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Site Lead - "Camp Inspire" 2025 (Re-post)


Company : Toronto Community Housing


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2025-06-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Please note: This job posting will be open until filled. Make a difference Camp Inspire provides a wide range of recreational, arts, sports, and team-building activities, all designed to help campers develop self-esteem and essential life skills. Through engaging, structured programming, campers will build teamwork, communication, and leadership abilities while enjoying a variety of fun and challenging activities. As a Site Lead in Camp Inspire, you will lead and inspire a team to deliver a high-quality program for TCHC youth aged 6-12. Reporting to the Camp TCHC Leadership Team, youll supervise camp staff, have responsibility for site operations, plan and implement daily activities and programming, complete administrative tasks, and ensure a welcoming, inclusive environment where every camper feels supported and empowered. Program Timelines: The contract term for this position will be approximately 10 weeks, working up to approximately 36.25 hours per week. The successful candidate will be required to attend as per the program timelines below; Training dates: Monday, June 9th - Monday, June 30, 2025 (9:00AM - 5:00PM) Camp dates: Wednesday, July 2nd - Friday, August 15th, 2025 (8:45AM - 4:15PM) IMPORTANT: Please note that training is mandatory for all hires and not optional. If candidates are unable to attend all of the mandatory trainings they will not be considered for the role. Majority of training sessions will be at a TCHC location at Regent Park area. Responsibilities Full responsibility for the camp site, overseeing staffs day to day responsibilities, campers, operations, and the implementation of programming, quality control and safety. Conduct daily program audits to ensure that program plans are being followed and make amendments to meet the needs and skills of staff and campers. Assign daily tasks to camp site staff and conduct daily checks to ensure that those tasks are being completed according to program standards and provide support and coaching where needed. Ensure program standardization at camp site on a daily basis as per master camp plan provided to each site by Camp leadership team and provide quality assurance supports to get site back on track when no longer aligned with Master Camp plan. Arrives first to site at 8:30AM and prepare morning reporting documents including, daily staff attendance sign-in, site readiness checklist and sends reports to PC by 8:55AM. Once Senior Program Leaders have completed camper attendance, reach out to parents who have not confirmed camper attendance status and then send full attendance report to Program Coordinator. Plan and implement a midpoint staff Professional Development day for site staff. Oversee on site petty cash and purchase supplies as needed. Coordinate specialized Camp days for their respective site by securing site specific facilitators/guest speakers etc. Participate in weekly regional site meetings and provide Camp site progress reports and issues action plans to PCs. Ensure Camp schedule is completed 2 weeks in advance and approved by Program Coordinator. Plan all site specific excursions that require campers to be bussed and delegate staff responsibilities for offsite excursions. Liaise with all site specific vendors ensuring all vendors are properly setup within HOMES (support with setup where needed) before they deliver their requested services. Conduct community asset mapping to ensure that campers become aware of community resources in fun and creative ways. Plan and implement site community engagement initiative such as a Camp open house and/or talent show for parents at the midpoint and end of Camp. Monitor site phone and email, create site newsletter that is emailed to parents, monitor and respond to all parent communication that is sent to the email. Provide direct programming when site is short staffed due to absent or needs assistance to complete their roles. Conduct weekly staff meetings and daily debriefs with site staff to ensure they have the resources needed to effectively implement the Camp program. Provide opportunities for Leaders In Training (LIT) participants to meaningfully engage with site staff and campers on weekly basis. Supervise and motivate site staff, FOY participants and provide feedback, leadership opportunities and performance management to help them develop their skills. Develops and distributes resources to assist staff with their programming. Qualifications Must be minimum 18 years of age. Post-Secondary education (or pursuing) in Community Development, Social Work, Child and Youth work, Sports Management/Development or other relevant fields, considered an asset Experience supervising and coaching staff in recreational setting Experience working with parents and other stakeholders. Cleared Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) First Aid qualifications, or must be willing to obtain certificate prior to commencement of work assignment High 5 Training is an Asset Demonstrated knowledge, experience and/or academic background in working with youth and children in a community-based setting Experience overseeing the planning and implementation of community-based programs within high needs/Priority neighbourhoods; Experience working with BIPOC communities Strong verbal and written communication skills: working knowledge of relevant software (i.e Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suite etc.) and comfort learning new programs Proficient in behavior management, crisis intervention and problem-solving Ability to work in fast paced environment while prioritizing and managing multiple tasks PLEASE NOTE - In order to be eligible as a Site Lead, applicants need to be at least 18 years or above. Applicants 18 years of age and over, must present a valid and suitable Police Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Check) prior to commencing employment. Whats next Once you apply, well review your resume and contact you if your skills and experience match the qualifications for the role.Only qualified candidates will be contacted to move forward in the hiring process.If you are selected to move forward, the process will include one or more interviews and/or assessments and reference checks. All employees that meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the ''Qualifications'' section are invited to apply for this posted position. When submitting your application/resume, be sure to tell us about your skills and qualifications that are a match to those specified in the job posting. You can update your profile at anytime, but please note that only application information submitted prior to the deadline to apply will be accepted. INDS #J-18808-Ljbffr