Job Description

City of Stratford

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Day Camp Supervisor

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(Internal Posting/External Posting)

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Job Posting#: DC-26-SUPR

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Status: Seasonal, Full Time

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Union/Non-union: Non-union

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Date Posted: December 15, 2025

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Hourly Salary: $20.10

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Closing Deadline: January 6, 2026

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Department/Division: Community Services - Recreation

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Location: On-Site (Stratford, ON)

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Duties:

The Day Camp Program Supervisor is responsible for the planning, coordination, and supervision of the City of Stratford Day Camp program. The Supervisor will ensure each site provides a welcoming, safe, and positive recreational experience through age and behavioural appropriate programming. They will be knowledgeable and provide quality leadership through adherence to city policies and procedures while maintaining exceptional customer service.

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Work Performed:

Provides superior customer service and projects a positive image for the City of Stratford; being courteous and respectful to campers, caregivers, and members of the community.

Take responsible action and provide leadership to protect the welfare of all participants.

Leads the training of staff and the evaluation of the program.

Leads the development of program plans and seasonal schedules.

Review and approve the program plans submitted by Assistant Supervisors.

Monitor and evaluate the delivery of programs and activities.

Coach, mentor, and provide development opportunities to Assistant Supervisors and staff to support effective program delivery.

Communicate effectively with Assistant Supervisors through weekly meetings, clear instructions, and documentation.

Ensures a safe, fun, and inclusive environment for campers.

Attends outdoor and indoor activities, trips, and swimming excursions.

Monitors the behaviour of campers and staff, in collaboration with Assistant Supervisors, the Recreation Coordinator, and Inclusion Coordinators, and when required, coach staff on appropriate behaviour?support techniques.

Provide updates on camp operations and seek guidance from the Supervisor of Recreation or Manager as required.

Responsible for the oversite of the accurate completion of documentation at each camp site (e.g., calendars, daily attendance, incident/accident reports, weekly evaluations).

Ensure open and effective communication with parents/caregivers and review the exchange of camper?specific information back to parents/caregivers, as necessary.

Assume the responsibilities and duties of the Assistant Supervisor during absences.

Provide shift coverage in the event of staff absence.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

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G-license and Driver's Abstract required at time of hire.

Previous experience working with children and youth.

Previous experience in recreation programming is an asset.

Completion of or enrollment in a 2-year College diploma program with a focus in Recreation, Child Development or Social Services or related field is preferred.

Specialized Skills, Abilities, Training, License, Memberships, or Certifications

Valid Standard First Aid with CPR?C Certification.

High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development certification is an asset. A successful candidate will be required to obtain the certification.

Experience with supervision within day camp or recreation programs, including staff supervision, mentoring, and training is preferred.

Strong communication and customer service skills; able to build positive relationships with parents/caregivers and community partners.

Possess knowledge and understanding of risk mitigation and safety practices when working with children and youth in a camp setting.

Strong organization and time?management skills; accuracy with records, schedules, and site documentation.

Proven ability to support positive behaviour, de?escalate situations, and apply behaviour?support techniques.

A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (Criminal Record Check) is required for successful candidates, in accordance with City policy.

Applications will be received until January 6, 2026 at 4:30 pm.

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The City of Stratford is committed to building a culture where difference is valued. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be on behalf of the community we serve. We are committed to continuously improving our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers, promote respect and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We encourage and welcome qualified applicants with a diverse range of perspectives, skills and lived experiences to apply.

Accommodations

are available for people with disabilities throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Applicants should make their needs known in advance.



While we appreciate all applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



Personal information collected in response to this advertisement is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 to determine eligibility for employment with the City of Stratford. Please direct inquiries to the Human Resources Department at 519-271-0250 x 336.

Human Resources Department

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City Hall, P.O. Box 818



Stratford, ON N5A 6W1