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20 High St, St Thomas, ON N5R 5V2, Canada Job Description Join the YMCA Team! We value individuals who demonstrate our Core Values: Caring, Honesty, Respect & Responsibility, and Inclusivity, and who are enthusiastic, dependable, and friendly. We provide training and development opportunities to support professional growth. Position: Camp Support Specialist Location: Family YMCA of St. ThomasElgin, 20 High St, St. Thomas, Ontario End Date: September 4th, 2026 Responsibilities Oversee staffing needs in collaboration with the Leadership Team Ensure program quality by integrating YMCA Healthy Child Development principles and delivering developmentally appropriate, strengthbased programming Provide leadership and guidance to staff through mentoring, guidance, and discipline as needed Support staff with camper behaviour concerns using Child Guidance Practices Maintain strong relationships with families, partners, and thirdparty service providers through positive communication and timely problem resolution Model positive attitudes toward health, wellness, and YMCA values Implement active risk management practices in accordance with YMCA policies Compensation & Benefits Complimentary YMCA personal membership to Health & Fitness facilities, and discounts on YMCA child care and camp programs Vacation entitlement in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and up to 12 paid personal days annually Benefits package and pension, applicable with position/contract length Supportive network of people to help each other succeed Complimentary access to wellness and counseling services Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and youth Education & Skills Qualifications 1 to 3 years of experience working with children in a camp or similar setting (day or overnight) Experience supervising staff Will be 18 years old within the calendar year of employment Current Standard First Aid and CPR Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening as per current YMCA HR policy Participation in YMCA Healthy Child Development (training provided) Legal and Accessibility Statement NOTE: The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario is committed to providing a barrierfree environment for all stakeholders including our members/participants, employees, job applicants, suppliers, and any visitors who may enter our premises, access our information, or use our services. As an organization, we respect and uphold the requirements set forth under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), and its associated standards and regulations. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr