Senior Camp Counsellor (Winter Break Camp 2026)

Newmarket, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 27, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Lead safe, engaging camp activities and supervise campers, including managing behaviour and overseeing swimming groups. Collaborate with camp staff to plan inclusive programming, respond to emergencies, and provide customer service to participants, families, and the public.

Job details

Job Description Working with the Town of Newmarket’s Recreation and Culture Team, means the opportunity to make a difference and connect with your community! Working in Recreation means the start of something special, gaining valuable work experience and learning new skills. We are looking for dedicated individuals who enjoy working with others with a passion to deliver high quality programs, events and services. One thing is for certain, you will love the experience and our participants will too! The Successful Candidate Will Facilitate safe, engaging and fun activities for campers including games, songs, crafts, swimming, etc. Ensure safe delivery of camp programming by following all Town policies and procedures, providing adequate supervision, and managing camper behaviours. Collaborate with other Camp Counsellors, Inclusion Facilitators and Camp Directors to provide an inclusive environment, resolve concerns and plan the camp day. Respond to emergency situations including performing first aid and documentation. Respond to enquiries and provides quality customer service to participants, parents/guardians, and general public. For full listing of duties and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description. Job Requirements Current certification such as Counsellor in Training Program, Babysitting Course, National Coaching Certification Program or equivalent. A minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working with toddlers, children and/or youth in a related role. Good organizational and leadership skills. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with day camp participants, staff, bus drivers, parent/guardians and the general public. Must be able to participate in swimming activities and oversee camp participants in pre-set swim groups which comply with Town of Newmarket ratios. Current Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification required. Lifesaving Society’s Safeguard certification required. Current High Five (Principles of Healthy Child Development) certification required. Behaviour Management Systems, Safe Management or Crisis Prevention and Intervention certification is an asset. Due to the nature of the contacts of this position a Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Town (Those 18 Years & Older) or the completion of Declaration of Minors – Working with Vulnerable Individuals Self Declaration Form (Those 17 Years and Younger) is required. Please Note: Certifications are not required at time of application but must be obtained prior to job commencement. The Town of Newmarket may offer opportunities for certification. The Town of Newmarket's Winter Break Camps will run on December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 & 31 (half day), 2026.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires 1–2 years of related experience working with toddlers, children, or youth, along with organizational and leadership skills. Required certifications include Standard First Aid and CPR-C, Lifesaving Society Safeguard, and High Five; a satisfactory vulnerable sector check or applicable minor self-declaration is also required before starting.