Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description:

Job Description: Camp Leader (Canada Summer Jobs)

POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:
The Summer Program Leader is a temporary, full-time position for 35 hours/week. This position will be delivering engaging activities for children (aged 6-12) to help keep them happy and healthy throughout the camp days. Applicants must be available for full-time work for the period of June 24th to August 28th, 2026.

This a Fixed Term Contract Position.

Kindly review the eligibility criteria for the Canada Summer Jobs program using the link below before applying.

https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/canada-summer-jobs/applicant-guide/who-can-apply.html

Canada Summer Jobs Program requirements apply. Individuals who required employer-specific work authorization (e.g., international students on study permits) are not eligible under this program. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must meet program eligibility requirements, including age and legal status criteria.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:
The incumbent may perform all, some, or similar duties, as listed below:

• Promotes, facilitates, and evaluates developmentally appropriate programs for participants that provide opportunities for physical, cognitive, emotional, and social skill development

  • Co-creates and maintains a strengths-based, inclusive, respectful, engaging, child-centred program.
  • Establishes trusting relationships with participants and families.
  • Room set-up and teaching food preparation skills.
  • Completes administrative tasks such as attendance, report writing, and file maintenance
  • Provides one-on-one support as needed
  • Monitors progress and needs of children in consultation with supervisor.

• Assist with any type of emergencies that may arise during the shift.

• Monitor level of program supplies; requesting re-order/purchase as needed

• Participate in staff debriefing meetings

• Perform other duties as required

CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Internal: Program Coordinator, MU lead, Coworkers, Volunteers
External: Parents, Children

MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Reports directly to the Corps Officers
• This position has no direct reports.

FINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:

• NONE

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Noise
• Potential of verbal abuse
• Work-related stress
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  The successful job applicant will need to be between 15-30 years old and eligible to work in Canada, as the job is contingent upon Canada Summer Jobs program funding
• ECE / ECEA Certification Preferred.
• Food Safe Certification
• Completion of high school diploma.
• First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Responsible Adult Certification Preferred.
• Completion of TSA online Presidium Abuse Training and required Health and Safety training.
• Able to provide Criminal Background Check screening and Vulnerable Sector Check that is satisfactory to The Salvation Army, in its sole discretion, is required.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Experience working with children, knowledge of child development and ways to engage learners in various activities and environments.

• Experience leading children through Vacation Bible School material

• Ensure that the gospel of Jesus Christ is exemplified in the performance of job responsibilities (craft, story time)

Skills and Capabilities:

• Teamwork- the skills needed to interact with other people, work with others in pairs and small and large groups to coordinate tasks, share resources, plan, make decisions, negotiate, solve conflicts, and complete other activities that involve teamwork.
• Adaptability- the ability to adjust goals and behaviors when unexpected changes occur by planning, staying focused, persisting, and overcoming setbacks.
• Collaboration - contributing and supporting others to achieve a common goal.
• Creativity and Innovation - imagining, developing, encouraging, and applying ideas that challenge existing methods and norms.
• Problem-solving -the ability to identify, analyze, propose solutions, and make decisions to address issues, monitor success, and learn from experience.
• Communication-the skills needed to exchange thoughts and information with other people orally by speaking, listening, and using nonverbal cues, such as body language or in writing.
• Leadership - the skills needed for communication, relationship building, and delegating. Traits such as honesty, demonstrating initiative, and taking responsibility for completing tasks are developing.
• Character-setting a good example for the campers with traits such as honesty, initiative, using time wisely, and taking responsibility for completing tasks.
  Self-motivated/disciplined
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and participate as an active and responsible team member in a cooperative team environment
• Exhibit good listening skills, have strong oral/written communication skills and respect authority.
• Participate in mandatory orientation training, on-going professional development and training.
• Comply with all Salvation Army policies, procedures, and associated legislation.

Compensation:

The target hiring range for this position is $18.50 to $23.13 with a maximum of $27.76.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email Recruitment.Accommodations@salvationarmy.caif you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.