Job Description

Camp Counsellor

The Recreation & Cultural Services Department is seeking motivated individuals to deliver the 2026 Summer Day Camp Program for children 4 to 13 years of age. Reporting to the day camp supervisory team, the Camp Counsellor will contribute to the organization and operation of safe, efficient and quality children's programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop and implement activities which promote and reinforce positive values. Enhance self-esteem and encourage appropriate skill development. Provide safe supervision of camp participants during the day as well as pre-camp (early morning) and post camp (late afternoon) periods as needed. Perform first aid as needed and report to the Camp Supervisory staff. Ensure proper sign in and sign out procedures of campers. Liaise with parents/ guardians and responds to inquiries and/or concerns and resolves. issues or refers to appropriate staff. Fulfill all duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisory team and works collaboratively with all team members.

Competencies & Qualifications:

Must be at least 16 years of age by the start of camp (July 6, 2026). Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate by the start of camp. Previous experience working with children and/or youth in a day camp related environment is preferred. Able to swim up to 50m and tread water for one minute without a lifejacket. Available to work shifts between the hours of 6:45am and 6:00pm Monday to Friday for the months of July and August at various camp locations. Current certifications such as High Five training, Safeguard (Lifesaving Society) Counsellor in Training Program, Babysitting Course, National Coaching Certification Program or equivalent would be considered an asset. Able to promote a culture of inclusiveness and work with a diverse population of employees, participants, agencies and the public Ability to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check upon hire. Must be able to attend various evening and weekend training dates in the months of May and June.

This position offers an hourly rate of $18.18 (2025 rates).


Please note that this posting will remain open until all the vacancies are filled. Applicants will be interviewed on an ongoing basis and positions will be filled on a first-come first serve basis. The posting will be removed once all of the vacancies are filled. To explore this opportunity further, we invite qualified applicants to visit the current opportunities section of the Towns career site.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, and will only be used for candidate selection.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to equity in employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

The Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury is committed to providing accommodations based on any human rights protected grounds and in accordance with the AODA, throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please notify us when contacted for an interview and we will work with you to meet your needs.