper would be an asset

• The ability to follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Staff manual

ELIGIBILITY:

This position is supported by the Canada Summer Jobs program. This position is contingent on Federal
Government Grant funding. Candidates must be aged 15-30 years, and must be either a Canadian
Citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred (international
students are ineligible) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

EFry is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly

encourages applicants that represent those we serve. We welcome applicants with non-traditional

educational backgrounds and field experience.

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to hiring@efry.com by no later than May

8th, 2026, with the subject line #26-SC-002.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an
interview will be contacted.