Job Description

About us

Equinox is dedicated to facilitating high quality adventure experiences for children, youth, and adults.

All our adventures include highly skilled and friendly staff, quality equipment, innovative structures, and dramatic outdoor locations.

We believe that adventuring helps individuals and groups build character, trust, communication, problem solving skills, and leadership.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Camp Leader to join our team. As a Camp Leader, you will be responsible for creating a fun and engaging environment for children, facilitating outdoor adventure activities, and ensuring their safety and well-being. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children aged 5-12.

Responsibilities:

- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities and programs for campers

- Ensure a high level of safety is maintained in all aspects of camp

- Ensure that campers feel safe and supported

- Provide guidance and support to campers during activities and outings

- Foster a positive and inclusive environment for all campers

- Work as part of a team (with the Manager, Adventure Camp Caoordinator, and other Camp Leaders)

- Assist with meal times, including serving food and promoting healthy eating habits

- Communicate with parents or guardians at the start and end of each day.

- Ensure that all camp equipment is clean, safe, and in good working condition

Must haves:

- Experience working with children in a camp or educational setting

- Good teamwork skills

- Strong communication skills

- Energetic and creative personality

Nice to Haves But Not Required:

- Canoeing and camping experience

- CPR and First Aid certification

- Driver's license

- First Aid/CPR

- Current Bronze Medallion (or higher)

- Experience teaching and/or supervising rock climbing is an asset

We offer competitive compensation based on experience. The Camp Leaders will always work with at least one other facilitator while running programs for campers.

There is a 5 day pre-camp (paid) training session prior to the start of camp.

If you are passionate about working with children, creating memorable experiences, and fostering a love for outdoor adventure, we encourage you to apply for the position of Camp Leader. Join our team today!

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 10 weeks

Pay: $18.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Discounted or free food Flexible schedule On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Tell us why you are interested in this job! Are you willing to spend the summer in the Yukon? We do not have staff housing available but if needed, we can help you find something through our own network.
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-04-30
Expected start date: 2025-06-09