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- Employment type
- Temporary
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
Job summary
Provide direct 1:1 or small-group support to campers with special needs during daily activities and routines. Ensure camper safety and follow individualized support and behavior management plans.
Job details
About KCC Kayla's Children Centre is a multi-disciplinary centre for children with special needs. Our mission is to provide high-quality, cutting-edge, educational, therapeutic, and recreational programs for infants, children and teens with special needs, and to assist their families by offering support and respite. The right candidate will have an organized and efficient work ethic and enjoy working as part of a goal-oriented and cohesive team in support of KCC's mission. We value individuals possessing a growth mindset. If you are interested in utilizing your skills in a truly rewarding and meaningful capacity, then this might be the place for you. Position overview Reporting to Director of Camp & Family Programming, with day-to-day direction from the Camp Assistant and senior camp staff, the Winter Camp Counsellor role is ideal for first-time or returning camp staff. Counsellors support campers either one-to-one or in small groups, helping them take part fully in camp activities in a safe, supportive and engaging environment. Training and ongoing support are provided, and you'll work alongside senior camp staff, therapists and our medical team. Key responsibilities Provide direct support to campers on a 1:1 or small-group basis Help campers take part in daily activities, routines, trips and special programming Follow each camper's individualized support plan, behaviour plan and camp protocols Keep campers safe and supervised at all times, including arrival, dismissal, transitions and lunch Foster a positive, inclusive and fun camp experience Follow KCC's Behaviour Management Policy, dress code and code of conduct Perform other camp duties as assigned Qualifications Grade 9 or older No prior experience required; training and ongoing support provided Genuine interest in working with children and teens with disabilities Responsible, patient, reliable and team-oriented Details Employment type: seasonal temporary Dates: 7 camp days: December 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31, 2026. Hours: 9am - 3pm Rate: high school: $50 daily rate - post high school: $107 daily rate Vacancy: This job for an existing vacancy - 40 positions
What you’ll do
Provide direct 1:1 or small-group support to campers with special needs during daily activities and routines. Ensure camper safety and follow individualized support and behavior management plans.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least in Grade 9 and possess a genuine interest in working with children and teens with disabilities. No prior experience is required as training and ongoing support are provided.
Listed skills
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Reliability · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Child care
- Special needs support
- Behavior management
- Teamwork
- Patience
- Reliability
- Communication
- Safety supervision
- Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Growth Mindedness
- Team Oriented
- Working With Children
- Goal-Oriented
- Disabilities
- Special Needs Children
Job areas
- Social Services
- Education
- Healthcare
- Camp Staff
- Mental Health Assistant
- Health Care Assistants
- Psychiatric Aides
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