Camp Counsellor - Theatre

Richmond Hill • Richmond Hill • 13h ago

Posting Id 3200 Number of Positions 1 Department Community Services Division Recreation and Culture Services Shift Monday to Friday Rate of Pay $17.60 - $17.60 Hourly Job Length/End Date June 4 - August 28, 2026 Job Type Temporary Part Time Posting Type Internal and External Posting Date 12/01/2025 Application Deadline 01/02/2026

Position Summary Reporting to the Education Program Coordinator, the Theatre Camp Counsellor will supervise a group of children or youth in a day camp setting. Theatre Camp Counsellors will assist in the implementation and delivery of camp activities, including a final performance, and ensure camper safety and security throughout the day. Follow policies and procedures, while delivering camp services. Work effectively with Education Program Coordinator, Camp Directors, Supervisors, peers, participants and the public.Key Dates Camp Training dates are as listed below:

June 4 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm June 10 - 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm June 20 - 8:30 am - 4:30 pm June 25 - 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Successful applicants may be notified of additional training for Theatre Staff

The times noted above are tenative and will be confirmed in your Employment Offer Camp Dates:

June 29 - August 28, 2026. Key Duties and Responsibilities Implement daily camp activities, including directing, choreography, staging a final performance at the end of each camp session Be a source of support and encouragement to all campers Modify camp activities to ensure campers with disabilities are able to participate in programs and be fully integrated into the camp setting. Ensure there are a variety of activities in the camp program. Ensure camp ratios are met at all times. Work with the Camp Volunteers to ensure they are included in the programs and have various responsibilities. Communicate and interact with participants and make everyone feel welcome Ensure campers safety and security throughout the day. Complete all necessary forms (accident, incident) in a timely and accurate manner. Represent the City of Richmond Hill by presenting yourself in a cooperative, organized, enthusiastic and well-groomed manner. Report to work promptly. Wear assigned uniform and name tag. Attend scheduled staff meetings and staff training sessions. Know and understand the policies and procedures of the Community Services Department. Maintain excellent public relations at all time, with staff and the public. Perform other duties as assigned Education and Experience Candidates must be minimum 15 years of age. Background experience and an eagerness to work with children Leader In Training Certificate or equivalent High Five PHCD Certification Standard First Aid and CPR C Required Skills/Knowledge Positive attitude and a team player Strong leadership, communication, organization and decision making skills. Ability to multi-task Requires satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector check Specialty camp staff are expected to demonstrate experience and knowledge in the applicable area. Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of service, collaboration, care and courage Leadership Competencies Demonstrates personal leadership Builds people and culture Cultivates open communication Shapes the future Navigates and leads through complexity and change

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We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

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